How to navigate New York
  • 1. What is the primary mode of public transportation in NYC?
A) Subway
B) Bus
C) Ferry
D) Taxi
  • 2. Which borough is known as 'The City That Never Sleeps'?
A) Manhattan
B) Queens
C) Brooklyn
D) The Bronx
  • 3. What is the main purpose of the MetroCard?
A) Reserve parking spaces
B) Gain access to tourist attractions
C) Pay for subway and bus fares
D) Unlock Citi Bikes
  • 4. What direction do numbered avenues run in Manhattan?
A) Diagonally
B) Circularly
C) East-West
D) North-South
  • 5. What is the name of the ferry that is free and travels to Staten Island?
A) Ellis Island Ferry
B) Governors Island Ferry
C) Liberty Island Ferry
D) Staten Island Ferry
  • 6. What app is commonly used for subway navigation?
A) Lyft
B) Uber
C) Citymapper
D) Google Maps (less optimal for subway)
  • 7. What does uptown generally refer to?
A) South Manhattan
B) North Manhattan
C) East Manhattan
D) West Manhattan
  • 8. What are the colored circles on the subway map?
A) Bus routes
B) Train stations
C) Subway lines
D) Historical landmarks
  • 9. Where would you find most Broadway theaters?
A) Wall Street
B) Central Park
C) Times Square Area
D) Greenwich Village
  • 10. What is a common way to hail a taxi in NYC?
A) Raise your arm
B) Use a specific app (pre-arranged rides only)
C) Call their dispatch
D) Wave a flag
  • 11. What area in NYC is known for its Italian American culture?
A) Yorkville
B) Little Italy
C) Chinatown
D) Koreatown
  • 12. What borough is connected to Manhattan by the Brooklyn Bridge?
A) The Bronx
B) Queens
C) Brooklyn
D) Staten Island
  • 13. What is a bodega?
A) Restaurant
B) Art gallery
C) Corner store
D) Clothing store
  • 14. What is the name of the famous park in the center of Manhattan?
A) Washington Square Park
B) Bryant Park
C) Central Park
D) Prospect Park
  • 15. What does 'downtown' generally refer to?
A) South Manhattan
B) North Manhattan
C) West Manhattan
D) East Manhattan
  • 16. What major airport is located in Queens?
A) LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
B) John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
C) Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
D) Westchester County Airport (HPN)
  • 17. What is the best way to avoid traffic congestion during rush hour?
A) Use the subway
B) Ride a bicycle
C) Drive a car
D) Take a taxi
  • 18. If someone tells you they are going 'OTB', what does that mean?
A) Off Track Betting
B) Out to brunch
C) Out to Brooklyn
D) On the Bridge
  • 19. Which landmark is a symbol of immigration in NYC?
A) Brooklyn Bridge
B) Empire State Building
C) Grand Central Terminal
D) Statue of Liberty
  • 20. What area is known for its vibrant street art scene?
A) Riverdale, Bronx
B) Bushwick, Brooklyn
C) Forest Hills, Queens
D) Upper East Side, Manhattan
  • 21. What does 'transfer' mean on the subway?
A) Get off the train
B) Go back to the previous station
C) Pay an extra fare
D) Change to a different line
  • 22. What is the Financial District primarily known for?
A) Residential housing
B) Wall Street and finance
C) Theater district
D) Art museums
  • 23. Which of these is NOT a borough of New York City?
A) Queens
B) Jersey City
C) The Bronx
D) Brooklyn
  • 24. What is the best way to experience diverse cuisines in NYC?
A) Order from chain restaurants
B) Attend only high-end restaurants
C) Only eat in Manhattan
D) Explore different neighborhoods
  • 25. What should you be aware of when walking in crowded areas?
A) Pickpockets
B) Friendly locals
C) Free giveaways
D) Organized tours
  • 26. What is the name of the train station under Central Park?
A) There isn't one
B) Port Authority Bus Terminal
C) Penn Station
D) Grand Central Terminal
  • 27. What is 'the Village' known for?
A) High-end shopping
B) Financial institutions
C) Government buildings
D) Bohemian culture
  • 28. What is a good tip percentage for restaurant service in NYC?
A) 30-40%
B) 5-10%
C) 15-20%
D) 0%
  • 29. What system helps you find your way by using building numbers?
A) Water compass
B) Street grid system
C) GPS only
D) Star navigation
  • 30. Where can you find the New York Stock Exchange?
A) Times Square
B) Wall Street
C) Rockefeller Center
D) Columbus Circle
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