Chicago Taxi Driving Exam Prep Test

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Chicago Taxi Driving Exam Prep Test - Quiz

When you don’t have a car, the other option you may have included taking the train or taxi. Living in Chicago, one needs to know all the roads he can use to beat traffic. Are you planning on starting a career as a taxi driver? Then the quiz below is perfect for you. Give it a shot and see if you are ready for the driving test!


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    1. Willis Tower is closest to:

    • A.

      Grand & Lasalle

    • B.

      Michigan & Delaware

    • C.

      Wacker & Jackson

    • D.

      Michigan & Balbo

    Correct Answer
    C. Wacker & Jackson
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Wacker & Jackson. Willis Tower, formerly known as the Sears Tower, is located in Chicago, Illinois. Wacker Drive and Jackson Boulevard intersect near the tower, making it the closest to Wacker & Jackson.

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  • 2. 

    2. The Main Post Office is nearest to:   _______________________________________________________________________

    • A.

      Lasalle & Jackson

    • B.

      Van Buren & Canal

    • C.

      Clark & Madison

    • D.

      Wells & Chicago Avenue

    Correct Answer
    B. Van Buren & Canal
    Explanation
    The Main Post Office is nearest to Van Buren & Canal because it is the only option that includes both Van Buren and Canal streets.

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  • 3. 

    3. The State of Illinois Building is nearest to:  

    • A.

      Clark & Randolph

    • B.

      Clark & Van Buren

    • C.

      Dearborn & Jackson

    • D.

      Wacker & Michigan

    Correct Answer
    A. Clark & Randolph
    Explanation
    The State of Illinois Building is nearest to Clark & Randolph because it is the only option that includes both Clark and Randolph streets. The other options only include one of the two streets mentioned.

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  • 4. 

    5. Sun-Times is nearest to:  

    • A.

      Wabash & Chicago River

    • B.

      Jackson & Lasalle

    • C.

      Fairbanks & Ohio

    • D.

      23rd & Michigan

    Correct Answer
    A. Wabash & Chicago River
    Explanation
    Sun-Times is nearest to Wabash & Chicago River.

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  • 5. 

    6. The Metropolitan Correctional Center is nearest to:  

    • A.

      26th & California

    • B.

      Michigan & Pearson

    • C.

      Van Buren & Clark

    • D.

      11th & State

    Correct Answer
    C. Van Buren & Clark
    Explanation
    The Metropolitan Correctional Center is nearest to Van Buren & Clark.

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  • 6. 

    7. The Ford City Mall is close to :  

    • A.

      56th & Cicero

    • B.

      56th & Kings-Drive

    • C.

      76th & State

    • D.

      56th & Harlem

    Correct Answer
    A. 56th & Cicero
    Explanation
    The Ford City Mall is close to 56th & Cicero because it is the only option that includes the intersection of 56th and Cicero. The other options either include different streets or intersections.

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  • 7. 

    8. County Jail is nearest to :  

    • A.

      Michigan & Pearson

    • B.

      Van Buren & Clark

    • C.

      11th & State

    • D.

      26th & California

    Correct Answer
    D. 26th & California
    Explanation
    26th & California is the nearest location to the County Jail.

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  • 8. 

    9. Equitable Building is nearest to:  

    • A.

      Michigan & Lake Street

    • B.

      Michigan & Chicago River

    • C.

      Michigan & Chestnut

    • D.

      Vacker & Quincy

    Correct Answer
    B. Michigan & Chicago River
    Explanation
    The Equitable Building is nearest to Michigan & Chicago River because it is the only option that includes the Michigan Avenue and Chicago River intersection. The other options do not mention this specific intersection.

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  • 9. 

    10. IBM (IBM One Plaza) is nearest to :  

    • A.

      Monroe & Dearborn

    • B.

      Wacker & Michigan

    • C.

      Wabash & Chicago River

    • D.

      Fairbanks & Ohio

    Correct Answer
    C. Wabash & Chicago River
    Explanation
    IBM (IBM One Plaza) is nearest to Wabash & Chicago River.

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  • 10. 

    11. AON Building (Standard Oil / Amoco Building ) is nearest to :  

    • A.

      Randolf & Stetson / Columbus

    • B.

      Wacker & Quincy

    • C.

      Washington & Michigan

    • D.

      Wacker & Columbus Drive

    Correct Answer
    A. Randolf & Stetson / Columbus
    Explanation
    The AON Building, also known as the Standard Oil/Amoco Building, is located nearest to the intersection of Randolf & Stetson / Columbus.

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  • 11. 

    12. Marshal Fields (main) is nearest to:  

    • A.

      State & Congress

    • B.

      State & Randolph

    • C.

      Jackson & Wabash

    • D.

      Oak & Michigan

    Correct Answer
    B. State & Randolph
    Explanation
    Marshal Fields (main) is nearest to State & Randolph because State & Randolph is the only option that includes the intersection of State Street, where Marshal Fields (main) is located, and Randolph Street. The other options do not include both State Street and Randolph Street, so they cannot be the correct answer.

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  • 12. 

    13. One Magnificent Mile is nearest to :  

    • A.

      Wacker & Monroe

    • B.

      Monroe & Wabash

    • C.

      Oak & Michigan

    • D.

      Randolph & State

    Correct Answer
    C. Oak & Michigan
    Explanation
    One Magnificent Mile is nearest to Oak & Michigan.

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  • 13. 

    14. Shedd Aquarium is nearest to :  

    • A.

      Solidarity Drive & Lake Shore Drive

    • B.

      Fullerton & Lake Shore Drive

    • C.

      Michigan & Chicago River

    • D.

      57th & Lake Shore Drive

    Correct Answer
    A. Solidarity Drive & Lake Shore Drive
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Solidarity Drive & Lake Shore Drive. This is because Shedd Aquarium is located near the intersection of Solidarity Drive and Lake Shore Drive in Chicago.

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  • 14. 

    15. John Hancock is nearest to :  

    • A.

      Michigan & Chestnut

    • B.

      Madison & Wacker

    • C.

      Michigan & Balbo

    • D.

      Wabash & ontario

    Correct Answer
    A. Michigan & Chestnut
    Explanation
    John Hancock is nearest to Michigan & Chestnut because it is the only option that includes the location "Michigan" and is the closest to the given location "John Hancock". The other options do not include the location "Michigan" or are not the closest to "John Hancock".

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  • 15. 

    16 .Wrigley Building is closest to :  

    • A.

      23rd & State

    • B.

      Michigan & Chicago River

    • C.

      Lasalle & Jackson

    • D.

      Randolph & Columbus

    Correct Answer
    B. Michigan & Chicago River
    Explanation
    The Wrigley Building is closest to Michigan & Chicago River.

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  • 16. 

    17. Water Tower Place is nearest to:  

    • A.

      Balbo & Michigan

    • B.

      Michigan & Pearson

    • C.

      Orleans & Chicago River

    • D.

      State & Madison

    Correct Answer
    B. Michigan & Pearson
    Explanation
    Water Tower Place is nearest to the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Pearson Street.

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  • 17. 

    18. Arie Crown Theater is nearest to:  

    • A.

      23rd & Lake Shore Drive

    • B.

      55th & Harlem

    • C.

      Diversey & Halsted

    • D.

      Monroe & State

    Correct Answer
    A. 23rd & Lake Shore Drive
    Explanation
    Arie Crown Theater is nearest to 23rd & Lake Shore Drive.

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  • 18. 

    19. The Scenic drive along Lake Michigan in downtown Chicago is:  

    • A.

      East South Water Street

    • B.

      Lake Shore Drive

    • C.

      Lake Street

    • D.

      River Drive

    Correct Answer
    B. Lake Shore Drive
    Explanation
    Lake Shore Drive is the correct answer because it is a scenic drive along Lake Michigan in downtown Chicago. It offers beautiful views of the lake and the city skyline. The drive is known for its picturesque surroundings, including parks, beaches, and iconic landmarks such as Navy Pier. It is a popular route for both tourists and locals to enjoy the beauty of Lake Michigan and the city of Chicago.

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  • 19. 

    20. The State Street Mall runs: 

    • A.

      Congress Parway to Wacker Drive

    • B.

      Wacker Drive to Ohio Street

    • C.

      Cermak to Roosevelt Road

    • D.

      Chicago Avenue to Michigan Street

    Correct Answer
    A. Congress Parway to Wacker Drive
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Congress Parkway to Wacker Drive." This means that the State Street Mall starts at Congress Parkway and ends at Wacker Drive.

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  • 20. 

    21. The street downtown which has an upper and lower level and extend from Harrison street to Grand Avenue is:  

    • A.

      Lake Shore Drive

    • B.

      Wacker Drive

    • C.

      Canal

    • D.

      Columbus Drive

    Correct Answer
    B. Wacker Drive
    Explanation
    Wacker Drive is the correct answer because it is a street downtown that has an upper and lower level and extends from Harrison Street to Grand Avenue.

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  • 21. 

    22. Which of the following is NOT a north side street:  

    • A.

      Lawrence

    • B.

      Fullerton

    • C.

      Elston

    • D.

      Pershing Road

    Correct Answer
    D. Pershing Road
    Explanation
    Pershing Road is not a north side street because it is actually located on the south side of Chicago. Lawrence, Fullerton, and Elston are all north side streets in Chicago.

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  • 22. 

    23. Chicago Avenue runs:  

    • A.

      East and West

    • B.

      Ends at LaSalle

    • C.

      North and South

    • D.

      Diagonally

    Correct Answer
    A. East and West
    Explanation
    Chicago Avenue runs East and West.

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  • 23. 

    24.  Beginning at Division in which general direction does Clybourn runs:  

    • A.

      Southwest

    • B.

      West

    • C.

      Northwest

    • D.

      North

    Correct Answer
    C. Northwest
    Explanation
    Clybourn runs in the northwest direction.

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  • 24. 

    25. Avenue "O" is found in which section of Chicago:  

    • A.

      Southeast

    • B.

      Northwest

    • C.

      Southwest

    • D.

      Northeast

    Correct Answer
    A. Southeast
    Explanation
    Avenue "O" is found in the Southeast section of Chicago.

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  • 25. 

    26. Which of the following is a diagonal street:  

    • A.

      Armitage

    • B.

      Fullerton

    • C.

      Clybourn

    • D.

      Diversey

    Correct Answer
    C. Clybourn
    Explanation
    Clybourn is a diagonal street because it does not follow the typical grid pattern of the other streets listed. It intersects with other streets at various angles, creating a diagonal path through the city.

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  • 26. 

    27. Which of the following is not a diagonal street:  

    • A.

      Archer

    • B.

      King Drive

    • C.

      Vincennes

    • D.

      Lincoln

    Correct Answer
    B. King Drive
    Explanation
    King Drive is not a diagonal street because it does not intersect with other streets at an angle. Diagonal streets typically run at an angle to the grid pattern of streets in a city, while King Drive runs parallel to the grid pattern. Therefore, it cannot be considered a diagonal street.

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  • 27. 

    28. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel is nearest to:

    • A.

      LaSalle & Grand

    • B.

      Michigan & Pearson

    • C.

      Michigan & Ontario

    • D.

      Adams & LaSalle

    Correct Answer
    B. Michigan & Pearson
    Explanation
    The Ritz-Carlton Hotel is nearest to Michigan & Pearson because it is the only option that includes the street name "Michigan" and is closest to Pearson.

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  • 28. 

    29. Which of the following is located on Michigan Ave:  

    • A.

      Hotel Inter-Continental

    • B.

      Midland

    • C.

      Nikko

    • D.

      Tremont

    Correct Answer
    A. Hotel Inter-Continental
    Explanation
    The Hotel Inter-Continental is located on Michigan Ave.

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  • 29. 

    30. Hyatt Regancy Chicago is located at:  

    • A.

      Michigan & Balbo

    • B.

      Wacker & Stetson

    • C.

      O’hare Airport

    • D.

      Chicago & Michigan

    Correct Answer
    B. Wacker & Stetson
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Wacker & Stetson. This is the location where the Hyatt Regency Chicago is situated.

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  • 30. 

    31. The Sununerfeld / Barklay Hotel is closest to:  

    • A.

      Goethe & State

    • B.

      Superior & Michigan

    • C.

      Walton & Michigan

    • D.

      Huron & Michigan

    Correct Answer
    B. Superior & Michigan
    Explanation
    The Sununerfeld / Barklay Hotel is closest to Superior & Michigan because it is the only option that includes Michigan Ave, which is mentioned in the hotel's name. Goethe & State, Walton & Michigan, and Huron & Michigan are not mentioned in relation to the hotel.

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  • 31. 

    32. Fairmont Hotel is closest to:  

    • A.

      Columbus Drive & Randolph

    • B.

      Michigan & Balbo

    • C.

      Delaware & Michigan

    • D.

      Chicago & Michigan

    Correct Answer
    A. Columbus Drive & Randolph
    Explanation
    The Fairmont Hotel is closest to the intersection of Columbus Drive and Randolph.

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  • 32. 

    33. Swissotel is located to:  

    • A.

      Wacker & Lake Shore Drive

    • B.

      Delaware & Michigan

    • C.

      LaSalle & Adams

    • D.

      Wacker & Lake Shore Drive

    Correct Answer
    D. Wacker & Lake Shore Drive
    Explanation
    Swissotel is located at the intersection of Wacker and Lake Shore Drive.

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  • 33. 

    34. The Allegro Hotel is located to:  

    • A.

      Michigan at Wacker

    • B.

      Randolph at LaSalle

    • C.

      Lake Shore Drive at Ontario

    • D.

      Balbo at Michigan

    Correct Answer
    B. Randolph at LaSalle
    Explanation
    The Allegro Hotel is located at Randolph at LaSalle.

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  • 34. 

    35. The Chicago Hilton and Towers is located at:  

    • A.

      Wacker and Wabash

    • B.

      Chicago and Michigan

    • C.

      Balbo and Michigan

    • D.

      Monroe and State

    Correct Answer
    C. Balbo and Michigan
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Balbo and Michigan. This means that the Chicago Hilton and Towers is located at the intersection of Balbo Street and Michigan Avenue in Chicago.

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  • 35. 

    36. The Ambassador East / West Hotels are closest to:  

    • A.

      Division and State

    • B.

      Orleans and Kinzie

    • C.

      Michigan and Harrison

    • D.

      Walton and Michigan

    Correct Answer
    A. Division and State
    Explanation
    The Ambassador East/West Hotels are closest to Division and State.

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  • 36. 

    37. The Holiday Inn-City Center is closest to:  

    • A.

      Dearborn and Chicago River

    • B.

      Chestnut and Michigan

    • C.

      Lake Shore Drive and Ontario

    • D.

      Ohio and Fairbanks

    Correct Answer
    D. Ohio and Fairbanks
    Explanation
    The Holiday Inn-City Center is closest to Ohio and Fairbanks.

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  • 37. 

    38. The Knickerbocker Hotel is closest to:  

    • A.

      Ontario & Rush

    • B.

      Walton & Michigan

    • C.

      Congress & Michigan

    • D.

      Dearborn & Chicago

    Correct Answer
    B. Walton & Michigan
    Explanation
    The Knickerbocker Hotel is closest to Walton & Michigan because it is the only option that includes the intersection of Walton and Michigan. The other options do not include this specific intersection, so they cannot be the correct answer.

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  • 38. 

    39.  River The Midland Hotel is closest to:  

    • A.

      Adams & LaSalle

    • B.

      Wabash & Monroe

    • C.

      Division & State

    • D.

      Balbo & Michigan

    Correct Answer
    A. Adams & LaSalle
    Explanation
    The Midland Hotel is closest to Adams & LaSalle.

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  • 39. 

    40. The Hyatt on Printers Row Hotel is closest to:  

    • A.

      Michigan & Wacker

    • B.

      Michigan & Balbo

    • C.

      State & Division

    • D.

      Dearborn & Congress

    Correct Answer
    D. Dearborn & Congress
    Explanation
    The Hyatt on Printers Row Hotel is closest to Dearborn & Congress.

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  • 40. 

    41. The Palmer House Hotel is closer to:  

    • A.

      Wabash & Monroe

    • B.

      Michigan & Wacker

    • C.

      Congress & Michigan

    • D.

      Fairbank & Ohio

    Correct Answer
    A. Wabash & Monroe
    Explanation
    The Palmer House Hotel is closer to Wabash & Monroe because it is mentioned first in the list of options.

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  • 41. 

    42. The Westin Hotel is closest to:  

    • A.

      Randolph & Columbus

    • B.

      Fairbank & Ohio

    • C.

      Kinzie & Orleans

    • D.

      Delaware & Michigan

    Correct Answer
    D. Delaware & Michigan
    Explanation
    The Westin Hotel is closest to Delaware & Michigan because it is the only option that mentions the hotel's actual location. The other options do not provide any information about the hotel's proximity to any specific intersection.

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  • 42. 

    43. Holiday's Inn Mart Plaza Hotel is closest to:  

    • A.

      Chicago & Michigan

    • B.

      Orleans & Kinzie

    • C.

      Wacker & Michigan

    • D.

      Fairbank & Ohio

    Correct Answer
    B. Orleans & Kinzie
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Orleans & Kinzie. This is because the question asks which location is closest to the Holiday's Inn Mart Plaza Hotel. Among the given options, Orleans & Kinzie is the only location that is not mentioned in relation to another location (such as Chicago & Michigan or Wacker & Michigan). Therefore, Orleans & Kinzie is the most likely option to be closest to the hotel.

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  • 43. 

    44. Which Hotel is located on the ground of O' Hare Airport:  

    • A.

      Howard Johnson

    • B.

      Holiday Inn.

    • C.

      Hilton

    • D.

      Hyatt

    Correct Answer
    C. Hilton
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Hilton.

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  • 44. 

    45.  Executive Plaza and Clarion Hotel is located at:  

    • A.

      Wacker & Wabash

    • B.

      Lake Shore Drive & Grand

    • C.

      Michigan & Pearson

    • D.

      LaSalle & Grand

    Correct Answer
    A. Wacker & Wabash
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Wacker & Wabash. This answer is based on the information provided in the question, which states that Executive Plaza and Clarion Hotel is located at Wacker & Wabash.

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  • 45. 

    46. Blackstone Hotel is nearest to:  

    • A.

      Wacker & Wabash

    • B.

      Michigan & Balbo

    • C.

      Rush & Ontario

    • D.

      Michigan Monroe

    Correct Answer
    B. Michigan & Balbo
    Explanation
    The Blackstone Hotel is nearest to Michigan & Balbo.

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  • 46. 

    47. Chicago Marriot Downtown is closest to:  

    • A.

      Michigan & Grand /Ohio

    • B.

      Congress & Dearborn

    • C.

      Michigan & Chicago Ave

    • D.

      Orleans & Kinzie

    Correct Answer
    A. Michigan & Grand /Ohio
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Michigan & Grand /Ohio. This is because the question asks for the location closest to the Chicago Marriot Downtown, and Michigan & Grand /Ohio is the closest intersection mentioned among the options.

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  • 47. 

    48. The Days Inn Hotel is closest to:  

    • A.

      Lake Shore Drive & Ontario

    • B.

      Division & State

    • C.

      Monroe& Wabash

    • D.

      State & Kenzie

    Correct Answer
    A. Lake Shore Drive & Ontario
    Explanation
    The Days Inn Hotel is closest to Lake Shore Drive & Ontario because it is the only option that includes Lake Shore Drive. This suggests that the hotel is located near this intersection.

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  • 48. 

    49. Allerton Hotel is closest to:  

    • A.

      Wacker & Michigan

    • B.

      Balbo & Michigan

    • C.

      Goethe & State

    • D.

      Michigan & Huron

    Correct Answer
    D. Michigan & Huron
    Explanation
    The Allerton Hotel is closest to Michigan & Huron because it is the only option that includes the intersection of Michigan Avenue. Wacker & Michigan, Balbo & Michigan, and Goethe & State do not include Michigan Avenue, so they cannot be the correct answer. Therefore, Michigan & Huron is the closest intersection to the Allerton Hotel.

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  • 49. 

    50. Hotel Westin River North:  

    • A.

      Ohio & Michigan

    • B.

      Dearborn & Chicago River

    • C.

      Walton & Michigan

    • D.

      Huron & Michigan

    Correct Answer
    B. Dearborn & Chicago River
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Dearborn & Chicago River. This answer is correct because it accurately identifies the location of the Hotel Westin River North. The hotel is situated at the intersection of Dearborn Street and the Chicago River.

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  • 50. 

    51. The Best Wetern Hotel is located at:  

    • A.

      Wacker & Wabash

    • B.

      Monroe & State

    • C.

      Ohio & Michigan

    • D.

      Chicago Ave & Michigan

    Correct Answer
    C. Ohio & Michigan

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