City Of Chicago Pratice Test
THIS IS A PRACTICE EXAM FOR CITY OF CHICAGO EXAM
- 1.
SEARS TOWER IS NEAREST TO?
- A.
Grand & LaSalle
- B.
Michigan & Delaware
- C.
Wacker & Jackson
- D.
Michigan & Balbo
Correct Answer
C. Wacker & JacksonExplanation
The Sears Tower, now known as the Willis Tower, is located in Chicago, Illinois. It is closest to the intersection of Wacker Drive and Jackson Boulevard.Rate this question:
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- 2.
THE MAIN POST OFFICE IS NEAREST TO?
- A.
Lassale & Randolph
- B.
Van Buren & Canal
- C.
Clark & Madison
- D.
Wells & Chicago River
Correct Answer
B. Van Buren & CanalExplanation
The main post office is nearest to Van Buren & Canal. This answer is based on the information provided in the question, which states the location of the main post office. Since Van Buren & Canal is one of the given options, it can be inferred that this is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 3.
THE STATE OF ILLINOIS BUILDING IS NEAREST TO?
- A.
Clark & Randolph
- B.
Clark & Van Buren
- C.
Dearborn & Jackson
- D.
Wacker & Michigan
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A. Clark & RandolpHExplanation
The State of Illinois Building is nearest to Clark & Randolph.Rate this question:
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- 4.
CHICAGO MERCANTILE EXCHANGE IS NEAREST TO?
- A.
Wacker & Monroe
- B.
Lassalle & Congress
- C.
Michigan & Chestnut
- D.
Monroe & Dearborn
Correct Answer
A. Wacker & MonroeExplanation
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange is nearest to Wacker & Monroe.Rate this question:
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- 5.
SUN-TIMES IS NEAREST TO?
- A.
23rd & Michigan
- B.
Fairbanks & Ohio
- C.
Jackson & Lassalle
- D.
Wabash & Chicago River
Correct Answer
D. Wabash & Chicago RiverExplanation
The correct answer is Wabash & Chicago River. This is because the Sun-Times is located closest to this intersection.Rate this question:
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- 6.
THE METROPOLITAN CORRECTIONAL CENTER IS NEAREST TO?
- A.
Van Buren & Clark
- B.
26th & California
- C.
Michigan & Pearson
- D.
11th & State
Correct Answer
A. Van Buren & ClarkExplanation
The Metropolitan Correctional Center is nearest to Van Buren & Clark.Rate this question:
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- 7.
THE FORD CITY MALL IS NEAREST TO?
- A.
56th & Cicero
- B.
56th & Harlem
- C.
56th & King Drive
- D.
76th & State
Correct Answer
A. 56th & CiceroExplanation
The Ford City Mall is nearest to the intersection of 56th and Cicero.Rate this question:
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- 8.
COUNTY JAIL IS NEAREST TO?
- A.
Van Buren & Clark
- B.
26th & California
- C.
Michigan & Pearson
- D.
11th & State
Correct Answer
B. 26th & CaliforniaExplanation
The correct answer is 26th & California. This is because the question is asking for the location of the county jail that is nearest to a specific intersection. Out of the given options, 26th & California is the only intersection mentioned, so it must be the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Equitable Building is nearest to:
- A.
Michigan & Lake St
- B.
Michigan & Chicago River
- C.
Michigan & Chestnut
- D.
Wacker & Quincy
Correct Answer
B. Michigan & Chicago RiverExplanation
The Equitable Building is nearest to Michigan & Chicago River because it is the only option that includes both Michigan and the Chicago River. The other options do not mention the Chicago River, so they are not the closest to the Equitable Building.Rate this question:
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- 10.
IBM (IBM ONE PLAZA) IS NEAREST TO:
- A.
FAIRBANKS & OHIO
- B.
MONROE & DEARBORN
- C.
WABASH & CHICAGO RIVER
- D.
WACKER & MICHIGAN
Correct Answer
C. WABASH & CHICAGO RIVERExplanation
IBM (IBM ONE PLAZA) is nearest to Wabash & Chicago River.Rate this question:
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- 11.
AON BUILDING IS NEAREST TO:
- A.
WACKER & COLUMBUS DR.
- B.
WACKER & QUINCY
- C.
RANDOLPH & STETSON/ COLUMBUS
- D.
WASHINGTON & MICHIGAN
Correct Answer
C. RANDOLpH & STETSON/ COLUMBUSExplanation
The AON Building is nearest to the intersection of Randolph & Stetson/Columbus.Rate this question:
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- 12.
MARSHALL FIELDS (MAIN) IS NEAREST TO:
- A.
OAK & MICHIGAN
- B.
JACKSON & WABASH
- C.
STATE & CONGRESS
- D.
STATE & RANDOLPH
Correct Answer
D. STATE & RANDOLpHExplanation
The correct answer is STATE & RANDOLPH because it is the closest intersection to Marshall Fields (Main).Rate this question:
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- 13.
THE MAGNIFICENT MILE IS NEAREST TO:
- A.
WACKER & MONROE
- B.
RANDOLPH & STATE
- C.
MONROE & WABASH
- D.
OAK & MICHIGAN
Correct Answer
D. OAK & MICHIGANExplanation
The Magnificent Mile is a famous shopping district in Chicago, known for its upscale retail stores, restaurants, and hotels. It is located on Michigan Avenue, making the answer "OAK & MICHIGAN" the correct choice. Wacker & Monroe, Randolph & State, and Monroe & Wabash are not in close proximity to the Magnificent Mile.Rate this question:
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- 14.
SHED AQUARIUM IS NEAREST TO:
- A.
57TH & LAKE SHORE DR.
- B.
FULLERTON & LAKE SHORE DR.
- C.
SOLIDARITY & LAKE SHORE DR
- D.
MICHIGAN & CHICAGO RIVER
Correct Answer
C. SOLIDARITY & LAKE SHORE DRExplanation
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- 15.
JOHN HANCOCK BUILDING IS NEAREST TO:
- A.
MADISON & WACKER
- B.
MICHIGAN & CHESTNUT
- C.
MICHIGAN & BALBO
- D.
WABASH & ONTARIO
Correct Answer
B. MICHIGAN & CHESTNUTExplanation
The John Hancock Building is nearest to Michigan & Chestnut.Rate this question:
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- 16.
WRIGLEY BUILDING IS CLOSEST TO:
- A.
MICHIGAN & CHICAGO RIVER
- B.
LASSALLE & JACKSON
- C.
RANDOLPH & COLUMBUS
- D.
23RD & STATE
Correct Answer
A. MICHIGAN & CHICAGO RIVERExplanation
The Wrigley Building is closest to the intersection of Michigan Avenue and the Chicago River. This can be inferred from the given options, where the other intersections mentioned are not in close proximity to the Wrigley Building.Rate this question:
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- 17.
WATER TOWER PLACE IS NEAREST TO:
- A.
MICHIGAN & PEARSON
- B.
BALBO & MICHIGAN
- C.
ORLEANS & CHICAGO RIVER
- D.
STATE & MADISON
Correct Answer
A. MICHIGAN & PEARSONExplanation
Water Tower Place is nearest to Michigan & Pearson because it is mentioned first in the list of options.Rate this question:
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- 18.
ARIE CROWN THEATER IS NEAREST TO:
- A.
23RD & LAKE SHORE DR.
- B.
55TH & HARLEM
- C.
MONROE & STATE
- D.
DIVERSEY & HALSTED
Correct Answer
A. 23RD & LAKE SHORE DR.Explanation
The Arie Crown Theater is closest to the location at 23rd & Lake Shore Dr. This can be determined by comparing the given options and identifying the one that is geographically closest to the theater.Rate this question:
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THE STREET DOWNTOWN WHICH HAS AN UPPER & LOWER LEVEL AND EXTENDED FROM HARRISON ST TO GRAND AVE?
- A.
LAKE SHORE DR.
- B.
WACKER DR.
- C.
COLUMBUS DR.
- D.
CANAL
Correct Answer
B. WACKER DR.Explanation
Wacker Drive is the correct answer because it is a street in downtown Chicago that has an upper and lower level and extends from Harrison Street to Grand Avenue. Lake Shore Drive is a different street that runs along the shoreline of Lake Michigan. Columbus Drive is another street in downtown Chicago, but it does not have an upper and lower level. Canal Street is also a different street that is not located in downtown Chicago.Rate this question:
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- 20.
WABASH AVE IN FRONT OF PALMER HOUSE IS
- A.
ONE WAY STREET
- B.
ONE WAY ST GONG NORTH
- C.
ONE WAY ST GOING EAST
- D.
ONE WAY ST GOING SOUTH
Correct Answer
D. ONE WAY ST GOING SOUTHExplanation
The correct answer is "ONE WAY ST GOING SOUTH". This means that Wabash Ave in front of Palmer House is a one-way street that allows traffic to flow only in the southbound direction.Rate this question:
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- 21.
THE RITZ CARLTON HOTEL IS NEAREST T0:
- A.
LASALLE & GRAND
- B.
ADAMS & LASALLE
- C.
MICHIGAN & ONTARIO
- D.
MICHIGAN & PEARSON
Correct Answer
D. MICHIGAN & PEARSONExplanation
The Ritz Carlton Hotel is nearest to Michigan & Pearson.Rate this question:
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WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING IS LOCATED ON MICHIGAN AVE..
- A.
TREMONT
- B.
MIDLAND
- C.
NIKKO
- D.
HOTEL INTER-CONTINENTAL
Correct Answer
D. HOTEL INTER-CONTINENTALExplanation
The correct answer is HOTEL INTER-CONTINENTAL. This answer is located on Michigan Ave.Rate this question:
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- 23.
HYATT REGENCY CHICAGO IS LOCATED AT?
- A.
MICHIGAN & BALBO
- B.
CHICAGO & MICHIGAN
- C.
WACKER & STETSON
- D.
O'HARE AIRPORT
Correct Answer
C. WACKER & STETSONExplanation
The correct answer is WACKER & STETSON. This is the location of the Hyatt Regency Chicago.Rate this question:
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- 24.
THE SUMMERFIELD/BERKELEY HOTEL IS CLOSEST TO:
- A.
SUPERIOR & MICHIGAN
- B.
GOETHE & STATE
- C.
HURON & MICHIGAN
- D.
WALTON & MICHIGAN
Correct Answer
A. SUPERIOR & MICHIGANExplanation
The Summerfield/Berkeley Hotel is closest to the intersection of Superior and Michigan.Rate this question:
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FAIRMONT HOTEL IS CLOSEST TO:
- A.
DEARBORN & KINZIE
- B.
MICHIGAN & BALBO
- C.
DELAWARE & MICHIGAN
- D.
COLUMBUS DR. & RANDOLPH
Correct Answer
D. COLUMBUS DR. & RANDOLpHExplanation
The Fairmont Hotel is closest to Columbus Dr. & Randolph.Rate this question:
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- 26.
SWISS HOTELIS LOCATED AT?
- A.
LASALLE & ADAMS
- B.
WACKER & LAKE SHORE DR.
- C.
DELAWARE & MICHIGAN
- D.
ONTARIO & LAKE SHORE DR.
Correct Answer
B. WACKER & LAKE SHORE DR.Explanation
Swiss Hotel is located at Wacker & Lake Shore Dr. This answer is derived from the given options, where each option represents a different location. Out of all the options, Wacker & Lake Shore Dr. is the only one that matches the location of the Swiss Hotel.Rate this question:
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- 27.
THE ALLEGRO HOTEL IS LOCATED AT?
- A.
MICHIGAN & WACKER
- B.
LAKE SHORE DR. & ONTARIO
- C.
RANDOLPH & LASALLE
- D.
BALBO & MICHIGAN
Correct Answer
C. RANDOLpH & LASALLEExplanation
The correct answer is RANDOLPH & LASALLE. This answer is correct because it accurately identifies the location of the Allegro Hotel. The intersection of Randolph Street and LaSalle Street is where the hotel is situated.Rate this question:
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- 28.
THE CHICAGO HILTON & TOWERS IS LOCATED AT?
- A.
MONROE & STATE
- B.
BALBO & MICHIGAN
- C.
WACKER & WABASH
- D.
CHICAGO & MICHIGAN
Correct Answer
B. BALBO & MICHIGANExplanation
The Chicago Hilton & Towers is located at Balbo & Michigan.Rate this question:
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- 29.
THE AMBASSADOR EAST/WEST HOTELS ARE CLOSEST TO?
- A.
MICHIGAN & HARRISON
- B.
DIVISION & STATE
- C.
ORLEANS & KINZIE
- D.
WALTON & MICHIGAN
Correct Answer
B. DIVISION & STATEExplanation
The Ambassador East/West Hotels are closest to Division & State.Rate this question:
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THE HOLIDAY INN-CITY CENTER IS CLOSEST TO:
- A.
OHIO & FAIRBANKS
- B.
LAKE SHORE DR & ONTARIO
- C.
CHESTNUT& MICHIGAN
- D.
DEARBORN & CHICAGO RIVER
Correct Answer
A. OHIO & FAIRBANKSExplanation
The Holiday Inn-City Center is closest to the intersection of Ohio & Fairbanks.Rate this question:
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- 31.
THE KNICKERBOCKER HOTEL IS CLOSEST TO:
- A.
ONTARIO & RUSH
- B.
WALTON & MICHIGAN
- C.
CONGRESS & MICHIGAN
- D.
DEARBORN & CHICAGO RIVER
Correct Answer
B. WALTON & MICHIGANExplanation
The Knickerbocker Hotel is closest to the intersection of Walton and Michigan.Rate this question:
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THE "W" MIDLAND HOTEL IS CLOSEST TO:
- A.
BALBO & MICHIGAN
- B.
ADAMS & LASSALLE
- C.
DIVISION & STATE
- D.
WABASH & MONROE
Correct Answer
B. ADAMS & LASSALLEExplanation
The correct answer is ADAMS & LASSALLE.Rate this question:
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- 33.
THE HYATT ON PRINTERS ROW IS CLOSEST TO:
- A.
STATE & DIVISION
- B.
MICHIGAN & WACKER
- C.
MICHIGAN & BALBO
- D.
DEARBORN & CONGRESS
Correct Answer
D. DEARBORN & CONGRESSExplanation
The Hyatt on Printers Row is closest to Dearborn & Congress.Rate this question:
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- 34.
THE PALMER HOUSE HOTEL IS CLOSER TO:
- A.
FAIRBANKS & OHIO
- B.
CONGRESS & MICHIGAN
- C.
MICHIGAN & WACKER
- D.
WABASH & MONROE
Correct Answer
D. WABASH & MONROEExplanation
The Palmer House Hotel is closer to Wabash & Monroe. This can be inferred from the given options and their respective locations. While the other options are not mentioned in relation to the hotel, Wabash & Monroe is specifically stated as being closer.Rate this question:
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THE WESTIN HOTEL IS CLOSEST TO:
- A.
RANDOLPH & COLUMBUS
- B.
DELAWARE & MICHIGAN
- C.
FAIRBANKS & OHIO
- D.
KINZIE & ORLEANS
Correct Answer
B. DELAWARE & MICHIGANExplanation
The Westin Hotel is closest to Delaware & Michigan. This can be inferred from the given options where the other intersections mentioned (Randolph & Columbus, Fairbanks & Ohio, Kinzie & Orleans) are not the correct answer. Therefore, the correct answer is Delaware & Michigan.Rate this question:
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HOLIDAY INN MART PLAZA HOTEL IS CLOSEST TO:
- A.
ORLEANS & KINZIE
- B.
CHICAGO & MICHIGAN
- C.
WACKER & MICHIGAN
- D.
FAIRBANKS & OHIO
Correct Answer
A. ORLEANS & KINZIEExplanation
The correct answer is ORLEANS & KINZIE. This is because the question asks which location is closest to the Holiday Inn Mart Plaza Hotel. Therefore, we can assume that the Holiday Inn Mart Plaza Hotel is located near ORLEANS & KINZIE.Rate this question:
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- 37.
EXECUTIVE PLAZA (HOTEL 71) AND CLARION HOTEL IS LOCATED AT:
- A.
LASALLE & GRAND
- B.
MICHIGAN & PEARSON
- C.
WACKER & WABASH
- D.
LAKE SHORE DR & GRAND
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C. WACKER & WABASHExplanation
The correct answer is WACKER & WABASH. This is the location where the Executive Plaza (Hotel 71) and Clarion Hotel are situated.Rate this question:
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- 38.
BLACKSTONE HOTEL IS NEAREST TO:
- A.
RUSH & ONTARIO
- B.
MICHIGAN & BALBO
- C.
MICHIGAN & MONROE
- D.
WACKER & WABASH
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B. MICHIGAN & BALBOExplanation
The Blackstone Hotel is nearest to the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Balbo Avenue.Rate this question:
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- 39.
CHICAGO MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN IS CLOSEST TO?
- A.
MICHIGAN & ONTARIO
- B.
ORLEANS & KINZIE
- C.
CONGRESS & DEARBORN
- D.
MICHIGAN & CHICAGO AVE
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A. MICHIGAN & ONTARIOExplanation
The Chicago Marriott Downtown is closest to Michigan & Ontario.Rate this question:
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- 40.
HILTON OAK LAWN IS LOCATED AT?
- A.
ORLEANS & KINZIE
- B.
CICERO & 94TH
- C.
LAKE SHORE DR & ONTARIO
- D.
HURON & MICHIGAN
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ALLERTON HOTEL IS CLOSEST TO:
- A.
GOETHE & STATE
- B.
BALBO & MICHIGAN
- C.
WACKER & MICHIGAN
- D.
MICHIGAN & HURON
Correct Answer
D. MICHIGAN & HURONExplanation
The Allerton Hotel is closest to Michigan & Huron.Rate this question:
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- 42.
HOTEL WESTIN RIVER NORTH IS LOCATED AT?
- A.
HURON & MICHIGAN
- B.
DEARBORN & CHICAGO RIVER
- C.
WALTON & MICHIGAN
- D.
OHIO & MICHIGAN
Correct Answer
B. DEARBORN & CHICAGO RIVERExplanation
The correct answer is DEARBORN & CHICAGO RIVER. This is the location of Hotel Westin River North.Rate this question:
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THE BEST WESTERN HOTEL IS LOCATED AT?
- A.
CHICAGO AVE & MICHIGAN
- B.
WACKER & WABASH
- C.
MONROE & STATE
- D.
OHIO & MICHIGAN
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CONGRESS PLAZA HOTEL IS CLOSEST TO?
- A.
WACKER DR & MICHIGAN
- B.
23RD & LAKE SHORE DR
- C.
MICHIGAN & CONGRESS
- D.
MICHIGAN & BALBO
Correct Answer
C. MICHIGAN & CONGRESSExplanation
The Congress Plaza Hotel is closest to the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Congress Parkway.Rate this question:
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THE PARK HYATT HOTEL IS LOCATED AT?
- A.
O'HARE AIRPORT
- B.
MICHIGAN & CHICAGO AVE
- C.
LINCOLN PARK WEST & FULLERTON
- D.
MICHIGAN & RIVER
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B. MICHIGAN & CHICAGO AVEExplanation
The correct answer is MICHIGAN & CHICAGO AVE. This is likely the correct answer because it is the only option that mentions a specific intersection where the Park Hyatt Hotel is located. The other options do not provide a specific location, such as an airport or a park. Therefore, MICHIGAN & CHICAGO AVE is the most plausible answer.Rate this question:
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- 46.
DRAKE HOTEL IS LOCATED AT?
- A.
MICHIGAN & BALBO
- B.
MICHIGAN & WALTON
- C.
RANDOLPH & WELLS
- D.
O'HARE AIRPORT
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B. MICHIGAN & WALTONExplanation
The Drake Hotel is located at the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Walton Place.Rate this question:
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- 47.
NORTHWESTERN HOSPITAL IS NEAREST TO?
- A.
CHICAGO & CLARK AVE
- B.
IRVING PARK & LAKE SHORE DR.
- C.
SUPERIOR & FAIRBANKS
- D.
HARRISON & ASHLAND
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C. SUPERIOR & FAIRBANKSExplanation
The correct answer is SUPERIOR & FAIRBANKS because Northwestern Hospital is located closest to this intersection.Rate this question:
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- 48.
LORETTA HOSPITAL IS NEAREST TO?
- A.
15TH & CALIFORNIA
- B.
LAWRENCE & MARINE DRIVE
- C.
HARRISON & CENTRAL
- D.
ASHLAND & TAYLOR
Correct Answer
C. HARRISON & CENTRALExplanation
Loretta Hospital is nearest to Harrison & Central because it is the only option that mentions the hospital's name. The other options do not provide any information about the hospital's location.Rate this question:
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- 49.
MICHAEL REESE HOSPITAL IS NEAREST TO?
- A.
26TH & MICHIGAN
- B.
69TH & CALIFORNIA
- C.
59TH & COTTAGE GROVE
- D.
29TH & KING DRIVE
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D. 29TH & KING DRIVEExplanation
The Michael Reese Hospital is nearest to the intersection of 29th & King Drive.Rate this question:
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- 50.
CHICAGO OSTEOPATHIC HOSPITAL IS NEAREST TO?
- A.
68TH & CALIFORNIA
- B.
BELMONT & PULASKI
- C.
58TH & STONY ISLAND
- D.
52ND & ELLIS
Correct Answer
D. 52ND & ELLISExplanation
The correct answer is 52ND & ELLIS. This means that the Chicago Osteopathic Hospital is closest to the intersection of 52nd Street and Ellis Avenue.Rate this question:
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