Population of Islands in New York

The video discusses two U.S. states where the majority of the population lives on islands: Hawaii and New York. Hawaii is entirely composed of islands, while New York has a significant portion of its population on Long Island, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Together, these islands account for over 51% of New York's population, making it the only other state besides Hawaii with a majority island population.

Which state is known for having its entire population living on islands?

• Hawaii

• California

• Florida

• Alaska

What is the second state where the majority of the population lives on islands?

• Texas

• New York

• Washington

• Maine

Which island in New York has the largest population?

• Long Island

• Staten Island

• Manhattan

• Ellis Island

Approximately how many people live on Long Island?

• 12 million

• 10 million

• 8 million

• 5 million

What is the population of Manhattan Island?

• 2.5 million

• 3.2 million

• 4 million

• 1.6 million

How many people approximately live on Staten Island?

• 800,000

• 500,000

• 200,000

• 1 million

What percentage of New York State's population lives on islands?

• 45%

• 60%

• 51%

• 70%