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The Ultimate New York General Knowledge Trivia! - Quiz

New York is a state base in the Northeastern United States. It's the most popular city in the United States and the world's most economically powerful City. New York City is an intercontinental City, and It has been referred to as the ethnic, monetary, and medium capital of the world. Click on this quiz to learn more about New York.

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1.

Which of these bridges connects Manhattan to Brooklyn?
- A.
  
  Hell gate bridge
- B.
  
  Manhattan Bridge
- C.
  
  Brooklyn Bridge
- D.
  
  High Bridge
Correct Answer
C. Brooklyn Bridge

Explanation
The Brooklyn Bridge connects Manhattan to Brooklyn.

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2.

Who was elected mayor of New York in November 2001?
- A.
  
  Micheal Richard
- B.
  
  Charles Dickens
- C.
  
  John Rhea
- D.
  
  Mike Bloomberg
Correct Answer
D. Mike Bloomberg

Explanation
Mike Bloomberg was elected mayor of New York in November 2001.

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3.

How many world's fairs have taken place in New York since 1900?
- A.
  
  15
- B.
  
  10
- C.
  
  7
- D.
  
  2
Correct Answer
D. 2

Explanation
Since 1900, only two world's fairs have taken place in New York. This suggests that New York has not been a frequent host of world's fairs compared to other cities.

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4.

What president was born in New York City?
- A.
  
  Donald Trump
- B.
  
  Theodore Roosevelt
- C.
  
  Abraham Lincoln
- D.
  
  Barack Obama
Correct Answer
B. Theodore Roosevelt

Explanation
The correct answer is Theodore Roosevelt because he was born in New York City.

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5.

When did the New York subway system begin operation?
- A.
  
  1900
- B.
  
  1904
- C.
  
  1909
- D.
  
  1999
Correct Answer
B. 1904

Explanation
The New York subway system began operation in 1904. This is the correct answer because it is the only option that falls within the range of possible years for the system's inception. The other options, 1900, 1909, and 1999, are either too early or too late for the start of the New York subway system.

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6.

What is the only borough that isn't an island?
- A.
  
  Bronx
- B.
  
  Brooklyn
- C.
  
  Manhattan
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Bronx

Explanation
The correct answer is Bronx. The question is asking for the only borough that is not an island. The Bronx is the only borough of New York City that is located on the mainland, while the other boroughs (Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Staten Island) are all located on islands.

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7.

What borough is part of long island?
- A.
  
  Manhattan
- B.
  
  Brooklyn
- C.
  
  Queens
- D.
  
  Bronx
Correct Answer
C. Queens

Explanation
Queens is the correct answer because it is one of the five boroughs of New York City and is located on Long Island. It is the easternmost and largest borough in terms of area, and it shares a border with Nassau County on Long Island.

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8.

How many times did the Beatles play at Shea stadium?
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  2
- C.
  
  3
- D.
  
  5
Correct Answer
B. 2

Explanation
The Beatles played at Shea Stadium twice. This is a well-known fact in music history. Their first performance at Shea Stadium took place on August 15, 1965, and their second performance was on August 23, 1966. These concerts were significant as they were the first stadium concerts in the history of music, with an attendance of over 55,000 people each time. The Beatles' Shea Stadium performances marked a groundbreaking moment in popular music and solidified their status as one of the most influential bands of all time.

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9.

What is the name of the three-hour sightseeing boat tour around Manhattan?
- A.
  
  Titanic
- B.
  
  The Titan
- C.
  
  Circle line
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Circle line

Explanation
The correct answer is Circle line. Circle line is the name of the three-hour sightseeing boat tour around Manhattan.

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10.

How many commuter bridges cross the east river?
- A.
  
  25
- B.
  
  17
- C.
  
  10
- D.
  
  7
Correct Answer
D. 7

Explanation
There are a total of 7 commuter bridges that cross the east river.

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