The Ultimate Zombie Apocalypse Survival Quiz

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Welcome to the most comprehensive Zombie Apocalypse Survival quiz you're likely to find.
A lot of thought, time, and effort went into the making of this quiz, and I think you'll find it to be a bit different than other quizzes you may have taken.

Try it out, see how you score, and pass it on to your friends if you want to see who among you would be most likely to survive.
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13-17
18-25
26-33
34-40
41-49
Over 50
Under 13 (Hey, do your parents know you're taking this quiz?!)
Male
Female
Other
Metropolitan area/large city
Suburbs/medium-to-large city
Small-to-medium sized town
Rural area/country
Other
Traditional house.
Apartment, dorm, or similar.
Trailer/mobile home.
I'm homeless/I move around.
Other.
I could tell you, but then I'd have to kill you. *wink*
I'm a skilled worker (mechanic, electrician, plumber, etc).
I work in the healthcare/medical field (non-office based).
I'm in the military.
I work in retail or sales.
I work in law enforcement, security, or am a firefighter.
I work in food service.
I work in an office (all types).
I'm an artist, musician, or entertainer.
Something else that isn't listed here.
I'm a jack-of-all-trades.
I'm unemployed, or have never had a job.
Are you kidding? I exercise every day!
I'm not a health nut, but I'm in pretty good shape.
I could use a little work.
Ehh... I've kind of let myself go.
None of these answers really suit me.
I'm a smoker.
I like to drink. A lot.
I use a street drug/s at more than just a recreational level.
I'm a bit of a gambler, you could say.
Nope, not really.
Something else not listed here.
Yes, I have a serious disease or condition that requires regular medical maintenance (eg. asthma, diabetes, etc)
Yes, I have a mental or neurological disorder, a learning disability, or something similar (eg. ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, depression, anxiety, etc)
Yes, I have special dietary needs due to a condition such as serious food allergies, gluten intolerance, etc.
Yes, I have a disease or condition that I receive regular treatment for, but it's not life-threatening.
Yes, I have a physical handicap or disability.
Yes, but it's something else that isn't described here.
No, nothing really.
Yes, I really need my medication/treatment.
Yes, but I could probably get by without my meds/treatment.
No, I don't have a condition needing medication or treatment.
Basic - I haven't had any kind of training, but I have learned some things from watching TV, reading, and life experience in general.
Average - I don't work in a healthcare-related field, but I know some basics and have had at least one class on first aid, CPR, etc.
Intermediate - I am employed or in training for a healthcare-related job at a paraprofessional level (eg, Paramedic, CNA, Medical Assistant, etc), and have had general medical training and/or training specific to my job, and/or on-the-job experience.
Advanced - I am a medical professional or student in a medical profession (eg, MD/Surgeon, RN/LPN/CNP, Pharmacist, etc) and have had extensive training at a college level as well as clinical practice and/or on-the-job experience.
Great--I spend a lot of time cooking & preparing meals in a home setting for myself and/or family and friends.
Great--I have extensive experience with food preparation in an occupational setting (restaurant, institution, other food service, etc)
Very good--I'm pretty confident in the kitchen, and I know how to cook more than a few things.
Hmm, do ramen noodles and Easy Mac count? ;)
I usually let others cook for me, but I'm sure I could get by.
Yes, I know more than one way to start a fire.
Yes in theory, but I've never tried it.
Yes, but I need matches or a lighter.
What? FIRE BAD!!! D:
I can drive an automatic transmission vehicle.
I can operate a manual transmission vehicle.
I can ride a bike.
I do a lot of walking.
I've driven a vehicle (any kind) for a living.
I know how to swim.
Greatâ€¦if I have a GPS system!
Pretty goodâ€¦.I have natural sense of direction, and I never get lost.
Not bad. I have experience with maps and compasses, and I know what to do if I get lost.
Great, I can go the distance.
I may not look tough, but I can take a lot of abuse.
So-so, I guess. I'm really not sure.
Um, I prefer not to "endure" things if possible. :P
Yes, I've had some level of job-related training in combat and/or self defense .
Yes, I've had some level of training in combat and/or self defense, but not related to a job.
Yes, I have some basic self defense and/or combat skills that I've learned on my own.
Not particularly.
Yes, more times than I can remember.
It's happened.
No, I usually try to avoid physical confrontations.
Yes, many times.
Yes, I have a few times, just for fun.
No, but I've handled a gun and understand how it works.
No, I've never even handled one.
Yes, I'm a gun collector.
Yes, I have one for protection.
Yes, I have a gun/s for hunting.
I do have a BB gunâ€¦does that count?
No.
Baseball bat
Golf clubs
Crowbar
Sledgehammer/mallet/large hammer
Shovel
Other.
None that I can think of.
I've got a good set of knives in the kitchen.
I have a hunting knife or similar (not a pocket knife).
I have an axe or a hatchet.
I have a machete, scythe, or sickle.
I have a sword.
None that I can think of.
Sure -- I can think of a lot of things I could make weapons out of.
I'm sure I could make do.
I don't know, I'd probably rather hide or escape and avoid fighting if possible.
Awesome! People usually just give up when I play hide and seek with them.
Average, I suppose.
I don't know, but if I was really in danger I'm sure I could think of a place to hide.
It would be really hard for me to hide.
Oh yeah, I'm like a spider monkey!
Yeahâ€¦if you're talking stairs or ladders. :)
Are you kidding? I'm afraid of heights.
Try for a while, but eventually give in to frustration and try to find some other way of accomplishing what I need to do.
Take a break from it, calm down, and think a while before trying again.
Just keep at it! Eventually I'll succeed!
I do the best I can but get help from someone else when I need to.
Give up! If I can't do it, I just can't do it.
Excellent -- I am a strict Vegan/Vegetarian and/or I only eat organic/natural foods.
Pretty good -- I do the best I can to eat well, but I'm not on a special diet or anything like that.
Okay -- I don't worry much about what I eat, but I doubt I'm malnourished or anything.
Could be better -- I tend to eat a lot of fast food and junk.
I don't know -- I have a special diet that I have to stick to for medical or other reasons.
I'm good at building and/or fixing things.
I know how to hunt and/or fish.
I'm a natural leader and/or I'm good with people.
I'm great at organizing/resource management.
I have experience with gardening and/or farming.
None of the above, or something not listed here.
Read, watch tv, listen to music, go online. Stuff like that.
Video games!!
DIY or craft hobbies like sewing, knitting, making things, etc.
I'm usually hanging out with my friends, just doing whatever, or texting/talking on the phone with them.
Artsy hobbies like painting or photography.
All of the above...I have a lot of interests.
None of the above, or something else not listed here.
Free time? I'm way too busy working and/or studying!
Love it!! Camping, hiking, rafting, or just being outside in general are some of my favorite activities!
Love itâ€¦the peacefulness of being out in nature, away from all the craziness, really refreshes me.
Neutral. I just don't spend that much time outdoors for whatever reason.
Not a fan! The bugs, the dirt, the lack of electricity and basic conveniencesâ€¦yuck.
Hate it!! It's so boring being isolated out in the middle of nowhere with nothing to do.
Discreetly observe them from a distance before deciding how to proceed.
Start running toward them waving your arms and shouting hello.
Walk up to them and introduce yourself.
Sneak up and kill them all. After all, they might have some useful supplies!
None of the above, or something else not described here.
Offer to help, but then grab as much of the food as you can and run like hell.
Kill all of them, and take whatever you can carry. Every man for himself!
Threaten the aggressive guy with unthinkable pain and suffering unless he gives all of the food to the family.
Try to reason with the aggressive guy.
Just kill the aggressive guy. He seems dangerous and you doubt you could reason with him.
Politely say that it's none of your business, and walk away.
None of the above, or something else not described here.
Say that they can have the food, but then whip out your weapon to attack as soon as you set down your bag of supplies. You're not giving up your stuff without a fight!
Threaten them right back. There aren't that many of them, and you're pretty sure you can take them on if the situation escalates.
Tell them they can have the supplies as long as they leave you alone.
Scream that there are zombies right behind them, and then make a run for it while they're distracted.
Offer to share the supplies with them.
Yell for help, hoping someone will come to your rescue.
None of the above, or something else not described here.
I can't stand the sight of blood/gore.
I'm fairly desensitized; I've seen a lot in my line of work.
I can take it--I watch a lot of scary movies/play a lot of video games.
I usually just try not to look.
I don't know, but I think I'd be able to handle just about anything.
I don't "tolerate" violence in any form.
A package of sterile gauze dressing.
A bottle labelled povidone-iodine.
A bottle of pills labelled Levofloxacin, 250 mg.
A bottle of pills labelled Acetominophen, 500 mg.
A tube labelled Bacitracin.
A bottle of pills labelled Fluoxetine, 20 mg.
A tube labelled Clotrimazole.
A box of large adhesive bandages.
All of the above...if I try them all, something's bound to help.
Just the bandages...I'm not sure what those other things are and they might harmful.
Grab the gun and position yourself in the corner furthest from the stairs.
Grab the pipe and get into a strategic position near the bottom of the steps.. Hopefully you can stun them as they come down and escape up the steps.
Grab the chainsaw & gas can, fire it up, and get ready to dismember some zombies!
Hide near the steps as best you can, planning to wait until they've all come down the steps and then make a run for it.
Try to barricade the door with some of the chairs...hopefully it will buy you enough time to find a good hiding place or come up with another plan.
None of the above, or something else not described here.
You grab whatever weapons you have and do whatever you can to save the person. You can't just sit there and watch them die!
You try to create a distraction to direct the zombies away from the carâ€¦ hopefully the person will be able to get away on their own.
You cover your ears and wait it out. Hopefully it'll be over soon.
You use the opportunity to your advantage -- with the zombies distracted, you'll be able to sneak past and get to your destination much easier!
None of the above, or something else not described here.
All the time. I have it all planned out, man!
My friends and I joke around about it, but not seriously.
The thought has crossed my mind.
Get real! Nothing like this would ever happen.

Welcome to the most comprehensive Zombie Apocalypse Survival quiz you're likely to find.