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This is a quiz to see how well you know the City of Toronto in Ontario. If you don't know an answer, you will soon learn it. This quiz deals with the basic geography of Toronto, places in Toronto, government, and other facts as well. This quiz shouldn't be too difficult if you know Toronto fairly well. PS. If a fill-in-the-blanks question comes up, for example, and in that question there are 5 answers, and it says 7 words are in the answer, that means one answer might have two or more words, so be careful of that, and do Read morenot use commas - just spaces to seperate each answer from another when you type the answer in. Enjoy Torontonians!
Questions and Answers
1.
What is the proper name of the freeway running through central Toronto, often called Highway 401?
A.
Gardiner Expressway
B.
Toll Highway 401
C.
York Central Thoroughfare
D.
Macdonald-Cartier Freeway
E.
North Toronto Expressway
Correct Answer
D. Macdonald-Cartier Freeway
Explanation The proper name of the freeway running through central Toronto, often called Highway 401, is Macdonald-Cartier Freeway.
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2.
What does DVP stand for in Toronto?
A.
Dale Vincent Park
B.
Don Valley Parkway
C.
David Victor Port
Correct Answer
B. Don Valley Parkway
Explanation DVP stands for Don Valley Parkway in Toronto. The Don Valley Parkway is a major expressway that runs through the city, connecting the downtown core with the northern suburbs. It is an important transportation route in the city and is commonly referred to as the DVP by locals. The other options, Dale Vincent Park and David Victor Port, do not have any relevance or connection to Toronto or the abbreviation DVP.
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3.
David _________ is the current mayor of Toronto
Correct Answer Miller
Explanation The given correct answer, "Miller," suggests that David Miller is the current mayor of Toronto.
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4.
Name the two streets/avenues that intersect, to form the busiest and most major intersection in Toronto, located in the downtown core, excluding an intersection of freeways, expressways, or highways.
A.
Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue
B.
Lawrence Avenue and Keele Street
C.
Bathurst Street and Bloor Street
D.
Yonge Steet and Bloor Street
E.
Eglinton Avenue and York Street
Correct Answer
D. Yonge Steet and Bloor Street
Explanation Yonge Street and Bloor Street intersect to form the busiest and most major intersection in Toronto's downtown core. This intersection is well-known for its high pedestrian and vehicular traffic, as well as its proximity to popular shopping destinations and landmarks.
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5.
What are the tallest three buildings that make up the Financial Square in the heart of downtown Toronto?
A.
CN Tower, First Canadian Place, Scotia Plaza
B.
First Canadian Place, Scotia Plaza, TD Canada Trust Tower
C.
Scotia Plaza, TD Canada Trust Tower, Commerce Court West
Correct Answer
B. First Canadian Place, Scotia Plaza, TD Canada Trust Tower
Explanation The correct answer is First Canadian Place, Scotia Plaza, TD Canada Trust Tower. These three buildings are the tallest buildings in the Financial Square in downtown Toronto. The CN Tower is not part of the Financial Square, so it is not included in the answer. Commerce Court West is also not part of the Financial Square, so it is not included in the answer either.
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6.
The five main districts that make up the City of Toronto, excluding the Toronto district itself, are:
Correct Answer York
Scarborough
East York
North York
Etobicoke
Explanation The five main districts that make up the City of Toronto, excluding the Toronto district itself, are York, Scarborough, East York, North York, and Etobicoke.
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7.
Name two natural geographical features of Toronto:
Correct Answer Scarborough Bluffs
Etobicoke Ravine System
Don Valley
Explanation The correct answer includes two natural geographical features of Toronto: Scarborough Bluffs and Etobicoke Ravine System. Scarborough Bluffs are a series of cliffs along the shoreline of Lake Ontario, known for their unique geological formations and scenic views. The Etobicoke Ravine System is a network of ravines and valleys that run through the western part of the city, providing green spaces and natural habitats for wildlife. Don Valley is also mentioned, which is a large ravine and river system that cuts through the heart of Toronto, offering recreational opportunities and natural beauty.
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8.
About how many people populate the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), including the cities of Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, Pickering, and Toronto itself?
A.
3,500,000
B.
4,200,000
C.
5,600,000
Correct Answer
C. 5,600,000
Explanation The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) includes several cities such as Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, Pickering, and Toronto itself. The question asks about the population of the GTA. The correct answer is 5,600,000, which suggests that this is the approximate number of people living in the GTA, considering all the mentioned cities.
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9.
What are the three main areas of the Toronto Islands, categorized by largest land area?
Correct Answer Centre Island
Ward Island
Hanlan Point
Explanation The three main areas of the Toronto Islands, categorized by largest land area, are Centre Island, Ward Island, and Hanlan Point.
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10.
The famous Union Station is located near the harbourfront of downtown Toronto - but what method of transportation does Union Station have travelling through from the early morning of one day to the early wee hours of the next?
A.
Subway
B.
TTC Buses
C.
Street Cars
D.
Passenger Trains
E.
Taxi cabs
Correct Answer
A. Subway
Explanation Union Station in downtown Toronto has a subway system for transportation. The subway operates from the early morning of one day to the early wee hours of the next, providing a convenient and efficient mode of travel for commuters and visitors in the city.
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