Buffalo Bonanza: How Well Do You Know the Queen City?
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Dive into the rich history and vibrant culture of Buffalo, New York. Test your knowledge about the city's key figures, landmark events, and quirky local trivia. Discover fun facts and deepen your understanding of this unique American city.
1. Which historical event strongly influenced Buffalo's growth in the 19th century?
Opening of Buffalo Central Terminal
Discovery of coal deposits in Buffalo
Construction of the Erie Canal
Completion of the Transcontinental Railroad
2. Which famous musician hailed from Buffalo and produced hits in the R&B, disco, and funk genres?
Johnnie Taylor
Rick James
George Clinton
Marvin Gaye
3. What annual event in Buffalo celebrates the city's famous spicy chicken wings?
Taste of Buffalo
Buffalo Chicken Fest
Western New York Wing Bash
National Buffalo Wing Festival
4. Which landmark in Buffalo is known for its beaux-arts architecture and significant art collection?
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Buffalo City Hall
Buffalo History Museum
Hotel Lafayette
5. Which major sporting team from Buffalo plays in the National Football League?
Denver Broncos
Buffalo Bills
Cleveland Browns
New York Giants
6. Which arts festival in Buffalo is known for featuring local artists and craftsmen in the Allentown neighborhood?
Elmwood Avenue Festival of the Arts
Allentown Art Festival
Buffalo Arts Festival
Front Yard Art Festival
7. In which sector did Buffalo transition its economy in the mid-19th century?
Manufacturing and steel production
Agricultural development
Heavy machinery
Textile production
8. Which festival in Buffalo celebrates Polish-American culture and tradition?
Kielbasa Day
Dyngus Day
Pierogi Fest
Polish Heritage Day
9. Who is the current mayor of Buffalo, known for their strong mayor-council form of government?
Anthony Masiello
Crystal Peoples-Stokes
Rashied McDuffie
Byron Brown
10. Which major Buffalo event commemorates African-American freedom and emphasizes education and achievement?
Freedom Fest
Juneteenth Celebration
Kwanzaa Celebration
Heritage Day
11. Which district is renowned for its concentration of theaters and performances in Buffalo?
Elmwood Village
Hertel Avenue
Allentown
Theater District
12. Buffalo is known for being the second-largest railway hub after which city?
