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100
What building is this?
The Empire State Building. This skyscraper is located in midtown, on Fifth Avenue between 33rd and 34th Streets. It was completed in 1931. The architectural style is Art Deco.
100
What is the name of New York's theater district?
Broadway. The theater district is named after Broadway, the street. It is located in the streets around Times Square, and it includes more than 40 theaters.
100
What New York breakfast option is a circle-shaped piece of dough with a hole in the middle? (Hint: It's boiled and baked, not fried!)
A bagel. One of my favorite New York bagel stores is Ess-a Bagel.
100
What is the name of New York's metro system?
The subway.
100
What is the population of New York City?
a) 6 million people
b) 7 million people
c) 8.5 million people
8.5 million people.
200
This NYC park contains eight lakes and ponds, 21 children's playgrounds, a castle, a reservoir, a zoo, and more!
Central Park was completed in 1876. It is located between the Upper West and Upper East sides of Manhattan, from 59th Street to 110th Street.
200
What is the name of this art museum?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art. New Yorkers call it 'The Met.' This is the largest art museum in the United States. It contains both modern and ancient art. There is an extensive collection of Ancient Egyptian art, including a whole temple.
200
What are the ingredients of this classic New York breakfast sandwich?
Bacon, egg, and cheese. (And a roll or bagel!)
200
How much is subway fare? (How much does one ride cost?)
$2.75.
200
What is the name for the 5 different counties / areas of New York City?
The 5 boroughs.
300
What building is this?
One World Trade Center. This tower is 1,776 ft (541.3 m) tall, making it the tallest building in the US and the Western Hemisphere. It was built to replace the Twin Towers, which were destroyed in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. It is located in lower Manhattan.
300
At which NYC museum can you see this life-sized model blue whale?
The American Museum of Natural History. At this museum, located on the Upper West Side, you can learn about animals, earth science, space, human cultures and more!
300
What is the classic cheap New York City dinner?
Pizza. Traditionally, casual NY pizza cost $1 per slice. Nowadays, it can be more expensive, like $3-5. One of the best places to get New York style pizza is Joe's Pizza. 
300
What do 'uptown' and 'downtown' mean on the subway?
Uptown trains are going north, toward the Bronx and Queens. Downtown trains are going south, toward Brooklyn.
300
How much money should you give as a tip at restaurants?
Most Americans will tip 15-20% of the bill. So if your sandwich cost $10, you will pay $12. These tips are very important for waiters and restaurant workers, because they don't earn a lot of money in their normal pay.
400
Which country gave the Statue of Liberty to the US?
France. The statue was given as a gift to the US by France late 1800s. It was made by a French sculptor. The material it is made from is copper. It was originally an orange/bronze color, but with time it turned green.
400
Which New York City music hall is famous for its Christmas show?
Radio City Music Hall. Every year, they host the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, a musical and dance performance with the famous Rockettes.
400
What is the name of this cookie?
A Black & White cookie. The cookie is soft and cake-like, and the icing tastes like sugar (white) and chocolate (black).
400
True or False: Sometimes when you enter a subway station, it is impossible to take the train in one direction. (Ex: you can take an uptown train, but not a downtown train).
True! Some subway entrances are only to go in one direction. There is no way to cross from one side to the other. If you choose the wrong one, you will have to exit, cross the street, and enter again on the other side. You will pay twice. Check the direction at the entrance!
400
Name three of the five boroughs of New York.
Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island
500
This building complex is where millions of immigrants passed through to enter New York City from 1892 to 1954.
Ellis Island. More than 12 million people entered the United States through this center in its time of operation. It is located near the Statue of Liberty.
500
Name three art museums in NYC.
The MET - ancient and modern art from all around the world.
The Guggenheim - modern art.
MoMA - Museum of Modern Art; modern art.
The Whitney - contemporary American art (19-20th century).
Brooklyn Museum - Egyptian art, American art, modern art.
MoMA PS1 - exhibit space for modern art.
The Cloisters - medieval art.
500
Which NYC bakery is famous for its banana pudding?
The Magnolia Bakery. This bakery has locations all over Manhattan. It is also known for its cakes and cupcakes.
500
What is the difference between an 'express' and a 'local' train?
Express trains only make certain stops, while local trains stop at every station. On the subway map, black dots mean local trains stop at this station. White dots mean only express trains stop here.
500
In New York, you walk on which side of the sidewalk? (left or right?)
Walk on the right side of the sidewalk. New Yorkers are busy people who are always going somewhere. Walking on the street is like driving. Walk on the right side (like cars in the US) and don't stop walking in the sidewalk. If you need to stop, move aside.