Trivia On New York City

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1. In which New York borough is Yankee Stadium located?

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Yankee Stadium is located in the Bronx, one of the five boroughs of New York City. It is the home stadium for the New York Yankees baseball team. The Bronx is known for its rich history and cultural diversity, and Yankee Stadium is a renowned landmark within the borough.

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2. Where in NYC is the U.S. Open tennis tournament held?

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The U.S. Open tennis tournament is held in Flushing Meadow.

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3. What is the tallest building in New York City?

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The Empire State Building is the correct answer because it is widely recognized as the tallest building in New York City. Standing at a height of 1,454 feet (including its antenna), it held the title of the tallest building in the world for nearly 40 years. Its iconic status and prominent location in Manhattan make it a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of the city.

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4. Where in NYC is Bryant Park?

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Bryant Park is located behind The New York Public Library in NYC.

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5. Which "Two and a Half Men" actor graduated from the Bronx High School of Science in 1983?

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Jon Cryer is the correct answer because he is the only actor from the show "Two and a Half Men" who graduated from the Bronx High School of Science in 1983. This information can be verified by researching the educational background of the actors.

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6. The first example of which classic toy was sold in a Brooklyn toy store in 1902?

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In 1902, the first example of the classic toy, the Teddy Bear, was sold in a Brooklyn toy store. This toy became popular after President Theodore Roosevelt refused to shoot a bear during a hunting trip. The incident was illustrated in a cartoon, and a toy maker named Morris Michtom created a stuffed bear to commemorate the event. The toy was named after President Roosevelt and quickly gained popularity, becoming a beloved classic toy for children worldwide.

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7. What event caused the largest ever tickertape parade?

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The Yankees 1996 World Series Victory Parade caused the largest ever tickertape parade.

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8. Which singer sang with a group named after a street in The Bronx?

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Dion Dimucci is the correct answer because he is a singer who sang with a group named after a street in The Bronx.

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9. Who was elected Staten Island Borough President in 1989?

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Guy Molinari was elected Staten Island Borough President in 1989.

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10. Which "Friends" star was born on November 2, 1966, in Queens, New York?

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David Schwimmer is the correct answer because he was born on November 2, 1966, in Queens, New York. He is an American actor best known for his role as Ross Geller in the popular TV show "Friends." Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow, and Courteney Cox are also stars of "Friends," but they were not born on November 2, 1966, in Queens, New York.

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11. Brooklyn-born Carl Williams founded what urban clothing line in 1993?

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Karl Kani, a Brooklyn-born fashion designer, founded the urban clothing line Karl Kani Infinity in 1993. This brand gained popularity in the 1990s for its hip-hop-inspired streetwear designs.

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12. What was the name of the Brooklyn club Kiss played their first public shows at?

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The correct answer is Coventry. Coventry was the name of the Brooklyn club where Kiss played their first public shows.

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13. What Brooklyn neighborhood does Billy Joel reference in the song "You May Be Right"?

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In the song "You May Be Right," Billy Joel references the Brooklyn neighborhood of Bedford-Stuyvesant.

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In which New York borough is Yankee Stadium located?
Where in NYC is the U.S. Open tennis tournament held?
What is the tallest building in New York City?
Where in NYC is Bryant Park?
Which "Two and a Half Men" actor graduated from the Bronx High School...
The first example of which classic toy was sold in a Brooklyn toy...
What event caused the largest ever tickertape parade?
Which singer sang with a group named after a street in The Bronx?
Who was elected Staten Island Borough President in 1989?
Which "Friends" star was born on November 2, 1966, in Queens, New...
Brooklyn-born Carl Williams founded what urban clothing line in 1993?
What was the name of the Brooklyn club Kiss played their first public...
What Brooklyn neighborhood does Billy Joel reference in the song "You...
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