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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three: The First Season 1959-1960.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Pete Jenson in this first episode?
(a) A part-time unsuccssful coach and bartender.
(b) A part-time successful bookie and bartender.
(c) A part-time unsuccessful bookie and bartender.
(d) A part-time successful coach and bartender.

2. Serling eventually became involved in writing scripts for what?
(a) The radio.
(b) Movies.
(c) Television.
(d) Commercials.

3. In 1946, Serling met who?
(a) Carrie Lynn Kramer.
(b) Candace Loraine Kramer.
(c) Carolyn Louise Kramer.
(d) Corey Lisa Kramer.

4. How did some refer to Houghton?
(a) As one of the best writers around.
(b) As a good acting coach.
(c) As a good manager.
(d) As one of the best producers around.

5. For what position was Buck Houghton suggested?
(a) Producer.
(b) Writer.
(c) Acting coach.
(d) Manager.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is one of Houghton's biggest concerns regarding the filming of this episode?

3. What would eventually become synonymous with "The Twilight Zone?"

4. How does Houghton feel about joining Serling's team?

5. Now that the series was on its way, Serling was given the task of doing what?

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