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Close Encounters of the Third Kind Quiz

40 questions about Roy Neary, mysterious signals and the meeting at Devils Tower.

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About this quiz & what to expect

Settle in for 40 original multiple-choice questions. Covers the central story shared by the released versions of Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977). No knowledge of version-specific mothership-interior shots is required. The aliens’ motives are not treated as more certain than the film shows. Spoilers throughout. See your score for each round and read every answer explanation for free. Passport members can save progress across devices. Your basic result is free; an optional US$2 study report organises your misses and suggests what to revisit.

Unofficial fan trivia, not affiliated with or endorsed by the franchise owners. Names identify the works being discussed. Your score is a game result.

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Questions are original. Consult the works named above and these guides for context. Report a disputed answer to [email protected].

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Yes. Every correct answer and a short explanation appears after the round.

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Yes. Share your challenge link after finishing. The friend score is self-reported by the shared link, not a verified leaderboard.

Which version does this cover?

Covers the central story shared by the released versions of Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977). No knowledge of version-specific mothership-interior shots is required. The aliens’ motives are not treated as more certain than the film shows. Spoilers throughout.

Is this official?

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