New York City is situated in the Northeastern United States, in southeastern New York State, approximately halfway between Washington, D.C. and Boston. The location at the mouth of the Hudson River, which feeds into a naturally sheltered harbor and then into the Atlantic Ocean, has helped the city grow in significance as a trading port. Most of New York City is built on the three islands of Long Island, Manhattan, and Staten Island. COUNT 8
QSN1 In what geographical region of the United States is New York City located? ANS1 Northeastern QSN2 In what geographical region of New York state is New York City located? ANS2 southeastern QSN3 New York City is about half the distance between Washington DC and what city? ANS3 Boston QSN4 New York City is adjacent to what ocean? ANS4 Atlantic QSN5 What river is New York City located on? ANS5 Hudson River QSN6 New York City is at the base of which American river? ANS6 Hudson QSN7 The Hudson River flows into which body of water? ANS7 Atlantic Ocean QSN8 The three islands that make up New York city are named what? ANS8 Long Island, Manhattan, and Staten Island.