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Rockefeller Center Trivia Quiz

Let's see if you know this popular spot in Midtown Manhattan.

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

Author
joopie

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
86,313

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
471

One at a Time - Single Page - Timed Game

Question 1 of 10

1. How many acres are home to the 19 commercial buildings in this Midtown Manhattan center? Hint

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Question 2 of 10

2. In what year did multi-millionaire, John D. Rockefeller, lease this space from Columbia University? Hint

1938

1918

1958

1928

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Question 3 of 10

3. Is 30 Rockefeller Plaza the largest & first built building in this center?

Yes

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Question 4 of 10

4. What color is the famous statue "Prometheus", which watches over the lower level of the Plaza? Hint

silver

gold

pewter

bronze

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Question 5 of 10

5. What flags are flying around the large plaza which houses outdoor restaurants in the summer and the famous ice rink in the winter? Hint

Flags of 5 NY Boros

Flags of the 50 States

Flags of all Nations

Flag of US & NY

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Question 6 of 10

6. On which television network might you be part of the program, if you stand outside its building located in the Plaza? Hint

NBC

CBS

ABC

FOX

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Question 7 of 10

7. Are there really 488 elevators in "Rockefeller Center"?

Yes

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Question 8 of 10

8. What floor is the glamourous dining and dancing, "Rainbow Room" located on? Hint

32nd

70th

65th

54th

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Question 9 of 10

9. At Radio City Music Hall you can see the famous "_____________" high-stepping their hearts out, every Christmas.

Answer: (one word only)

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Question 10 of 10

10. What year did the first traditional "Christmas Tree" make its debut between 49th & 50th streets? Hint

1953

1943

1933

1923

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. How many acres are home to the 19 commercial buildings in this Midtown Manhattan center?

Answer: 11

Rockefeller Center spans from 49th Street to 52nd Street.

2. In what year did multi-millionaire, John D. Rockefeller, lease this space from Columbia University?

Answer: 1928

Originally this space housed apartment buildings & theatres. Mr. Rockefeller added some large commercial buildings & a new Metropolitan Opera House.

3. Is 30 Rockefeller Plaza the largest & first built building in this center?

Answer: Yes

This 70 story building was completed in 1934 & originally became home to RCA Headquarters. It is also known as the RCA Building.

4. What color is the famous statue "Prometheus", which watches over the lower level of the Plaza?

Answer: gold

This statue was built in 1934 by Paul Manship.

5. What flags are flying around the large plaza which houses outdoor restaurants in the summer and the famous ice rink in the winter?

Answer: Flags of all Nations

It's exciting to see all the flags flapping, in the cold NY breeze, in the winter.

6. On which television network might you be part of the program, if you stand outside its building located in the Plaza?

Answer: NBC

If you get there early enough you might just be spotted on the "Today Show". Or you might be lucky enough to see one of the concerts performed outside the studio.

7. Are there really 488 elevators in "Rockefeller Center"?

Answer: Yes

Now you cannot have the excuse that you were late to work because the elevators weren't working!

8. What floor is the glamourous dining and dancing, "Rainbow Room" located on?

Answer: 65th

This fabulous restaurant is only open certain days of the year. So if you ever get romantic & want to have a wonderful dining experience, while looking at the lights of NYC, call ahead. The "Rainbow Grill" located next door is open year round & you have the same beautiful views. ( & I am sure a lot cheaper too!)

9. At Radio City Music Hall you can see the famous "_____________" high-stepping their hearts out, every Christmas.

Answer: Rockettes

In 1932, "Radio City" was originally a movie palace. Now it is a 6,000 seat historical concert hall. It is home to award shows & the popular "Christmas Spectacular" every year during the winter months.

10. What year did the first traditional "Christmas Tree" make its debut between 49th & 50th streets?

Answer: 1933

As you look down the center of the plaza, you see the beautiful "Horn Blowing Angels", the flags blowing in the cold breeze, (which smells like roasted chestnuts & burnt pretzels) and see the huge tree, lit with 78,000 Christmas lights. It's a wonderful sight!

Source: Author joopie

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