Long TextExercise 52 of 81

The New York City skyline is more than a marvel of architecture - it is a testament to human ambition, resilience, and the stories of millions who have sought to leave their mark on the city that never sleeps. Rising like a beacon from the earth, its jagged peaks and shimmering lights stir emotions that are as vast…

• What does the New York City skyline symbolize in the text?
• Which historical event deeply impacted the skyline, as mentioned in the text?