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About This Quiz
The fear of clowns is called coulrophobia - or through popular culture, clownophobia. This fear affects nearly 20% of adults. Whether it's the makeup, the horror movies, or simply not knowing who is behind the mask, clowns have gone from childhood street performers to prompting nightmares. But, what if you were walking down the street and were suddenly surrounded by a horde of angry clowns? Do you think you'd survive? Take this quiz to find out.
What is one good thing about clowns?
They are funny looking.
I like their antics.
They wear goofy clothes.
Nothing.
When did you see a clown for the first time?
A childhood birthday party.
At the circus.
Some random event.
Television.
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Has a clown ever interacted with you?
One made me a balloon sword.
Not directly.
One told me a joke.
In my nightmares.
Why do you think people are afraid of clowns?
The unknown.
John Wayne Gacy.
Frightening makeup.
Everything about them.
Have you ever been in a fist fight?
Several times.
Once or twice.
Someone took a swing at me once.
No.
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Why would a friend ask for your help?
If they are being picked on.
If they have a major life decision they can't figure out.
For a ride to work.
They don't ask for my help.
If a horde of clowns killed you, how would you be remembered?
Fearless.
Brave.
Cowardly.
I won't be remembered.
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What nearby weapon would you use to fight off clowns?
My fists.
A piece of metal on the street.
Rocks.
My vocal cords.
Would you attack clowns one at a time or a whole group at once?
A group.
1-2 if they attack at the same time.
I'd stay behind my friends.
I'd play dead.
What is your strategy to fight off the horde?
Go right at them.
Start swinging away.
Try not to get involved unless I have no choice.
Play dead until I see an opening to run away.
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Which of these have your nightmares ever involved?
Clowns.
Running, but getting nowhere.
My death.
Feet stuck to the ground.
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Do you have more good dreams or nightmares?
I never have nightmares.
Mostly good.
A mix.
A lot of nightmares.
Why do you think clowns are such a big part of popular culture?
They are mysterious.
Nobody really knows who they are - or what they've done.
Rumors and myths about bad things they've done.
They might as well be demons.
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When I say clown, what is the first thing you think about?
Red nose.
Crazy hair.
Melting makeup.
"Ahhhhhhhhh!"
Do you watch movies about clowns?
All the time.
I have before.
If I'm with a large group of friends.
No!
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Besides clowns, what are you most afraid of?
Not being famous.
Losing all my money.
Losing a family member.
Death.
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Where are you likely to find a horde of angry clowns?
Circus.
Zoo.
Kid's birthday party.
Abandoned street at night.
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