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New York City Landmarks Trivia Quiz

Try to identify these famous landmarks of New York City.

A multiple-choice quiz by readesmom. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
readesmom

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
272,765

Updated
Dec 22 23

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
8 / 10

Plays
2929

Awards
Top 35% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. Which is the New York skyscraper known for its ornate art deco spire? Hint

Museum of Natural History

The Empire State Building

The Chrysler Building

Statue of Liberty

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Question 2 of 10

2. Opened in 1899, and home to exhibits including World of Darkness, Wild Asia and the Congo Gorilla Forest, which New York zoo is recognized as one of the world's most famous zoos? Hint

The New York Animal Park

The Bronx Zoo

Central Park Zoo

The Brooklyn Zoo

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Question 3 of 10

3. This lady shines her light in New York harbor. What is her name? Hint

New York Harbor Lighthouse

Statue of Liberty

The Waving Girl Statue

The Statue of Freedom

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Question 4 of 10

4. At 102 stories, this New York skyscraper is named after the state's nickname and was named one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. What is its name? Hint

The Empire State Building

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Chrysler Building

The Met Life Building

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which New York City bridge has been featured in many movies and television shows, and with a center span of 4,260 feet is the longest suspension bridge in the United States? Hint

Manhattan Bridge

George Washington Bridge

Verrazano Narrows Bridge

Triborough Bridge

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Question 6 of 10

6. Which tunnel connects Brooklyn with lower Manhattan and is the longest continuous underwater tunnel in the United States? Hint

Verrazano Tunnel

Lincoln Tunnel

Brooklyn Battery Tunnel

Holland Tunnel

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which Brooklyn landmark is home to the Wonder Wheel, the Cyclone and the Parachute Jump as well as a world famous hot dog eating contest? Hint

Yonkers Raceway

City Island

Coney Island

Rockaway Playland

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Question 8 of 10

8. I am home to the New York Yankees baseball team, and my nickname is "The House that Ruth Built". What is my name? Hint

Bronx Stadium

Shea Stadium

Yankee Stadium

Ebbets Field

9. These orange boats ferry over 20 million people a year, 70,000 passengers a day, on a 25-minute ride across New York Harbor. Which New York landmark is a favorite with tourists visiting the city? Hint

Staten Island Ferry

New York Port Authority Boat

New York Harbor Ferry

New York Water Taxi

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which landmark was the entry point for millions of immigrants coming to the United States from all over the world? Hint

Ellis Island

Department of Immigration

Statue of Liberty

Golden Arches

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Which is the New York skyscraper known for its ornate art deco spire?

Answer: The Chrysler Building

The fish scale spire of the Chrysler Building is recognizable night and day in the New York skyline.

2. Opened in 1899, and home to exhibits including World of Darkness, Wild Asia and the Congo Gorilla Forest, which New York zoo is recognized as one of the world's most famous zoos?

Answer: The Bronx Zoo

When first opened, the Bronx Zoo had only 843 animals. Today (as of 2007) it is home to over 4000.

3. This lady shines her light in New York harbor. What is her name?

Answer: Statue of Liberty

The Statue of Liberty was given to the United States as a gift from the people of France on Ocrtober 28, 1886. It was restored for its centennial celebration on July 4, 1986, funded from private donations.

4. At 102 stories, this New York skyscraper is named after the state's nickname and was named one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. What is its name?

Answer: The Empire State Building

When first constructed, the Empire State Building was the tallest building in the United States. It was overshadowed by the Twin Towers, but after 9/11 it became once again the tallest building in New York City.

5. Which New York City bridge has been featured in many movies and television shows, and with a center span of 4,260 feet is the longest suspension bridge in the United States?

Answer: Verrazano Narrows Bridge

The Verrazano Narrows Bridge connects the boroughs of Staten Island and Brookyn. All ships entering New York Harbor must pass under it. When opened in 1964, the toll for passenger cars was fifty cents; it is now (as of 2007) $9.00.

6. Which tunnel connects Brooklyn with lower Manhattan and is the longest continuous underwater tunnel in the United States?

Answer: Brooklyn Battery Tunnel

Completed in 1950, the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel took ten years to complete, and is 9,117 feet long. Construction was halted for some time due to World War II.

7. Which Brooklyn landmark is home to the Wonder Wheel, the Cyclone and the Parachute Jump as well as a world famous hot dog eating contest?

Answer: Coney Island

The Parachute Jump has been declared a United States landmark. Once part of Steeplechase Park, which has since closed, it is a recognisable fixture in the Brooklyn skyline.

8. I am home to the New York Yankees baseball team, and my nickname is "The House that Ruth Built". What is my name?

Answer: Yankee Stadium

The New York Yankees are called The Bronx Bombers because Yankee Stadium is in the borough of the Bronx.

Answer: Staten Island Ferry

The Staten Island Ferry currently has a six-boat fleet and operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The 25-minute trip between Staten Island and Manhattan is free and hosts hundreds of thousands of tourists each year.

10. Which landmark was the entry point for millions of immigrants coming to the United States from all over the world?

Answer: Ellis Island

Forty percent of Americans can trace their ancestors through its gates. Ellis Island is now home to the National Immigration Center. Its computers can trace the journeys of millions of immigrants arriving at our shores.

Source: Author readesmom

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