The Isle of Staten

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1. What nickname is often used to describe Staten Island? The Small Borough The Borough of Churches The Borough of Parks The Forgotten Borough

2. Nearly 40,000 runners race in the New York City marathon. Where is the starting line? Central Park The Verrazano Narrows Bridge George Washington Bridge Herald Square

3. Staten Island has the highest point on the east coast of the United States south of Maine. What is it called? Fresh Kills Landfill Todt Hill Clove Lakes Park Moses Mountain

4. The largest living thing in Staten Island is over 107 feet tall and over 300 years old. What is it? A pine tree overlooking the Kill Van Kull The tree at the ninth hole at Silver Lake Golf Course Jumbo the Elephant at the Staten Island Zoo A tulip tree in Clove Lake Park

5. Which Staten Island College, known for its drama and theater department and its beautiful view of New York Harbor, was once home to the Vanderbilt and Cunard estates? St. John's University College of Staten Island Staten Island Academy Wagner College

6. Which bridge connects Staten Island and Brooklyn? The Verrazano Narrows Bridge The Goethals Bridge The Brooklyn Bridge The Outerbridge Crossing

7. The most southern bridge in New York State is the Outerbridge Crossing. How did it get this name? It was named after Mr. Outerbridge. The Goethals is the "Inner Bridge". This is the "Outer Bridge". Because of its remote location on Staten Island. Because once you cross, it you are out of Staten Island.

8. Built in 1680, what Staten Island landmark was the site of a 1776 peace conference between the Commander of British Forces and representatives of the Continental Congress? The Conference House The Van Duzer Mansion The Lake House Richmondtown

9. Besides being one of the five boroughs of New York City, Staten Island is also one of the five counties. What is its official county name? Kings County Richmond County New York County Staten County

10. The Staten Island Ferry is one is the most popular tourist attractions in New York City. How many passengers travel on those big orange boats on an average weekday? 50,000 passengers a day 15,000 passengers a day Over 60,000 passengers a day 30,000 passengers a day