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Discover some of the strangest and most interesting facts about New York City in this fun and quirky quiz.
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48 random squares
Which building has its own zip code?
Empire State Building
Chrysler Building
One World Trade Center
Statue of Liberty
52% got this right
The Empire State Building has its own zip code, 10118.
2
What was Central Park's original purpose?
Reservoir
Military training ground
Public park
Royal garden
28% got this right
Central Park was originally designed as a reservoir for New York City's water supply.
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48 random squares
What was the first pizzeria in the United States?
Lombardi's
Di Fara
Grimaldi's
Ray's Pizza
49% got this right
Lombardi's, opened in 1905, is the first pizzeria in the United States.
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48 random squares
Which animal is illegal to keep as a pet in NYC?
Ferret
Opossum
Raccoon
Squirrel
22% got this right
Keeping ferrets as pets is illegal in New York City since 1999.
5
What was the original name of New York City?
New Amsterdam
New England
New London
New Plymouth
45% got this right
New York City was originally called New Amsterdam when it was a Dutch settlement.
6
Which famous toy store had a giant piano in NYC?
FAO Schwarz
Hamleys
Lego Store
Toys R Us
36% got this right
FAO Schwarz in NYC had a giant piano that visitors could play with their feet.
7
What is the nickname of NYC's public library lions?
Patience and Fortitude
Pride and Joy
Strength and Courage
Wisdom and Knowledge
15% got this right
The lions at the NYC Public Library are nicknamed Patience and Fortitude.
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48 random squares
Which NYC subway station has a whispering gallery?
Grand Central Terminal
Penn Station
Times Square
Union Square
40% got this right
Grand Central Terminal has a whispering gallery where whispers can be heard across the room.