Z-SAT Review and Scores

David Brown


Many of you who have profiles on Facebook have no doubt come across those quizzes that ask you to answer some questions that will determine how long you would survive during the zombie apocalypse. My biggest problem with many of these quizzes is they tend to have a lot of unimportant questions. For example, how is the color I chose for my shorts going to affect my survival chances when zombies aren’t attracted to one color over another (as far as we know)?  Now, along comes the Z-SAT to correct this issue.

Anyone who has or will be taking the SAT for acceptance into college will find this to be a familiar test. Rather than questions about math, reading, and writing we are given questions about the deadliness of different zombie body types, ammo choice, and even travel choices. This is a real test. Most of the staff here at Zombies & Toys took at least three or four hours to complete the test. Do not be fooled by the cover, you will be tested and you will be forced to make some decisions that aren’t easy.

There is a lot of fun to be had in taking this test.  You truly have to think about answers to questions that have never been asked before. You feel a sense of accomplishment as you check answers to see if you are, in fact, as smart as you thought. Our biggest complaint about this book is that it seems a few of the questions could be just a matter of the author’s opinions. We all agreed that a few answers didn’t make sense based off of scenarios we had seen before in books, movies, and other media. It could be that there wasn't enough time or manpower available to research and gather facts or statistics which could be cited.  While the test was fun, it would have been nice to have answers that were validated.

The Z-SAT may have little flaws, but like any test it should not be taken as an exact measure.  This test is a way to measure base preparedness levels in the event that a real zombie apocalypse has begun. As stated earlier, our crew formed many opinions after taking this test. We have posted our scores for you to laugh at but encourage you to take the test yourself.  Pick up a copy of the Z-SAT and see how you stack up to the crew of Zobmies & Toys!

Dave - 82.76%
Sara - 59.67%
Todd - 73.98%
Jason - 63.58%
Gnat - 74.63%
Kala - 69.76%

Average - 70.73%


We are eager to hear how you score on the Z-SAT so make sure to let us know.  At the very least, look for a comment left here with the scores of our three contest winners!

Ronyo F. from Australia
Kimberly R. from Phoenix, AZ
Billy B. from Lynnwood, WA

The SAT Requires Brains; The Z-SAT Saves Them

Author offers zombie fans a chance to determine their chance when hell runs out of room


by Chad Hunter

When we think SAT, we think of long nights of dreaded studying and having our brains threaten to burst. Now, with ZSAT, it’s not our brains exploding that concerns us. It’s our brains being eaten.

Zombies & Toys had the opportunity to talk with author Casey Blair Bassett, the writer behind Z-SAT: Zombie Survival Aptitude Test. With the ongoing craze of the undead, Bassett is helping the masses find out if they really have what it takes to survive the day, the dawn and the night when society crashes and the dead walk. Read what Casey has to say and after, enter for your chance to win a free copy of the Z-SAT!  You will soon be able to compare your score against the staff of Zombies & Toys!



Z&T: Hi Casey, welcome to Zombies and Toys. Thank you for your time. Can you tell readers the full title of the book and a description of it?

CBB: Z-SAT: Zombie Survival Aptitude Test. [The] Z-SAT is a book that allows zombie lovers to evaluate themselves and their abilities. The Zombie Survival Aptitude Test is a 1230 point test that consists of multiple choice, true and false, illustrations, and even a personal evaluation. It affords people the opportunity to take a deeper, in-depth look into their zombie survival skills. This test is the SATs of Zombie Survival! The scoring ranges from Expert, Professional, Novice, Amateur, and Minor. Any zombie enthusiast should take the Zombie Survival Aptitude Test... it could save their lives!



Z&T: I guess you don’t have to score as expert as long as you’re smarter than the guy next to you! What was the drive behind the book?

CBB: About 2 years ago I came up with the idea of publishing a zombie survival test book. I talked to my friends about the idea and began writing questions and drawling illustrations for the book. I worked on the book on and off for 2 years, and it sat on the back burner for a while until The Walking Dead TV show came on and it motivated me to want to finish it. Ever since the first episode I have been working nonstop on Z-SAT.



Z&T: It seems like everyone loves zombies today, from movies to games to print. What drew you to them?

CBB: I have loved zombies for such a long time, and love Max Brooks "Zombie Survival Guide" and could only hope that someday my book could be that successful. I loved all zombie movies, comics, books, video games, etc. I think that zombie(s) make everything better!



Z&T: Is there a website for the book?

CBB: www.Z-SAT.com



Z&T: Where can readers find and purchase the Zombie Survival Aptitude Test?

CBB: The book is currently located for purchase though my website (www.z-sat.com), Lulu.com, and Ebay. The book has been submitted for global distribution and will be available for order at any book retailer this March. (Amazon, Books-A-Million , Barnes and Noble, etc)




Z&T: Are there upcoming events (e.g. additional books, appearances, etc) for promoting Z-SAT?

CBB: I don't know what my schedule is going to be like for the next several months but I plan on attending Steel City Con and/or Pittsburgh Comic Con to sell and sign some copies of Z-SAT.


Z&T: Awesome approach. Those are big events! You know zombie-fans are endlessly hungry, where can readers find more information?

CBB: Reader can find more information on my website or Facebook. (http://www.facebook.com/Zombie.Survival.Aptitude.Test) Z-SAT is also has pages on Myspace, Linkedin and Twitter. However, I use Facebook the most.



Z&T: Thank you Casey for your time. For more information on the Zombie Survival Aptitude Test, please check out www.z-sat.com! To enter for your chance to win a signed copy, email your name and address to zsat@zombiesandtoys.com.  Winners will be chosen at the end of the month.

Chad Hunter

Do you think you have what it takes to survive the impending zombie apocalypse? Do you believe you know enough to survive another day? Well we're about to find out. Here, at Zombies & Toys, we're featuring the brain-craving, grave-digging book "Z-SAT: Zombie Survival Aptitude Test." Author Casey Bassett brings you the ultimate test to find out if you're going to join the survivors or fall beneath the mass of rotted flesh.

To celebrate the release of the Z-SAT, Z&T is kicking off with an interview with the author, a chance to see how your favorite undead experts here rank on the test and a contest with a chance to win your own copy of the Z-SAT. Check back this week for the beginning of the end as the dead rise to walk, eat and read the Z-SAT.