"Which one do I open first?" by Jean-Pierre Normand

Dec. 24, 2003

A SciFi Monster Quiz

If you want to see what has worried people about science and technology at any time over the last 60 years or so, take a look at the monsters in the science fiction movies of the day.

From radiation-spawned mutations to out-of-control computers, from alien invaders to vengeful frogs, science fiction movies have provided some memorable monsters. Many have become icons, recognized even by those who’ve never watched such movies.

Have a little fun and try this quiz to test your knowledge of science fiction’s most infamous movie monsters. Hint: Some answers are movie titles.

1. We were gigantic in a movie called Them!
2. In Lake Placid, the first sign of me was the disappearance of frogs.
3. The more I ate, the bigger I grew.
4. I was a plant with good intentions.
5. I was a plant who demanded blood!
6. I kept people away from real beaches for years.
7. In The War of the Worlds, we almost conquered Earth!
8. This scientist got in touch with his inner insect.
9. In Japanese films, I defended Earth, although I made a mess in the process.
10. We were a threat in every version of The Lost World.
11. In 2001: A Space Odyssey, I had my own ideas about the mission.
12. I came to Earth looking for trophies.
13. I came from the future to change the past.
14. We took over from humanity.
15. I was the first and most famous scifi monster.

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