Big Apple Odyssey: Test Your Knowledge of New York’s Hidden Gems!

Which New York City neighborhood is known as the birthplace of hip-hop?

Harlem

Williamsburg

Greenwich Village

The Bronx

The Bronx is known as the birthplace of hip-hop. This cultural movement began in the 1970s in the neighborhoods of this borough.

What year did New York City host the World’s Fair, showcasing the Unisphere?

1939

1964

1950

1976

New York City hosted the World’s Fair in 1964, which showcased the Unisphere, a symbol of global interdependence located in Queens.

What was the original purpose of the New York City’s High Line?

Railroad track

Public park

Highway

Trade route

Originally a railroad track, the High Line was designed to lift dangerous freight trains off Manhattan’s streets. It has since been repurposed into a public park.

In what year was the New York City subway system first opened?

1875

1904

1911

1927

The New York City subway system officially opened on October 27, 1904. It was one of the world’s first underground transportation systems.

Who was the first woman to run for Mayor of New York City?

Shirley Chisholm

Bella Abzug

Diane Savino

Ruth Messinger

Bella Abzug, a U.S. Representative and a leader in the Women’s Movement, was the first woman to run for Mayor of New York City in 1977, known for her advocacy on behalf of women’s rights and the environment.

Which New York City building was the tallest in the world upon its completion in 1931?

The Chrysler Building

The Empire State Building

One World Trade Center

30 Rockefeller Plaza

The Empire State Building was the tallest building in the world when it was completed in 1931, a title it held until the completion of the World Trade Center in the early 1970s.

What is the highest natural point in New York City?

Todd Hill

Battle Hill

Chimney Tops

Todt Hill

Todt Hill on Staten Island is the highest natural point in New York City, rising approximately 409 feet above sea level. It offers views that extend far beyond the city.

Which tunnel connects New Jersey to Manhattan?

Holland Tunnel

Lincoln Tunnel

Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel

Queens Midtown Tunnel

The Holland Tunnel was the first vehicular tunnel to connect New Jersey with Manhattan, opening in 1927 and marking a significant engineering achievement.

Which famous park in New York City was the first landscaped public park in the United States?

Prospect Park

Central Park

Bryant Park

Flushing Meadows Park

Central Park, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, was the first landscaped public park in the United States, opening in 1858.

Which New York City landmark was once the world’s tallest building for a month before being surpassed by the Chrysler Building?

40 Wall Street

Empire State Building

One World Trade Center

30 Rockefeller Plaza

40 Wall Street, also known as the Trump Building, was briefly the world’s tallest building in 1930 before being surpassed by the Chrysler Building due to a secretly constructed spire.

In which New York City borough is Yankee Stadium located?

Manhattan

Brooklyn

Queens

The Bronx

Yankee Stadium, home of the New York Yankees baseball team, is located in The Bronx.

Which of the following bridges does NOT connect Manhattan to Brooklyn?

Williamsburg Bridge

Brooklyn Bridge

Manhattan Bridge

George Washington Bridge

The George Washington Bridge connects Manhattan to New Jersey across the Hudson River, not Brooklyn.

What was the original name of New York City?

New Amsterdam

New England

New York

New Holland

Before being renamed New York in 1664, the city was called New Amsterdam, reflecting its origins as a Dutch colonial settlement.

What is the name of New York City’s largest museum?

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Museum of Modern Art

The Guggenheim Museum

The Whitney Museum of American Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is the largest museum in New York City in terms of space and collection size, with a permanent collection containing over two million works.

What is the main venue for New York Fashion Week?

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bryant Park

Spring Studios

Madison Square Garden

Spring Studios serves as the main venue for New York Fashion Week, hosting a series of fashion shows and events that attract designers and models from around the world.

Which NYC landmark is the main building of the New York Public Library system?

The Morgan Library & Museum

The Schwarzman Building

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

The Science, Industry and Business Library

The Schwarzman Building, located on Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street, is the flagship building of the New York Public Library system, known for its majestic lion statues named Patience and Fortitude.

Which borough is the largest in size in New York City?

Brooklyn

Manhattan

Queens

The Bronx

Queens covers an area of about 109 square miles, making it the largest borough in New York City in terms of area. It is known for its ethnic diversity.

What is the oldest building in Manhattan?

Fraunces Tavern

St. Paul’s Chapel

The Morris-Jumel Mansion

Federal Hall

The Morris-Jumel Mansion, built in 1765, is the oldest house in Manhattan. It served as a headquarters for both sides in the American Revolution.

What is the name of the island on which the Statue of Liberty stands?

Liberty Island

Ellis Island

Governors Island

Staten Island

The Statue of Liberty is located on Liberty Island, which is federally owned and located in the Upper New York Bay. Ellis Island is nearby but is distinct and known for its role in immigration.

Which NYC event is the largest marathon in the world?

New York City Marathon

Brooklyn Half Marathon

Queens 10K

Staten Island Half

The New York City Marathon is the largest marathon in the world, with over 50,000 runners participating annually. It courses through all five boroughs of the city.