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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Rod Serling.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 1953, when Serling's work appeared on television, how did the critics respond?
(a) They thought his work was mediocre.
(b) They raved over his work.
(c) Negatively.
(d) There was very little response.

2. Serling's girlfriend recalls that Serling had a reputation of being what?
(a) A ladies man.
(b) A popular man.
(c) Very serious.
(d) Very busy.

3. To what do some surmise Serling's military experience was the beginning?
(a) His interest in science fiction.
(b) His interest in war.
(c) His lifelong battle with CBS.
(d) His lifelong battle with nightmares and depression.

4. Who was the Serlings' other son?
(a) Roger.
(b) Robert.
(c) Thomas.
(d) Richard.

5. In 1956, Serling eventually landed a scriptwriting position for what?
(a) The sitcom series "Playhouse 90."
(b) The comedy series "Playhouse 90."
(c) The sci-fi series "Playhouse 90."
(d) The drama series "Playhouse 90."

Short Answer Questions

1. Serling eventually became involved in writing scripts for what?

2. How might Rod Serling be described?

3. One of the episodes sponsored by the Ford Motor Company required that what be done?

4. When were Serling and his fiancee married?

5. Rod resided in Binghamto until he joined the Army at what age?

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