Amazon To Lease Space In New York After Headquarters Plans Fail

Amazon plans to open a tech hub in Manhattan by 2021 without tax incentives, following opposition to its previous HQ2 plans. The new office in Hudson Yards will bring over 1,500 jobs, contrasting with the 25,000 jobs promised earlier. Politicians like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez support the new plan, highlighting the benefits of not using public funds for corporate incentives.

What was Amazon's initial plan for its expansion in New York?

• To establish a second headquarters in New York City

• To create a new retail store in Manhattan

• To partner with local businesses in Queens

• To open a small tech hub in Brooklyn

What is the location of Amazon's new tech hub in New York?

• Hudson Yards, Manhattan

• Brooklyn

• Queens

• Staten Island

How many jobs is Amazon's new tech hub expected to bring to New York City?

• 25,000

• 1,500

• 500

• 10,000

Which of the following companies will be neighbors to Amazon's new tech hub?

• Warnermedia and Facebook

• Google

• Microsoft

• Apple

What was Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's reaction to Amazon's decision?

• She supported the original headquarters plan

• She remained neutral on the issue

• She praised the decision for not requiring public financing

• She criticized the lack of job creation