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What is the most famous park in the city?
Central Park
100
How many people live in the city?
8-9 million people
100

Another word for a boat (Staten Island uses it)

Ferry

100

A name for a corner store or convenience store in NYC

  1. Deli

  2. Bodega
100

How much is a subway ride?

$2.90

200
Name the 5 boroughs in NYC
Manhattan, Staten Island, Brooklyn, Bronx and Queens
200

Name the uptown boroughs

Bronx and Queens

200

Define culture (What are some examples of cultures we share?)

Shared values and patterns within in a community

Music

Food

Entertainment/Sports

200

What are some ways to develop cultural understanding?

  • Visiting cultural institutions (museums, libraries, art galleries) 

  • Becoming aware of history (do research)

  • Learning from others and taking acknowledgement 

200
New York City was originally named ________ by the Dutch.
New Amsterdam
300
What is the capital city of the state of New York?
Albany
300

This building is named after a famous car company. It also has six levels of stainless steel arches.

Chrysler

300

She represents the goddess of freedom and was given as a gift from the French symbolizing US independence.

The Statue of Liberty

300

The name of the river that runs through NYC

 Hudson River

300
This prime location in NYC is known for its big screen TVs, flashy lights, and a big New Year's Eve celebration.
Times Square
400

Explain the difference between upstate & downstate

Location/ Environment/Transportation

400

The buildings that were destroyed during terrorist attacks in 2001

World Trade Center

400
What is the financial district called?
Wall Street
400
The single most horrific event to occur in NYC
9/11 (terrorist attack)
400
This skyscraper has an observation deck on the 86th floor. It has an incredible 360 degree view of NYC's skyline.
Empire State
500

Where is Coney Island located?

Brooklyn Bridge

500
NYC's nickname
The big apple
500
Officially opening in 1892, this complex, now a park, regulated immigration into the US.
Ellis Island
500
This street has famous, expensive stores. It stretches from Time Square to Central Park and beyond.
5th Avenue
500

What are some ways we find current events?

Social media, newspaper, radio, TV 

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