How Well Do You Know Fresno? - Advanced Quiz
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Which of these is the slogan for the city of Fresno (as stated on the "Fresno Arch")?
- A.
"Gateway to the Sierras"
- B.
"The heart of agriculture"
- C.
"The biggest little city in the U.S.A"
- D.
"The best little city in the U.S.A."
Correct Answer
D. "The best little city in the U.S.A."Explanation
The slogan for the city of Fresno, as stated on the "Fresno Arch," is "The best little city in the U.S.A."Rate this question:
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- 2.
What year was CSU Fresno founded?
- A.
1902
- B.
1911
- C.
1885
- D.
1943
Correct Answer
B. 1911Explanation
CSU Fresno was founded in 1911.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of these is not located in the downtown triangle (the area between the 180, 41, and 99 freeways)?
- A.
Chuckchansi Park
- B.
Roeding Park
- C.
Community Regional Medical Center
- D.
Fulton Mall
Correct Answer
B. Roeding ParkExplanation
Roeding Park is not located in the downtown triangle, which is the area between the 180, 41, and 99 freeways. Chuckchansi Park, Community Regional Medical Center, and Fulton Mall may be located within this area, but Roeding Park is not.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Who is the current mayor of the City of Fresno?
- A.
Ashley Swearengin
- B.
Alan Autry
- C.
Jim Patterson
- D.
Jerry Brown
Correct Answer
A. Ashley SwearenginExplanation
Ashley Swearengin is the correct answer because she is the current mayor of the City of Fresno.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is the correct order of these streets moving from North to South?
- A.
Barstow, Bullard, Gettysburg, Ashlan, McKinley, Belmont
- B.
Bullard, Barstow, Gettysburg, Ashlan, McKinley, Belmont
- C.
Bullard, Barstow, Gettysburg, Ashlan, Belmont, McKinley
- D.
Bullard, Barstow, Ashlan, Gettysburg, McKinley, Belmont
Correct Answer
B. Bullard, Barstow, Gettysburg, Ashlan, McKinley, BelmontExplanation
The correct order of these streets moving from North to South is Bullard, Barstow, Gettysburg, Ashlan, McKinley, Belmont.Rate this question:
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- 6.
"Neighborhood", "Emerald", "The Loft", and "Yoshi-Now" refer to what types of establishments?
- A.
Japanese restaurants
- B.
Chinese restaurants
- C.
Furniture stores
- D.
Thrift stores
Correct Answer
D. Thrift storesExplanation
The establishments referred to by "Neighborhood", "Emerald", "The Loft", and "Yoshi-Now" are thrift stores. This can be inferred from the fact that all the given options are types of establishments, and thrift stores are the only type mentioned among them.Rate this question:
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- 7.
There is a large population of _______ immigrants living in the Fresno area.
- A.
Korean
- B.
Vietnamese
- C.
Hmong
- D.
Chinese
Correct Answer
C. HmongExplanation
The given correct answer is Hmong. This suggests that there is a significant number of Hmong immigrants residing in the Fresno area.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Seropian, Bedrosian, and Martirosian are all examples of ___________ last names; a culture that is very prominent in the Fresno area.
- A.
Australian
- B.
Hmong
- C.
Syrian
- D.
Armenian
Correct Answer
D. ArmenianExplanation
The names Seropian, Bedrosian, and Martirosian are all examples of Armenian last names. This is evident from the clue that mentions a culture prominent in the Fresno area, which is known for its large Armenian community. Therefore, the correct answer is Armenian.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which of these Fresno schools was ranked the 6th best high school in California according to the 2015 U.S. News and World Report?
- A.
Edison Computech High School
- B.
University High School
- C.
Sierra Charter School
- D.
Academy of Arts and Sciences
Correct Answer
B. University High SchoolExplanation
University High School was ranked the 6th best high school in California according to the 2015 U.S. News and World Report.Rate this question:
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- 10.
How many cinemas does Edwards Theater in River Park have (not including the Imax)?
- A.
21
- B.
22
- C.
17
- D.
14
Correct Answer
B. 22Explanation
The correct answer is 22. This means that Edwards Theater in River Park has a total of 22 cinemas, excluding the Imax theater.Rate this question:
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- 11.
The iconic red-roofed building pictured here was what kind of business before it was recently turned into lofts and a theater?
Correct Answer
bank
a bank
security bank
Bank
United Security BankExplanation
The correct answer is bank, a bank, security bank, Bank, United Security Bank. The iconic red-roofed building was previously a bank before it was converted into lofts and a theater.Rate this question:
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The building pictured here can be seen from which freeway?
- A.
The 168 heading east
- B.
The 99 heading north
- C.
The 99 heading south
- D.
The 41 heading north
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- 13.
Where is this?
- A.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Millbrook and Alluvial
- B.
Peoples Church, Cedar and Fir
- C.
The Bridge Church, Ashlan and Bond
- D.
The Well Community Church, Maple and Nees
Correct Answer
B. Peoples Church, Cedar and FirExplanation
The given answer, Peoples Church, Cedar and Fir, is the correct location. The question asks for the specific location, and out of the four options provided, Peoples Church is the only one that matches the given address, Cedar and Fir. Therefore, it can be concluded that the correct answer is Peoples Church, Cedar and Fir.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Established in 1884, this event celebrates its 132nd year of operation in 2015.
- A.
The Clovis Rodeo
- B.
Fresno State Vintage Days
- C.
The Big Fresno Fair
- D.
Sun-Maid Raisin Festival
Correct Answer
C. The Big Fresno FairExplanation
The correct answer is The Big Fresno Fair. The event mentioned in the question has been in operation since 1884, which means it has been running for 132 years by 2015. The Big Fresno Fair is a well-known annual event held in Fresno, California, and it fits the given description.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Located within Woodward Park, this area may seem out of place to the uninformed passerby. What is it?
- A.
An aviary
- B.
A petting zoo
- C.
A Japanese garden
- D.
An archery range
Correct Answer
C. A Japanese gardenExplanation
The given correct answer is a Japanese garden. This is because the question mentions that this area may seem out of place to the uninformed passerby, indicating that it is something unique or unexpected. A Japanese garden fits this description as it is a tranquil and aesthetically pleasing space that may not be commonly found within a park setting. Additionally, the mention of Woodward Park suggests that it is a public park, making it more likely to have a Japanese garden as a feature.Rate this question:
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