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Repent Harlequin: The Harlan Ellison Quiz

Easily one of the most recognized names in Science Fiction (although Harlan prefers the term "Speculative Fiction"). What do you know about SF's "Angry Young Man"?

A multiple-choice quiz by zoneranger. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
zoneranger

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
331,871

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
6 / 10

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139

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Question 1 of 10

1. What state was Harlan born in? Hint

California

New York

Ohio

New Jersey

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Question 2 of 10

2. Ellison has been married how many times? Hint

Five

Twice

Zero

Six

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Question 3 of 10

3. Harlan has authored stories for the original "Twilight Zone", original "Outer Limits" and original "Star Trek" television shows.

True

False

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Question 4 of 10

4. One of Harlan's stories was adapted into what has become a cult classic film. It was released in 1975 and starred Don Johnson. What was its title? Hint

The Moons of Mars

I Have No Mouth and I Must Scream

A Boy and His Dog

Knox

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which was Ellison's story concerning a boy who never grows up, either physically or emotionally, until finally the real world steps in? Hint

From A to Z in the Chocolate Alphabet

Shattered Like a Glass Goblin

Jeffty Is Five

All the Lies that are My Life

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Question 6 of 10

6. This short story describes automobile dogfights in the future: Hint

Along the Scenic Route

The Deathbird

In My Sights

Pirahna GT

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Question 7 of 10

7. In Ellison's 1966 Hugo Award winner "Repent Harlequin", who is the Harlequin's arch enemy? Hint

The Grim Reaper

The 13th Hour Gang

The Ticktockman

Mr. A

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Question 8 of 10

8. Who starred in the adaptation of Harlan's "Paladin of the Lost Hour" for the 1980s version of the "Twilight Zone"? Hint

Danny Kaye

Michael Landon

Scatman Crothers

William Holden

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Question 9 of 10

9. What is Harlan's middle name? Hint

Paul

Michael

Jay

Saul

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which James Cameron film credits the work of Harlan Ellison in its end credits? Hint

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Aliens

The Terminator

Titanic

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What state was Harlan born in?

Answer: Ohio

On May 27, 1934, in Cleveland , Ohio...to be exact. Harlan's family moved to Painesville Ohio when Harlan was very young, but they later returned to Cleveland.

2. Ellison has been married how many times?

Answer: Five

Ellison was first married in 1956. In 1986, Ellison married Susan Toth, his fifth wife.

3. Harlan has authored stories for the original "Twilight Zone", original "Outer Limits" and original "Star Trek" television shows.

Answer: False

Harlan's contributions to the "Outer Limits" include "Soldier" and "Demon With A Glass Hand". He also penned "City on the Edge of Forever" for "Star Trek", but no stories for the original "Zone".

4. One of Harlan's stories was adapted into what has become a cult classic film. It was released in 1975 and starred Don Johnson. What was its title?

Answer: A Boy and His Dog

Jason Robards also had a role in this classic "B" film which was directed by L.Q. Jones. It involved a post-atomic war Earth, telepathic dogs, and underground civilizations. Catch it if you get a chance.

5. Which was Ellison's story concerning a boy who never grows up, either physically or emotionally, until finally the real world steps in?

Answer: Jeffty Is Five

Harlan won one of his Hugo Awards and one of his Nebulas for this very emotional story. This 1978 story was included in his book "Shatterday".

6. This short story describes automobile dogfights in the future:

Answer: Along the Scenic Route

Originally titled "Dogfight on Highway 101" this short story was included in Ellison's work "The Beast that Shouted Love at the Heart of the world" This short story takes "Road Rage" to a new level!

7. In Ellison's 1966 Hugo Award winner "Repent Harlequin", who is the Harlequin's arch enemy?

Answer: The Ticktockman

Also known as the Master Timekeeper, the TickTockman enforces the law in a society where being late is a crime. Needless to say, the Harlequin, is not only habitually tardy, but makes sure that other people are not on time as well.

8. Who starred in the adaptation of Harlan's "Paladin of the Lost Hour" for the 1980s version of the "Twilight Zone"?

Answer: Danny Kaye

Another Hugo Award winner "Paladin of the Lost Hour" starred Danny Kaye as Gaspar and Glynn Turman as Billy. It was part of the seventh episode of the new series which aired in 1985.

9. What is Harlan's middle name?

Answer: Jay

Harlan Jay Ellison. On occasion, Harlan will use his middle name as part of the pen name "Jay Solo". But his most famous pen name is "Cordwainer Bird". Harlan uses this nom de plume when he is unhappy with the treatment his work has received. Ellison used this name when the TV series he was involved with, "The Starlost", failed to meet his expectations.

10. Which James Cameron film credits the work of Harlan Ellison in its end credits?

Answer: The Terminator

Supposedly for being a little too close in subject matter to Ellison's "Soldier" and "Demon with a Glass Hand". Both involved time travel and the end of humanity.... But you be the judge!

Source: Author zoneranger

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