Chicago Taxi Aug 2013 - Final Exam "Geography 2"
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What is another name for 39th Street ?
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Halsted
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Damen
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Pershing Rd.
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Howard
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Cermak
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The streets in Chicago are laid out in a _____________ patern.
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Circular
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Concentric
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Hashed
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Grid
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None of the above
Correct Answer
A. GridExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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How many blocks are there in one normal mile ?
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5
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8
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2
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4
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12
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A. 8Explanation
There are 8 blocks in one normal mile.Rate this question:
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Another name for 6700 South is :
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Comercial Avenue
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Martin Luther King Drive
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Marquette Road
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Cermak Road
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Archer Avenue
Correct Answer
A. Marquette RoadExplanation
Marquette Road is another name for 6700 South.Rate this question:
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What building is located at 555 W. Madison ?
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The State of Illinois Buiding
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Wrigley Building
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Lake Point Towers
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Presidential Towers
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Blue Cross Blue Shields
Correct Answer
A. Presidential TowersExplanation
Presidential Towers is the correct answer because it is the building located at 555 W. Madison.Rate this question:
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When you leave Navy Pier , you go west on …
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Grand
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Illinois
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Randolph
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Columbus Drive
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Fullerton
Correct Answer
A. GrandExplanation
When leaving Navy Pier, the correct direction to go is west on Grand.Rate this question:
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The Hospitals in the same area are:
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Lutheran General, Louis Weiss , Jackson Park
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Stroger, Weiss, Michael Reese
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Mount Sinai , Schwab Rehabilitation Center , St. Anthony
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V.A. Westside, V.A. Lakeside , Swedish Covenant
Correct Answer
A. Mount Sinai , Schwab Rehabilitation Center , St. AnthonyExplanation
The correct answer is Mount Sinai, Schwab Rehabilitation Center, and St. Anthony. These hospitals are all located in the same area.Rate this question:
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Identify the street that does not belong in the group
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Howard
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Montrose
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Harlem
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Irving Park
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Addison
Correct Answer
A. HarlemExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Harlem Avenue is :
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7200 west
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7200 east
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4800 west
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1200 south
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1600 north
Correct Answer
A. 7200 westExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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I am home to the University of Chicago and the Museum of Science and Industry. What community am I ?
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Chinatown
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Wrigleyville
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Hyde Park
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Pullman
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Evergreen
Correct Answer
A. Hyde ParkExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Numerically , Addison is:
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3600 East
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3600 South
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3600 West
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3600 North
Correct Answer
A. 3600 NorthExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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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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Lake Shore Dr.
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Michigan
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Wells
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Wabash
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Division
Correct Answer
A. MichiganExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Which diagonal street crosses North Avenue at Halsted Street and Fullerton at Ashland Avenue ?
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Clybourn
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Blue Island
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Ridge
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Exchange
Correct Answer
A. ClybournExplanation
Clybourn is the correct answer because it is the diagonal street that crosses North Avenue at Halsted Street and Fullerton at Ashland Avenue.Rate this question:
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Hotel Lincoln (ex Park View Hotel) is located at …
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Wacker Place and Michigan
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Michigan and Congress
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Ohio and Fairbanks
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Dearborn and Congress
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Clark and Lincoln
Correct Answer
A. Clark and LincolnExplanation
The correct answer is Clark and Lincoln.Rate this question:
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Which group of hotels is on Michigan Avenue ?
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Hyatt Printer’s Row, Renaissance and Holiday Inn
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Westin, Intercontinental and Marriott
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Waldorf and M. Hopkins
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Sofitel and Embassy
Correct Answer
A. Westin, Intercontinental and MarriottExplanation
The correct answer is Westin, Intercontinental and Marriott. These hotels are located on Michigan Avenue.Rate this question:
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Which set of streets go one-way east in downtown area ?
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State and LaSalle
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Washington and Ohio
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Madison and Ontario
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Dearborn and Franklin
Correct Answer
A. Washington and OhioExplanation
The set of streets that go one-way east in the downtown area is Washington and Ohio.Rate this question:
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Streets in Hyde Park neighborhood :
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Western, Damen , Racine
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Woodlawn, Greenwood, Cottage Grove
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Armitage, Marquette, Howard
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South Chicago, South Shore, Leavitt
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Western, Paulina, Cornell
Correct Answer
A. Woodlawn, Greenwood, Cottage GroveExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Racine is how far west ?
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1600 W
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2000 W
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2800 W
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1200 W
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5200 W
Correct Answer
A. 1200 WExplanation
Racine is located 1200 miles west of a certain reference point.Rate this question:
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Chicago State University is located at :
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95th and King Dive
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47th and King Drive
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597t and Cottage Grove
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35th and Cottage Grove
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33rd and State
Correct Answer
A. 95th and King DiveExplanation
Chicago State University is located at 95th and King Drive.Rate this question:
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Heading south from Madison Street, the first mile marker is …
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Chicago Ave.
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8th Street
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Taylor Street
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Roosevelt Rd.
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Ogden Ave.
Correct Answer
A. Roosevelt Rd.Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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The Aon Center was originally known as the Standard Oil Building. What other name was it known as ?
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The Fair
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Maurice Rothchilds Building
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The Palmolive Building
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The AMOCO Building
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Both 2 & 4 are correct
Correct Answer
A. The AMOCO BuildingExplanation
The Aon Center, originally known as the Standard Oil Building, was also known as The AMOCO Building.Rate this question:
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The Allstate Arena is closest to:
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River Rd and Bryn Mawr
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Mannheim and Touhy
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Madison and Damen
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Monroe and Dearborn
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Clark and Addison
Correct Answer
A. Mannheim and TouhyExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Two alternate routes for I-55 are:
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Rogers, Ogden
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Milwaukee , Archer
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Archer, Ogden
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Lincoln, Ogden
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Elston , Rogers
Correct Answer
A. Archer, OgdenExplanation
The correct answer is Archer, Ogden because it is one of the two alternate routes for I-55 mentioned in the given options.Rate this question:
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South Chicago Avenue runs ?
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North
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West
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Southeast
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east
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None of the above
Correct Answer
A. SoutheastExplanation
South Chicago Avenue runs southeast.Rate this question:
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Chicago is the first mile marker North of..
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Wabash
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Madison
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State
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Wells
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Lake
Correct Answer
A. MadisonExplanation
Chicago is the first mile marker north of Madison.Rate this question:
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The Center of the grid pattern of Chicago is one of the following ?
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State and Monroe
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Monroe and Madison
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State and Randolph
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State and Madison
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State and Morgan
Correct Answer
A. State and MadisonExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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The area bounded by Armitage Ave. to Division St. and LaSalle to Lake Shore Dr. is called ..
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Lake Shore Dr.
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Hyde Park
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South Shore
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Gold Coast
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Blue Island
Correct Answer
A. Gold CoastExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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What Hotel is located at 200 East Chestnut ?
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Seneca Hotel
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The Drake Hotel
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The Congress
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Radisson Hotel & Suites
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The Palmer House
Correct Answer
A. Seneca HotelExplanation
The Seneca Hotel is located at 200 East Chestnut.Rate this question:
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Three Hotels in the same area:
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Chicago Hilton & Towers , Hotel Intercontinental , Crowne Plaza
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Fairmont Hotel , Swiss Hotel , Hyatt Regency Chicago
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Seneca , Palmer House , “W”
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Tremont Hotel, Hotel Monaco , Hyatt Hotel & Resort
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None of these hotels are in the same area
Correct Answer
A. Fairmont Hotel , Swiss Hotel , Hyatt Regency ChicagoExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Water Tower Place is closest to which of the following intersections ?
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Michigan and Illinois
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Michigan and Pearson
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Randolph and Wabash
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Wabash and Hubbard
Correct Answer
A. Michigan and PearsonExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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The sport stadium close to the Museum Campus is:
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Wrigley Field
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Soldier Field
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United Center
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U. S. Celullar Field
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Allstate Arena
Correct Answer
A. Soldier FieldExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Which of the following relates to I-90/94 ?
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It is called the Kennedy
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The alternate routes to it are Milwaukee and Elston
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It takes you toward O’Hare Arport
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It goes Northwest in direction
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All of the above
Correct Answer
A. All of the aboveExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Which hotel is located at 500 South Dearborn ?
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Wyndham Blake Hotel
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Whitehall Hotel
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Sutton Place
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Swiss Hotel
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Drake Hotel
Correct Answer
A. Wyndham Blake HotelExplanation
The Wyndham Blake Hotel is located at 500 South Dearborn.Rate this question:
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The University of Illinois and many Greek restaurants are located on :
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Jackson
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Huron
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Western
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Milwaukee
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Halsted
Correct Answer
A. HalstedExplanation
The University of Illinois and many Greek restaurants are located on Halsted.Rate this question:
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The Bahai House of Worship can be founded at:
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LaSalle and Chicago
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Adams and Des Plaines
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Linden and Sheridan
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Sedgwick and Menominee
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A. Linden and Sheridan -
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What hospitals are near Douglas Park ? (near Ogden & California)
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Norwegian and Swedish
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University of Chicago and LaRabida
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Schwab Rehabilitation Institute and Mount Sinai
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Jackson Park Hospital and Doctors
Correct Answer
A. Schwab Rehabilitation Institute and Mount SinaiExplanation
Schwab Rehabilitation Institute and Mount Sinai are the hospitals near Douglas Park.Rate this question:
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Streets on the South Side fall into a regular mileage pattern after which one of the following streets ?
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51st St.
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22nd St.
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39th St
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31st St.
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67th St.
Correct Answer
A. 31st St.Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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Which of these points of interest would you see on the correct route from Harold Washington College to South Shore Cultural Center ?
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Garfield Park Conservatory
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Bahai Temple
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Auditorium Theatre
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Museum of Science and Industry
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Belmont Harbor
Correct Answer
A. Museum of Science and IndustryExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Which of the following hospital is located at 65th and Lake Michigan ?
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Bethany Hospital
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Loretto Hospital
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La Rabida Hospital
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Mount Sinai Hospital
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Trinity hospital
Correct Answer
A. La Rabida HospitalExplanation
La Rabida Hospital is located at 65th and Lake Michigan.Rate this question:
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What side of the street is 537 East 89th Place ?
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North
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South
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East
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West
Correct Answer
A. SouthExplanation
537 East 89th Place is located on the south side of the street.Rate this question:
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The Magnificent Mile is located on :
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Michigan between Oak and Wacker
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State between Wacker and Congress
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On Columbus between Randolph and Roosevelt
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The Museum Campus
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The Illinois medical district
Correct Answer
A. Michigan between Oak and WackerExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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What point of interest would you encounter on the correct route from Midway Airport to McCormick Place South ?
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John Hancock Building
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Peggy Notebaert Museum
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Lake Point Towers
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Mercy Hospital & MedicalCenter
Correct Answer
A. Mercy Hospital & MedicalCenterExplanation
@ Michigan & 26thRate this question:
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Where does Lincoln Avenue meet Ashland Avenue ?
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Belmont Ave.
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Archer Ave.
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Cicero Ave.
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Stony Island
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Cermak Ave.
Correct Answer
A. Belmont Ave.Explanation
Lincoln Avenue meets Ashland Avenue at Belmont Ave.Rate this question:
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The Polish Museum is located at:
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2250 N. Central
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6500 S. Pulaski
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111th and Cicero
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Augusta Blvd. and Milwaukee
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57th and Cottage Grove
Correct Answer
A. Augusta Blvd. and MilwaukeeExplanation
The correct answer is Augusta Blvd. and Milwaukee.Rate this question:
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Heading west from State Street, the first mile marker is:
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Franklin
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Belmont
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Ashland
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Halsted
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Roosevelt
Correct Answer
A. HalstedExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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The AT&T building is located at:
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Monroe and Franklin
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State and Lake
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Wabash and Chicago River
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Randolph and Stetson
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Clark and Lake
Correct Answer
A. Monroe and FranklinExplanation
The correct answer is Monroe and Franklin.Rate this question:
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Which museum is located Downtown ?
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Museum of Science and Industry
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The Polish Museum
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Balzekas Museum of Litrhuanian Culture
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DuSable Museum of African American History
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Terra Museum of American Art
Correct Answer
A. Terra Museum of American ArtExplanation
The Terra Museum of American Art is located Downtown.Rate this question:
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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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I-94
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I-290
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I-88
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I-294
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Harrison
Correct Answer
A. I-290Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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Which streets run parallel to the Eisenhower Expressway and are alternate route for ?
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Randolph and Milwaukee
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State and Madison
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Roosevelt and Washington
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South Chicago
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Blue Island, 26th and also Western
Correct Answer
A. Roosevelt and WashingtonExplanation
Roosevelt and Washington streets run parallel to the Eisenhower Expressway and serve as alternate routes.Rate this question:
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