Question 1

What is the name of the book that saved the Earth in the twentieth century?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Mother Goose. In the play, this book of nursery rhymes is misinterpreted by the Martians as a manual on how to conquer Earth, ultimately saving the planet from invasion.

Question 2

Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Martian invasion fleet?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Think-Tank. He is the ruler of Mars and considers himself to be extremely intelligent, though he completely misinterprets simple nursery rhymes.

Question 3

In what century is the story set?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Twenty-fifth century. The play is set in the year 2543, where a historian is talking about the twentieth century, famously known as the 'Era of the Book'.

Question 4

What did Think-Tank mistake books for initially?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Sandwiches. Because Earthlings consumed these items, Think-Tank assumed books were a form of communication sandwich.

Question 5

Who assists Think-Tank and is much smarter than him while flattering him?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Noodle. He politely corrects Think-Tank's mistakes by framing them as new ideas or alternative interpretations so as not to offend the ruler.

Footprints Without Feet: The Book That Saved the Earth