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1. What is another name for 39th Street ?

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Pershing Rd. is another name for 39th Street.

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2. The streets in Chicago are laid out in a _____________ patern.

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The correct answer is "Grid". This means that the streets in Chicago are laid out in a grid-like pattern, with streets intersecting at right angles and forming a network of squares or rectangles. This type of street layout is common in many cities and allows for easier navigation and organization of urban areas.

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3. How many blocks are there in one normal mile ?

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There are 8 blocks in one normal mile.

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4. When you leave Navy Pier , you go west on …

Explanation

When leaving Navy Pier, the correct direction to go is west on Grand.

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5. Another name for 6700 South is :

Explanation

Marquette Road is another name for 6700 South.

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6. What building is located at 555 W. Madison ?

Explanation

Presidential Towers is the correct answer because it is the building located at 555 W. Madison.

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7. The Hospitals in the same area are:

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The correct answer is Mount Sinai, Schwab Rehabilitation Center, and St. Anthony. These hospitals are all located in the same area.

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8. Harlem Avenue is :

Explanation

Harlem Avenue is located at 7200 west. This means that the avenue is situated on the west side of the reference point or center of the city. The number "7200" indicates the distance in blocks from the reference point, with each block typically representing a certain distance. Therefore, Harlem Avenue is 7200 blocks away to the west of the reference point.

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9. Identify the street that does not belong in the group

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The given streets, Howard, Montrose, Irving Park, and Addison, are all names of streets in Chicago. Harlem, on the other hand, is not a street in Chicago. Therefore, Harlem does not belong in the group.

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10. Complete the following route from Union Station to Chicago Hilton & Towers: Take Jackson e/b to ____________ Avenue and continue s/b to entrance.

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To complete the route from Union Station to Chicago Hilton & Towers, one should take Jackson e/b to Michigan Avenue and continue s/b to the entrance.

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11. I am home to the University of Chicago and the Museum of Science and Industry. What community am I ?

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Hyde Park is the correct answer because it is home to the University of Chicago and the Museum of Science and Industry. The University of Chicago is a prestigious institution known for its academic excellence, while the Museum of Science and Industry is one of the largest science museums in the world. Both of these landmarks are located in Hyde Park, making it the community being referred to in the question.

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12. Numerically , Addison is:

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Addison is located at 3600 North. The directions provided (East, South, West) are not relevant in determining the numerical location of Addison. The only relevant information is the numerical value of 3600, which indicates the North direction.

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13. Which diagonal street crosses North Avenue at Halsted Street and Fullerton at Ashland Avenue ?

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Clybourn is the correct answer because it is the diagonal street that crosses North Avenue at Halsted Street and Fullerton at Ashland Avenue.

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14. Which group of hotels is on Michigan Avenue ?

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The correct answer is Westin, Intercontinental and Marriott. These hotels are located on Michigan Avenue.

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15. Which set of streets go one-way east in downtown area ?

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The set of streets that go one-way east in the downtown area is Washington and Ohio.

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16. Streets in Hyde Park neighborhood :

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The streets listed in the answer (Woodlawn, Greenwood, Cottage Grove) are all located in the Hyde Park neighborhood. This suggests that these streets are part of the streets in Hyde Park neighborhood.

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17. Hotel Lincoln (ex Park View Hotel)  is located at …

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The correct answer is Clark and Lincoln.

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18. Racine is how far west ?

Explanation

Racine is located 1200 miles west of a certain reference point.

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19. The area bounded by Armitage Ave. to Division St. and LaSalle to Lake Shore Dr. is called ..

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The area bounded by Armitage Ave. to Division St. and LaSalle to Lake Shore Dr. is called the Gold Coast. This neighborhood is known for its affluent residents, upscale shopping, and historic mansions. It is located along the Lake Michigan shoreline and is considered one of the most prestigious and expensive areas in Chicago.

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20. South Chicago Avenue runs ?

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South Chicago Avenue runs southeast.

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21. Chicago is the first mile marker  North of..

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Chicago is the first mile marker north of Madison.

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22. The Center of the grid pattern of Chicago is one of the following ?

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The correct answer is State and Madison. The center of the grid pattern in Chicago is commonly referred to as "The Loop," and it is located at the intersection of State Street and Madison Street. This area is known for its high concentration of businesses, theaters, and shopping, and it serves as the central hub for transportation in the city.

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23. The Allstate Arena is closest to:

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The Allstate Arena is closest to Mannheim and Touhy. This is because Mannheim and Touhy is the only option that is in close proximity to the arena. The other options are located in different areas of Chicago and are not near the Allstate Arena.

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24. The Aon Center was originally known as the Standard Oil Building. What other name was it known  as ?

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The Aon Center, originally known as the Standard Oil Building, was also known as The AMOCO Building.

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25. Chicago State University is located at :

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Chicago State University is located at 95th and King Drive.

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26. Heading south from Madison Street, the first mile marker is …

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The correct answer is Roosevelt Rd. because it is stated in the question that the first mile marker heading south from Madison Street is Roosevelt Rd. This means that Roosevelt Rd. is the first street encountered when traveling south from Madison Street.

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27. Two alternate routes for I-55 are:

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The correct answer is Archer, Ogden because it is one of the two alternate routes for I-55 mentioned in the given options.

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28. The sport stadium close to the Museum Campus is:

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Soldier Field is the correct answer because it is the sport stadium closest to the Museum Campus. Wrigley Field is a baseball stadium located in a different area of Chicago. United Center is an indoor arena primarily used for basketball and hockey games. U.S. Cellular Field is a baseball stadium located on the south side of Chicago. Allstate Arena is an indoor arena located in Rosemont, Illinois.

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29. What Hotel is located at 200 East Chestnut ?

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The Seneca Hotel is located at 200 East Chestnut.

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30. Which of the following relates to I-90/94 ?

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The correct answer is "All of the above." This is because all of the statements provided in the question relate to I-90/94. It is called the Kennedy, the alternate routes to it are Milwaukee and Elston, it takes you toward O'Hare Airport, and it goes Northwest in direction.

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31. Three Hotels in the same area:

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The correct answer is "None of these hotels are in the same area." The given list of hotels is divided into four groups, and each group consists of three hotels. However, there is no group where all three hotels are in the same area. Therefore, none of these hotels are in the same area.

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32. Water Tower Place is closest to which of the following intersections ?

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Water Tower Place is closest to the intersection of Michigan and Pearson because the question asks for the closest intersection, and Michigan and Pearson is the only option that includes Michigan Avenue, which is where Water Tower Place is located.

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33. What hospitals are near Douglas Park ? (near Ogden & California)

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Schwab Rehabilitation Institute and Mount Sinai are the hospitals near Douglas Park.

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34. Streets on the South Side fall into a regular mileage pattern after which one of the following streets ?

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The correct answer is 31st St. The explanation for this is that the streets on the South Side follow a regular mileage pattern, and the street that follows 31st St. would continue this pattern.

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35. Which of these points of interest  would   you see  on the correct route from Harold Washington College to South Shore Cultural Center ?

Explanation

The Museum of Science and Industry is a point of interest that you would see on the correct route from Harold Washington College to South Shore Cultural Center.

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36. Which hotel is located at 500 South Dearborn  ?

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The Wyndham Blake Hotel is located at 500 South Dearborn.

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37. The University of Illinois and many Greek restaurants are located on :

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The University of Illinois and many Greek restaurants are located on Halsted.

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38. Which of the following hospital is located at 65th and Lake Michigan ?

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La Rabida Hospital is located at 65th and Lake Michigan.

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39. The Bahai House of Worship can be founded at:

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not-available-via-ai

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40. What side of the street is 537 East 89th Place ?

Explanation

537 East 89th Place is located on the south side of the street.

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41. The Magnificent Mile is located on :

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The Magnificent Mile is located on Michigan between Oak and Wacker. This is a famous stretch of road in Chicago known for its high-end shopping, luxury hotels, and iconic landmarks. It is a popular tourist destination and a hub for shopping and entertainment.

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42. What point of interest would you encounter on the correct route from Midway Airport to McCormick Place South ?

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@ Michigan & 26th

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43. Where does Lincoln  Avenue meet Ashland Avenue ?

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Lincoln Avenue meets Ashland Avenue at Belmont Ave.

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44. The Polish Museum is located at:

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The correct answer is Augusta Blvd. and Milwaukee.

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45. Heading west from State Street, the first mile marker is:

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When heading west from State Street, the first mile marker is Halsted. This means that Halsted is the first major street or landmark that you will encounter after traveling one mile in the westward direction from State Street.

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46. The AT&T building is located at:

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The correct answer is Monroe and Franklin.

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47. Which museum is located Downtown ?

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The Terra Museum of American Art is located Downtown.

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48. Where  does Blue Island meet Ashland Avenue ?

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Cermak is the correct answer because Blue Island meets Ashland Avenue at Cermak.

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49. Complete the route from Printer's Row to Brookfield Zoo: Take Congress w/b  onto __________ , continue until  1st  Avenue. Take 1st Ave. s/b to 31st St.

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To complete the route from Printer's Row to Brookfield Zoo, you need to take Congress w/b and continue until 1st Avenue. From there, you should take 1st Ave. s/b to 31st St. The correct option to fill in the blank is I-290.

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50. Which streets run parallel to the Eisenhower Expressway and are alternate route for ?

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Roosevelt and Washington streets run parallel to the Eisenhower Expressway and serve as alternate routes.

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51. Please choose which does NOT  belong in the group

Explanation

All of the given options belong to the group except for "Burnham". The other options are all hotels or inns, while "Burnham" does not fit into this category.

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52. The Museum Campus is composed of :

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The correct answer is Field Museum, Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium / Oceanarium. The Museum Campus is a park located in Chicago, Illinois, and it is home to these three major museums. The Field Museum is a natural history museum, the Adler Planetarium is an astronomy museum, and the Shedd Aquarium is an aquarium and oceanarium. These three institutions are popular tourist attractions and offer a wide range of educational and interactive exhibits for visitors to enjoy.

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53. The Four Season Hotel is located near ..

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The correct answer is Delaware and Rush. This is because the question is asking for the location of the Four Season Hotel, and Delaware and Rush is the only option that mentions the hotel's location. The other options mention different street names that are not relevant to the hotel's location.

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54. Where does Archer Avenue meet Pulaski Rd. ?

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Archer Avenue meets Pulaski Rd. at 50th Street.

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55. Odd numbered addresses are located on which side of the street ?

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Odd numbered addresses are typically located on the south and east sides of the street. This convention is commonly followed in many cities and towns. The reasoning behind this is that odd numbers are usually assigned to properties on one side of the street, while even numbers are assigned to properties on the opposite side. This helps to maintain a consistent and organized system for locating addresses and navigating through a neighborhood or city.

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56. Traveling South on Western Ave. from  Addison, the number on the east side are ______ and _________.

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When traveling south on Western Ave. from Addison, the numbers on the east side are odd and decreasing. This means that as you move further south, the numbers on the east side of the road will be odd numbers and they will decrease in value.

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57. Harold Washington Library is located at :

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The correct answer is VanBuren and State. This is the location of the Harold Washington Library.

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58. You are downtown and your passenger want to go to Midway Airport. The traffic on the Stevenson is very slow. What would you use as an alternate route ?

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Both Ogden Avenue and Archer Avenue may be used as alternate routes to Midway Airport when the traffic on the Stevenson is slow.

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59. What building is located at State  and the river ?

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Marina City is the correct answer because it is a building located at State and the river. It is a complex of two towers in Chicago, Illinois, and is known for its unique architectural design. The other options mentioned are also notable buildings in Chicago, but they are not specifically located at State and the river.

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60. On the route from Midway going to Christ Hospital, which point or points of interest would one see ?

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One would see the Oaklawn Hilton and the Ford City Shopping Center on the route from Midway going to Christ Hospital. The Frank Lloyd Wright home is not mentioned as a point of interest on this route. Therefore, the correct answer is 1 & 3.

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61. Chicago Hilton & Towers is located at:

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The Chicago Hilton & Towers is located at the intersection of Balbo and Michigan.

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62. Which diagonal street crosses Irving Park Rd. at Cicero ,  Ashland Ave. at Division Street , and North Ave. at Damen Ave  ?

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Milwaukee is the correct answer because it is the diagonal street that crosses Irving Park Rd. at Cicero, Ashland Ave. at Division Street, and North Ave. at Damen Ave.

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63. Holy Cross Hospital is located at which of the following intersections  ?

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The correct answer is 68th and California. This intersection is where Holy Cross Hospital is located.

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64. Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital is closest to :

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The correct answer is Division and Western. This can be determined by comparing the given options and identifying the location that is closest to Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital.

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65. What University houses the Lying-In Hospital , Comer  Children's  Hospital,  and Bernard Mitchell Hospital ?

Explanation

The University of Chicago houses the Lying-In Hospital, Comer Children's Hospital, and Bernard Mitchell Hospital.

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66. 85th Place is located ..

Explanation

The correct answer is both 2 & 4 are correct. This means that 85th Place is located two blocks east of Avalon Park and south of Madison St. Additionally, it is also located between 85th St and 86th St, and west of State St.

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67. The Ritz Carlton Hotel is located near …

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The correct answer is Pearson and Michigan. This can be inferred from the question that asks for the location of The Ritz Carlton Hotel. Among the given options, Pearson and Michigan is the only location mentioned that could potentially be the location of the hotel.

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68. I-94 goes by Six Flags Great America. What expressway takes you there FROM downtown ?

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the question is FROM downtown. only 1 option :I-90/94

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69. What street crosses Ashland and Belmont  ?

Explanation

Lincoln is the street that crosses Ashland and Belmont.

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70. Which diagonal street do you encounter on your way to Midway from Navy Pier ?  (Assume you take I-55 South)

Explanation

Archer is the correct answer because if you take I-55 South from Navy Pier, you will eventually encounter Archer Avenue on your way to Midway.

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71. River City is located at ..

Explanation

The correct answer is Wells and Polk. This suggests that River City is located at the intersection of Wells Street and Polk Street.

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72. The Peninsula Hotel is located at what intersection ?

Explanation

The correct answer is Superior and Rush. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the location of The Peninsula Hotel. Among the given options, Superior and Rush is the only intersection mentioned that could potentially be the location of the hotel.

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73. Which pair of streets are located in River North area ?

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The River North area is known for its vibrant art scene, trendy restaurants, and upscale shops. Dearborn and Huron streets are both located in the River North area, making them the correct pair of streets for this question. Diversey and Halsted are located in the Lincoln Park area, Lake Shore and 57th St. are located in the Hyde Park area, and Narragansett and Madison are located in the Austin neighborhood.

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74. Which is the correct rote from Racine and Taylor to United Center ?

Explanation

The correct route from Racine and Taylor to United Center is to take Taylor St westbound to Damen, then Damen northbound to United Center.

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75. The Chicago Board of Trade is located at the intersection of:

Explanation

The correct answer is Jackson and LaSalle. The Chicago Board of Trade is located at the intersection of Jackson and LaSalle streets.

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76. Where does  Elston  Avenue  meet  Western Ave. ?

Explanation

Elston Avenue meets Western Ave. at Diversey Ave.

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77. The correct route from the Chicago Hilton & Towers to La Rabida Children's Hospital is:

Explanation

The correct route from the Chicago Hilton & Towers to La Rabida Children's Hospital is to take Michigan Avenue southbound, then turn east on Roosevelt Road and continue onto Columbus Drive. From there, take Lake Shore Drive southbound, following U.S. 41 as it turns at Marquette Drive and continues eastbound. After going approximately one block east, turn left into the location of La Rabida Children's Hospital.

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78. Choose the most correct route from Midway Airport to Christ Hospital Women's Center.

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The most correct route from Midway Airport to Christ Hospital Women's Center is to take Cicero southbound to 95th St, then go eastbound on 95th St to reach the location. This route is the best option because it provides a direct path from the airport to the destination without any unnecessary detours or complicated directions.

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79. The correct route from the Holliday Inn Chicago City Center to Union Station:

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The correct route from the Holliday Inn Chicago City Center to Union Station is to go east on McClurg Ct., then take McClurg Ct. northbound to Ontario. From there, go west on Ontario to Michigan and then southbound on Michigan to Adams. Finally, go west on Adams to reach the destination.

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80. The Burnham Hotel is located at :

Explanation

The Burnham Hotel is located at State and Washington. This is indicated by the answer choice provided.

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81. Which of the following streets are approximately  200 E ?

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82. Downtown, Quincy runs in which direction ?

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Downtown Quincy runs in the west direction.

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83. The County Building is located at …

Explanation

The correct answer is Clark and Randolph. This is the location of the County Building.

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84. Which of these would you see on the correct route from Printer's Row to Brookfield  Zoo ?

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w/b on I-290 @ Central Ave.

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85. Going from City Hall to Evergreen Plaza , assuming the most correct route, what point of interest would be seen ?

Explanation

The most correct route from City Hall to Evergreen Plaza would pass by U.S. Cellular Field, which is a point of interest that would be seen along the way.

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86. Which of the following point of interest would you see on the correct route from County Building to McCormick Place South ?

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Coming s/b on Clark @ Clark & VanBuren

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87. South Chicago Avenue runs parallel with :

Explanation

South Chicago Avenue runs parallel with I-90.

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88. Wyndham Blake Hotel is located …

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500 S Dearborn

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89. Which is the Best route from the County Building to McCormick Place South ?

Explanation

The given route suggests taking Clark south to Cermack, continuing east on Cermak to M. L. King Dr., and then heading south on M.L. King Dr. to reach the destination at McCormick Place South. This route provides a clear and direct path from the County Building to the destination without any major detours or complications.

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90. The Mercantile Excange is located at :

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The correct answer is Van Buren and LaSalle. The Mercantile Exchange is located at the intersection of Van Buren and LaSalle streets.

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What is another name for 39th Street ?
The streets in Chicago are laid out in a _____________ patern.
How many blocks are there in one normal mile ?
When you leave Navy Pier , you go west on …
Another name for 6700 South is :
What building is located at 555 W. Madison ?
The Hospitals in the same area are:
Harlem Avenue is :
Identify the street that does not belong in the group
Complete the following route from Union Station to Chicago Hilton...
I am home to the University of Chicago and the Museum of Science and...
Numerically , Addison is:
Which diagonal street crosses North Avenue at Halsted Street and...
Which group of hotels is on Michigan Avenue ?
Which set of streets go one-way east in downtown area ?
Streets in Hyde Park neighborhood :
Hotel Lincoln (ex Park View Hotel)  is located at …
Racine is how far west ?
The area bounded by Armitage Ave. to Division St. and LaSalle to Lake...
South Chicago Avenue runs ?
Chicago is the first mile marker  North of..
The Center of the grid pattern of Chicago is one of the following ?
The Allstate Arena is closest to:
The Aon Center was originally known as the Standard Oil Building. What...
Chicago State University is located at :
Heading south from Madison Street, the first mile marker is …
Two alternate routes for I-55 are:
The sport stadium close to the Museum Campus is:
What Hotel is located at 200 East Chestnut ?
Which of the following relates to I-90/94 ?
Three Hotels in the same area:
Water Tower Place is closest to which of the following intersections ?
What hospitals are near Douglas Park ? (near Ogden & California)
Streets on the South Side fall into a regular mileage pattern after...
Which of these points of interest  would   you...
Which hotel is located at 500 South Dearborn  ?
The University of Illinois and many Greek restaurants are located on :
Which of the following hospital is located at 65th and Lake Michigan ?
The Bahai House of Worship can be founded at:
What side of the street is 537 East 89th Place ?
The Magnificent Mile is located on :
What point of interest would you encounter on the correct route from...
Where does Lincoln  Avenue meet Ashland Avenue ?
The Polish Museum is located at:
Heading west from State Street, the first mile marker is:
The AT&T building is located at:
Which museum is located Downtown ?
Where  does Blue Island meet Ashland Avenue ?
Complete the route from Printer's Row to Brookfield Zoo: ...
Which streets run parallel to the Eisenhower Expressway and are...
Please choose which does NOT  belong in the group
The Museum Campus is composed of :
The Four Season Hotel is located near ..
Where does Archer Avenue meet Pulaski Rd. ?
Odd numbered addresses are located on which side of the street ?
Traveling South on Western Ave. from  Addison, the number on the...
Harold Washington Library is located at :
You are downtown and your passenger want to go to Midway Airport. The...
What building is located at State  and the river ?
On the route from Midway going to Christ Hospital, which point or...
Chicago Hilton & Towers is located at:
Which diagonal street crosses Irving Park Rd. at Cicero , ...
Holy Cross Hospital is located at which of the following...
Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital is closest to :
What University houses the Lying-In Hospital , Comer ...
85th Place is located ..
The Ritz Carlton Hotel is located near …
I-94 goes by Six Flags Great America. What expressway takes you there...
What street crosses Ashland and Belmont  ?
Which diagonal street do you encounter on your way to Midway from Navy...
River City is located at ..
The Peninsula Hotel is located at what intersection ?
Which pair of streets are located in River North area ?
Which is the correct rote from Racine and Taylor to United Center ?
The Chicago Board of Trade is located at the intersection of:
Where does  Elston  Avenue  meet  Western Ave. ?
The correct route from the Chicago Hilton & Towers to La Rabida...
Choose the most correct route from Midway Airport to Christ Hospital...
The correct route from the Holliday Inn Chicago City Center to Union...
The Burnham Hotel is located at :
Which of the following streets are approximately  200 E ?
Downtown, Quincy runs in which direction ?
The County Building is located at …
Which of these would you see on the correct route from Printer's Row...
Going from City Hall to Evergreen Plaza , assuming the most correct...
Which of the following point of interest would you see on the correct...
South Chicago Avenue runs parallel with :
Wyndham Blake Hotel is located …
Which is the Best route from the County Building to McCormick Place...
The Mercantile Excange is located at :
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