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What is the main purpose of the new railroad terminal, Grand Central Madison?
What is the main purpose of the new railroad terminal, Grand Central Madison?
- To cut travel times for Long Island Railroad commuters and double capacity (correct)
- To increase travel times for Long Island Railroad commuters
- To relieve pressure on Penn Station
- To feature marble walls, mosaic artwork, and retail space
How much did the construction of the new railroad terminal underneath Grand Central Terminal cost?
How much did the construction of the new railroad terminal underneath Grand Central Terminal cost?
- $11 billion (correct)
- $13 billion
- $9 billion
- $11 million
What is one key feature of the new terminal, Grand Central Madison?
What is one key feature of the new terminal, Grand Central Madison?
- Glass walls and steel beams
- Quotations from famous New Yorkers (correct)
- Outdoor garden areas
- Digital advertising screens
Why was the construction of the new terminal necessary?
Why was the construction of the new terminal necessary?
What will be the impact of the new terminal on travel times for Long Island Railroad commuters?
What will be the impact of the new terminal on travel times for Long Island Railroad commuters?
How will the new railroad terminal, Grand Central Madison, impact travel times for Long Island Railroad commuters?
How will the new railroad terminal, Grand Central Madison, impact travel times for Long Island Railroad commuters?
What role will Grand Central Madison play in relation to Penn Station?
What role will Grand Central Madison play in relation to Penn Station?
What is the main purpose of the expansion project underneath Grand Central Terminal?
What is the main purpose of the expansion project underneath Grand Central Terminal?
What distinguishes Grand Central Madison from Penn Station based on the information provided?
What distinguishes Grand Central Madison from Penn Station based on the information provided?
Which aspect of the new railroad terminal's construction required the most resources?
Which aspect of the new railroad terminal's construction required the most resources?
Study Notes
- Grand Central Terminal in New York is set to open a new railroad terminal underneath, after 15 years of construction and a cost of $11 billion.
- The expansion project includes 13 miles of new tunnels, 40 miles of new tracks, and is the biggest mass transit project in America.
- The new terminal, called Grand Central Madison, will cut travel times for commuters on the Long Island Railroad by up to 40 minutes and double capacity.
- The project will alleviate the pressure on Penn Station, which has been operating at three times its designed capacity.
- The new terminal features marble walls, mosaic artwork, retail space, and quotes from famous New Yorkers like Jerry Seinfeld and Jay-Z.
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