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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Concrete Mixer.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who else had a dream in "The Last Night of the World"?
(a) Brian Williams.
(b) Charles Nelson.
(c) David Nickerson.
(d) Stan Willis.

2. What is the name of the movie producer who wants to hire Ettil as an advisor for a movie about the Mars invasion?
(a) T. T. Van Domn.
(b) M. M. Van Buren.
(c) R. R. Van Plank.
(d) B. B. Vander Struve.

3. In "The Last Night of the World", what time do the girls go to bed?
(a) 7:30 p.m.
(b) 6:00 p.m.
(c) 9:00 p.m.
(d) 8:30 p.m.

4. What is the last vehicle that goes past Hernando on the highway?
(a) An old Chevy.
(b) An ancient Ford.
(c) A rickety pickup.
(d) A battered Dodge.

5. How many cars does Hernando believe pass him on the highway?
(a) 500.
(b) 1,000.
(c) 1,500.
(d) 2,000.

Short Answer Questions

1. Including Ettil, how many Martians are on the rocket that lands in Greentown, California?

2. In "The Concrete Mixer", what is presented to the Martians during the welcoming speeches?

3. What are some of the cars that suddenly came rushing down the highway?

4. Where are two girls playing in "The Last Night of the World"?

5. At the beginning of "Highway", how long has it been since Hernando has seen a car on the road?

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