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