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What is the name of the most popular mode of underground public transport in NYC?
The subway
A symbol of freedom given as a gift from the French symbolizing US independence. She wears a crown and holds a torch.
The Statue of Liberty
To take with a grain of salt
To take lightly/not seriously
Celebrates America's independence
Fourth of July
This museum has the biggest collection of art from all over the world, as well as antique and ancient artifacts
MET (Metropolitan Museum of Art)
The most famous skyscraper in NYC. It has 102 floors and is 380m tall.
Empire State Building
Out of the blue
Suddenly/out of nowhere
Honors all those who served in the military
Veteran's Day
Location in NYC known for its big screen TVs, flashy lights, and a big New Year's Eve celebration.
Times Square
under the weather
to feel sick/not well
A day in which people are thankful and eat turkey
Thanksgiving
What's the largest borough
Queens
What is the population of NYC?
8-9 million people
Name 2 neighborhoods of NYC. (not boroughs)
Hint: You all have visited these places
Ex: Upper East Side, UWS, Harlem, Chinatown, Little Italy, Financial district, SoHo, Chelsea, East Village, West Village.
To be on cloud 9
To feel happy
Celebrates and recognizes the impact that this civil rights leader had in our country. Hint: "I had a dream"
MLK Day
The name of a river that runs through NYC
Hudson River, East River
A place in Brooklyn with an amusement park. People also swim there.
Coney Island
The ball is in your court
it's your decision
A day that recognizes workers across the country
Labor day