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100

What are the cloisters?

part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art (devoted to the art and architecture of medieval Europe)

100

What famous nickname is often used to refer to New York City?

The Big Apple

100

In which city the Golden Gate Bridge located?

San Francisco (San Francisco, California)

100

This legendary actor known for his roles in classics like "The Godfather Part II", "Taxi Driver", and "Raging Bull" co-founded the Tribeca Film Festival.

(Robert) De Niro 

100

Take 100 points from another team...

and give it to yourself.

100

What are gargoyles?

a carved or formed grotesque figure on the outside of archetecture

200

How old is NYC’s Trinity Church?

1846 (over 75 years old)

200

How many boroughs make up New York City?

Five (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island)

200

Where is the Lincoln Memorial?

Washington D.C.

200

Who is known for his role as Tony Stark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and is also famous for founding the organization "Footprint Coalition" to address environmental issues?

Robert Downey Jr. 

200

This 2008 superhero film, featuring Christian Bale as the caped crusader, takes place in Gotham City, a fictional representation of New York. What is the movie?

Batman (The Dark Knight)

200

People walking (not driving)

pedestrians

300

According to the article, the Bronx Stairs were in what movie?

Joker (2019)

300

Here's 300 points...

just because you're awesome!

300

In which state is Disneyland located? 

California (Los Angeles, CA) 

300

This pop superstar was born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta.

Lady Gaga 

300

In which 1979 film does Al Pacino portray a Cuban immigrant who becomes a powerful drug lord in New York?

Scarface

300

Your outward appearance, or the face of a building or structure

facade

400

The World Trade Center building is the tallest...

building in the Western Hemisphere.

400

Which iconic symbol of freedom was a gift from France to the United States in 1886?

Statue of Liberty

400

In which U.S. state can you find the Grand Canyon, a massive and awe-inspiring natural wonder that has been carved by the Colorado River over millions of years? 

Arizona 

400

This actress is known for her roles in movies like "Lost in Translation," "The Avengers," and "Marriage story. 

Scarlett Johansson 

400

Which 2002 film, directed by Martin Scorsese, stars Leonardo DiCaprio and is based on the life of the infamous stockbroker Jordan Belfort?

The Wolf of Wall Street

400

the quality of being full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness

Exuberance

500

1. What is on the Statue of Liberty's head? 

2. What does it represent? 

3. What do the numbers on the tablet represent?

-A crown of seven rays, representing the seven seas and continents

-The numbers “July IV MDCCLXXVI,” celebrating the date the U.S. declared independence from British.

500

Which famous NYC venue is often referred to as "The World's Most Famous Arena" and hosts numerous concerts, sporting events, and other entertainment shows?

Madison Square Garden

500

In which state is the San Antonio River Walk?

Texas

500

Which former professional baseball player, known as "The Captain" spent his entire 20-year MLB career with the New York Yankees, winning five World Series Championships?

Derek Jeter 

500

In this classic romantic film, a young lady named Holly Golightly, who lives with her cat in New York city, dreams of a lavish lifestyle.

Breakfast at Tiffany's

500

without a clearly defined shape or form

Amorphous