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CNY History Quiz

CNY History Quiz

Question 1 of 10

1

In what year did the Hotel Syracuse open?

Select one of the following:

  • 1924

  • 1919

  • 1926

  • 1915

Explanation

Question 2 of 10

1

When did Syracuse adopt its name?

Select one of the following:

  • 1842

  • 1856

  • 1825

  • 1890

Explanation

Question 3 of 10

1

Which Syracuse native is known for being the area's first aviator?

Select one of the following:

  • John Silsbee

  • Herman Ecker

  • Edward Noyes Westcott

  • John Berendt

Explanation

Question 4 of 10

1

When was Syracuse University Founded?

Select one of the following:

  • 1881

  • 1891

  • 1875

  • 1870

Explanation

Question 5 of 10

1

Syracuse earned the nickname "Salt City" because of its salt mines.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 6 of 10

1

What was the fictional name of Syracuse's hockey team in the movie "Slap Shot?"

Select one of the following:

  • Syracuse Blazers

  • Syracuse Bulldogs

  • Syracuse Braves

  • Syracuse Stars

Explanation

Question 7 of 10

1

The very first New York State Fair was held in Syracuse in what year?

Select one of the following:

  • 1841

  • 1890

  • 1899

  • 1856

Explanation

Question 8 of 10

1

Which three objects were invented in Syracuse?

Select one of the following:

  • The Telephone, The Sewing Machine, Cellophane

  • The Cash Register, The Steam Engine, Contact Lenses

  • Crayons, The Revolving Door, The Juke Box

  • Serrated Bread Knife, The Dentist Chair, The Brannock Device

Explanation

Question 9 of 10

1

Syracuse’s E. C. Stearns & Company's bicycles were known as...

Select one of the following:

  • "Dark Horse"

  • "Yellow Fellows"

  • "Spitfire"

  • "Train Burners"

Explanation

Question 10 of 10

1

Syracuse China was originally founded as...

Select one of the following:

  • Syracuse Pottery

  • Onondaga Earthenware

  • Onondaga Pottery Company

  • Syracuse Stoneware

Explanation

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