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About This Quiz
It takes a certain kind of person to be a New Yorker. While some of us could fit in there seamlessly, others would be a fish out of water. Find out how New York you are by taking our quiz!
How do you get to work?
I take the Subway.
I usually walk,.
I drive a few miles on country roads.
I take the Freeway.
How often do you use a car?
Never. Why would I need a car?
I almost always use public transportation, but I use a car from time to time.
All the time, except I have a truck, not a car.
I use my car every day.
What do you do if a stranger asks you for your spare change?
Ignore him and keep walking.
Keep walking, you gave the same guy money last week.
Give him 20 dollars and ask if he needs help.
You don't give him money, but you offer him some food.
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Have You ever taken a spinning class?
No. Are you kidding me?
Yes and you might go back.
What is a spinning class?
Of course. It is a great way to get in shape.
What is a perfect first date like for you?
A nice dinner and maybe go see a Broadway play
A couple drinks and maybe go see a pro sports team
Some fast food and a movie.
A walk on the beach.
How worried are you about crime?
You aren't worried about it, but you have to be aware, it happens all the time.
You are fairly worried, but if you stay aware of your surroundings you feel safe.
Not at all, no crime happens where you live.
Worry is a wasted emotion, you stay in the moment.
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Where do you go if you want to meet women or men?
I go to clubs.
I go to bars.
I usually meet women at work or through friends.
Yoga class or at the gym.
When was the last time a stranger yelled at you?
Within the last week.
Within the last month.
Within the last year.
Why would someone yell at me?
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What do you do when you see trash on the street?
Nothing, I don't even notice it anymore.
Nothing, but it makes me feel bad that my neighborhood is going downhill.
I pick it up of course.
I leave it alone, someone will be by to pick it up soon.
What do you do when you see a rat?
Nothing. It's just a rat.
You shudder, but just keep on walking.
Try and shoot it before someone else does.
You wonder how it got here and hope it is okay.
What kind of food is sold by street vendors near you?
Italian Sausage
Hot Dogs
There are no street vendors near you.
Burritos.
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You justordered a cheeseburger, how much should it cost?
15 dollars
10 dollars
7 dollars
I am a vegetarian.
What do you think of Donald Trump?
You don't like him, but people need to get over it and stop whining.
You don't like him, and are planning on going to a protest some night.
You love him and voted for him.
You have been in a deep place of depression since he won and have cried about it more than once.
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Is there a Chinatown near you?
Yes, of course there is, right around the corner.
Yes, and you have been there once or twice.
No, but you have had Chinese food once.
No. We don't segregate people where I live.
Do you own a gun?
Not that you know of.
No, but you know people that do.
Of course.
No, and I find them scary.
How suspicious are you of strangers?
Very, but I prefer to call it being realistic.
I am not suspicious, but I am wary.
There are no strangers where I am from, just neighbors.
We are all one, there is no reason to distrust anyone.
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Would you buy food from a street vendor?
Yeah, as long as it wasn't a rip off.
If I was hungry enough I would.
No way.
Sure, all the vendors around here use quality ingredients.
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How many dates have you gone on in the last year?
20. You can't seem to find the right person in this city.
5. You have been too busy at work to really date.
1 and you are still together.
3. You do date, but you are more interested on working on yourself right now.
When was the last time you got really angry with a stranger?
Just this morning when a guy bumped into me in the subway.
Yesterday when my boss didn't seem to appreciate me.
Last week when that guy took my parking space at Target.
It has been over a year, anger doesn't do anyone any good.
What do you do if a tourist asks you a question?
I keep on walking. I don't have time for that.
I get a little irritated, but I try and help.
Try and help them get back on the freeway.
Take as much time as they need to make sure you have helped them.
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What do you think of hipsters?
They are lame. They have no idea what is really going on with the scene.
You identify with them, in fact some people call you a hipster.
You don't think you like them, but you also are not sure if you know what they are?
You try not to judge anyone and treat everyone the same.
How many people of other races do you know well?
All sorts of them. What is this a joke?
You know a lot of people from other races, but most of them not that well.
You know Bill. The guy that works the register at the convenience store the next town over.
You try not to think of people in terms of race, we are all one.
When was the last time you were near a body of water?
Last year when you took the Staten Island Ferry.
Last summer, when you sailed while on vacation in Maine.
Last week. You go fishing in local pond all the time.
This morning when you went surfing.
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You are in New York, do you ride the Subway?
Yes. but I hate it.
I try not to as it is a pain, but yes.
Of course! It is scary, but it is a big part of your New York, big city experience!
No. You Uber everywhere.
What phrase are you most likely to say?
"Yeah I got you."
"That's wicked cool."
"Why are you all gussied up?"
"It's all good."
You see someone running down your street wearing every day clothes. What do you think?
Nothing. You have more important things to think about.
The person probably just committed a crime, but it isn't your problem.
The person must need some help.
You are impressed that person is exercising.
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