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