How to visit Rochester - Quiz
  • 1. What is Rochester, NY best known for?
A) Its proximity to New York City
B) Being the home of Eastman Kodak
C) Its beaches
D) Its professional sports teams
  • 2. Which Great Lake is Rochester located on?
A) Lake Michigan
B) Lake Ontario
C) Lake Huron
D) Lake Erie
  • 3. What is the name of the major river that flows through Rochester?
A) Hudson River
B) Genesee River
C) Niagara River
D) Mississippi River
  • 4. Which famous waterfall is located within the city of Rochester?
A) Ithaca Falls
B) Taughannock Falls
C) Niagara Falls
D) High Falls
  • 5. The Strong National Museum of Play is primarily aimed at what audience?
A) College students
B) Children and families
C) Senior citizens
D) Art historians
  • 6. What type of performance venue is the Eastman Theatre?
A) Movie theater
B) Sports arena
C) Concert hall
D) Opera house
  • 7. Which of these is NOT a popular Rochester neighborhood?
A) Park Avenue
B) Corn Hill
C) Manhattan Square
D) South Wedge
  • 8. What type of cuisine is Highland Park Diner known for?
A) Classic American diner food
B) Fine French cuisine
C) Spicy Thai dishes
D) Authentic Italian pasta
  • 9. What is the George Eastman Museum dedicated to?
A) Ancient history
B) Photography and film
C) Modern art
D) Natural science
  • 10. What is the name of the annual Rochester jazz festival?
A) Park Ave Fest
B) Rochester International Jazz Festival
C) Lilac Festival
D) Rochester Music Festival
  • 11. What is the Lilac Festival famous for?
A) Displays of roses
B) Displays of daffodils
C) Displays of lilacs
D) Displays of tulips
  • 12. What is the approximate driving time from Rochester to Niagara Falls?
A) About 1.5 hours
B) About 30 minutes
C) About 5 hours
D) About 3 hours
  • 13. What is the closest major airport to Rochester?
A) Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
B) John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
C) Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
D) Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR)
  • 14. Which sporting event is held annually at Oak Hill Country Club?
A) Cycling competitions
B) Tennis tournaments
C) Major golf championships
D) Horse races
  • 15. What is a typical Rochester 'garbage plate'?
A) A collection of leftover food items
B) A dish with various meats, macaroni salad, home fries, and sauce
C) A gourmet dessert platter
D) A healthy salad with local vegetables
  • 16. Which of these is a Rochester-based brewery?
A) Boston Beer Company
B) Dogfish Head Brewery
C) Genesee Brewing Company
D) Sierra Nevada Brewing Company
  • 17. Which art museum is located within the Memorial Art Gallery?
A) The Louvre
B) The Memorial Art Gallery
C) The Metropolitan Museum of Art
D) The Uffizi Gallery
  • 18. What is the best way to get around Rochester if you don't have a car?
A) Public transportation or ride-sharing services
B) Hitchhiking
C) Walking everywhere
D) Bicycle only
  • 19. What is the general climate in Rochester?
A) Desert climate
B) Four distinct seasons with cold winters
C) Mild climate year-round
D) Tropical climate
  • 20. What is the nickname for the Rochester Red Wings, the city's minor league baseball team?
A) The Stars
B) The Wings
C) The Eagles
D) The Rockets
  • 21. Which university is a major institution in Rochester?
A) Syracuse University
B) Columbia University
C) Cornell University
D) University of Rochester
  • 22. What is the name of the canal that played a vital role in Rochester's early development?
A) Erie Canal
B) Welland Canal
C) Panama Canal
D) Suez Canal
  • 23. What type of fish is commonly caught in Lake Ontario near Rochester?
A) Shark
B) Goldfish
C) Piranha
D) Salmon and trout
  • 24. Where can you find a planetarium in Rochester?
A) The Strong Museum
B) Memorial Art Gallery
C) Rochester Museum & Science Center
D) George Eastman Museum
  • 25. What is one of the best things to do in Rochester during the winter?
A) Go swimming in the lake
B) Attend outdoor concerts
C) Visit the beach
D) Visit ice skating rinks
  • 26. What is the name of the park located near the University of Rochester?
A) Genesee Valley Park
B) Highland Park
C) Cobbs Hill Park
D) Seneca Park
  • 27. Which famous abolitionist is buried in Mount Hope Cemetery in Rochester?
A) Harriet Tubman
B) Abraham Lincoln
C) Sojourner Truth
D) Frederick Douglass
  • 28. What type of show can you expect at the Rochester Fringe Festival?
A) Variety of arts performances
B) Just comedy
C) Only music
D) Only plays
  • 29. What is the Seneca Park Zoo known for?
A) Reptile collection
B) Aquatic exhibits
C) Insect collection
D) Diverse animal collection
  • 30. What makes visiting in the summer months appealing?
A) Outdoor festivals and events
B) Fewer tourists
C) Lower hotel costs
D) Snow sports
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