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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the main character in this story attempt suicide?
(a) He wants to show the Devil that he could die.
(b) He is fascinated with the fact that he is unable to die.
(c) He wants to die.
(d) He feels hopeless.

2. After reading the show's script, how did the CBS executives feel about the premise of "The Twilight Zone?"
(a) Enthusiastic.
(b) Confused.
(c) Worried.
(d) Upset.

3. The positive response convinced CBS executives to do what?
(a) Sell "The Twilight Zone" to ABC.
(b) Give "The Twilight Zone" a late night time slot.
(c) Give "The Twilight Zone" two seasons.
(d) Give "The Twilight Zone" a chance.

4. CBS executives were finally on board with Serling's work and what happened?
(a) A contract was considered.
(b) Serling wrote more scripts before he signed a contract.
(c) A contract was signed.
(d) A contract was broken.

5. Serling would maintain what percent ownership of the series, plus the original films?
(a) Fifty.
(b) Seventy.
(c) One hundred.
(d) Eighty.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does this character admit to killing his wife?

2. How did some refer to Houghton?

3. Serling's girlfriend recalls that Serling had a reputation of being what?

4. After being discharged from the Army, Serling used the GI Bill to continue his education where?

5. When did the Serlings move to Binghamton, New York?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the idea behind the final script for "The Time Element?"

2. Describe Rod's personality.

3. Why was the production of "Playhouse 90" difficult?

4. How was "Playhouse 90" a good experience for Serling?

5. Describe Serling's relationship with Carolyn Louise Kramer.

6. What is the original opening narration?

7. What is the purpose of this book?

8. Why does Houghton refer to "Walking Distance" as one of the best shows created in "The Twilight Zone?"

9. Describe "Escape Clause."

10. What does the psychiatrist do after being shook up by his session with Pete Jenson? What does the psychiatrist learn?

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