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