Listening 6 – New York
Instructions:
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- Listen to the audio and take notes if necessary.
- Answer as many questions as you can, and check your answers in real-time.
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Audio and Transcript
New York
Audio Transcript: New York
Today we will discuss a well-known city, New York!
Often known as New York City, The Big Apple, and The City That Never Sleeps, it is the largest and most populous city in the United States, with a population of around 8.5 million people.
The city was the capital of the United States from 1785 to 1790 and has remained the largest city in the United States since that time.
New York is well-known for its cultural variety and fast-paced lifestyle. The city is commonly referred to as the Five Boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island, each with its distinct personality. Each borough is coextensive with a different county in New York State, making New York City one of the few municipalities in the United States with many counties.
Manhattan is the borough with the smallest geographical area and the highest population density. It is called locally as “The City” since it is home to Central Park and the majority of the city’s skyscrapers. By the way, about 22% of New York City’s land is used for public parks.
The Statue of Liberty is also located in New York, it is a symbol of the U.S. and its ideals of liberty and peace.
Every year, millions of people visit New York City, which is a global hub for commerce, finance, art, and entertainment. It is famous for its iconic monuments, world-class museums, Broadway theaters, and diversified culinary scene, making it one of the world’s most fascinating and dynamic cities.
A fun fact is that the first pizza place in America opened in New York City, and the city is said to have around 1,600 pizzerias.
Questions
Vocabulary Quiz + Pronunciation
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