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