All right, fellow Panthers, “reunion time” is only a few months away!  Please take the following multiple-choice exam to see if you are “ready” for our 50^th reunion. There are no correct or incorrect answers. This “fun quiz” is just to help you know where you are in the “preparation” process.

 

Allen (Mike) McCorstin

 

 

[1] Can you believe it's been 50 years since we graduated from Paschal?

[a] Yes

[b} No

[c] Fifty what?

 

[2] Can you also believe you’re pushing 70?

[a] Yes

[b] No

[c] I'll only be 10 in dog years.

 

[3] Where would you say you had the most "intense" learning experience?

[a] In my algebra class

[b] History, no doubt

[c] The parking lot at Carlson's

 

[4] How many times have you been married?

[a] Once

[b] Twice

[c] Do long weekends in certain Third World countries count?

 

[5] How many children did you have?

[a] One to three

[b] Four to six

[c] Thank God for vasectomies.

 

[6] What was the most important thing you learned at Paschal?

[a] How to live harmoniously with others

[b] How to become a productive member of society

[c] Get there early if you want a good parking spot.

 

[7] Who was your favorite “sports figure” at Paschal?

[a] Phil Bechtol

[b] Lance Cobb

[c] Pops Pulliam

 

 [8] What do you miss most about our daily life at Paschal?

[a] Exposure to some of the finest teachers in the country

[b] The opportunity to stretch our learning horizons

[c] The Merry-Go-Round

 

[9] What do you remember most about our Senior Prom?

[a] The beautiful decorations and wonderful food

[b] The bittersweet knowledge of knowing that we would never be together like this again

[c] Confirming afterward that you really can get drunk on beer

 

[10] What do you recall most about our graduation?

[a] The fact that it represented a major landmark in our lives

[b] It was the end of an era and marked the beginning of our true journey into adulthood.

[c] Confirming afterward that you can really can get drunk on beer

 

[11] Who among public figures of 1962 had the biggest influence on your becoming a mature adult?

[a] President Kennedy

[b] John Glenn

[c] Rocky and Bullwinkle

 

[12] After graduation from Paschal, which event below had the most impact on your life?

[a] Watergate

[b] The fall of the Berlin Wall

[c] New Coke

 

[13] Can you say how much you really "grew" during your Paschal years?

[a] I became aware of my evolving spiritual, moral, and philosophical self.

[b] I came to realize that my time on earth is short and that I want to make the most of each day.

[c] About 12 pounds

 

[14] During your college years, thanks to Paschal, what challenges did you seem to “get” more easily?

[a] The science faculty really prepared me for a pre-med program.

[b] I would never have gotten into law school had it not been for our wonderful Social Studies faculty.

[c] Coors

 

Surely your Paschal years contributed to your growth in many areas of your life. Let's explore a few.

 

[15] For example, what could you say about preparation for such events as raising children?

[a] I was able to empathize with my children and help them grow in positive directions.

[b] I understood that personal sacrifice was at the very core of good parenting.

[c] "No, John, look the ball into your umbilical cord!"

 

[16] Over the years, Paschal students have gone on to achieve many great things. Whom below would you consider the most “typical” PHS graduate?

[a] Charles Tandy, captain of industry

[b] Alan Bean, astronaut who walked on the moon

[c] Joe Don Looney

 

 

 

 

[17] If you could give just one piece of advice to Paschal's incoming freshmen, what would it be?

[a] Take advantage of all the learning opportunities that await you.

[b] Come prepared so you can get as much out of each class as possible.

[c] Get there early if you want a good parking spot.

 

[18] Deep in your heart, what "feelings" have stuck with you the most?

[a] The warm feelings I have toward old friends

[b] The supportive bonds between student and teacher

[c] Charlie Turner’s paddle on my butt

 

OK, now let's get "funky.”

 

[19] Girls, did you ever wear a "bouffant" when you were at Paschal?

[a] Yes, it was the fashion statement of the times.

[b] Yes, but only for a while.

[c] Mine was so big it had its own ZIP code.

 

[20] Guys, you see your old "flame" approaching across the room. What do you think?

[a] "There she is. I hope she's had a wonderful, enriching life."

[b] "It will be so good to chat and catch up."

[c] "I’m going to pass out if I have to hold my gut in for two more hours.”

 

[21] Girls, you ALSO see your old flame approaching across the floor. What do YOU think?

[a] "There he is. I hope we have time for a nice long chat."

[b] "I can't wait to hear all about his wife and children."

[c] "My God, is that a wet cat he’s wearing on top his head?"

 

The next few questions reflect the manner in which an education at Paschal prepared you for a mature life “beyond” academics.

 

[22] Girls, regarding childbirth, what were your most memorable moments?

[a] The realization that I was bringing a precious new life into the world

[b] The thrill of parenting and all the joy it can bring

[c] The epidural

 

[23] What were your most profound thoughts you had the first time you held your newborn?

[1] I was overwhelmed with love and joy.

[2] Here I am, holding one of God’s miracles.

[3] Mother of God, did the nurse get the right kid?

 

All mature adult women go through a period in their 40s or 50s called “menopause.” How did your experiences at Paschal prepare you for this important life event?

 

[24] How would you describe “menopause”?

[a] It was the realization that I was entering a new phase of my life.

[b] I looked forward to the richly rewarding excitement before me.

[c] Move away from the fan, or I will remove a testicle.

 

[25] When you were going through “menopause” what was your preferred thermostat setting?

[a] 75

[b] 72

[c] - 9

 

[25] In this same vein, did “menopause” affect your sleeping habits? For example, where did you sleep?

[a] In our bed, of course, next to my loving, supportive husband.

[b] In our spare bedroom, as I wanted to be considerate of my husband’s sleep needs.

[c] In the refrigerator.

 

[26] Later, scientists discovered something called “PMS.” Did you ever experience it and what was your opinion of it?

[a] I never experienced PMS and think that it was the result of poor methodology on the part of researchers.

[b] I might have experienced PMS, but it was nothing more than a minor inconvenience.

[c] I own a chainsaw.

 

Last, a few questions for everyone about our upcoming 50th reunion.

 

[27] What do you look forward to the most?

[a] The joy of catching up with old friends

[b] The entire experience – the friends, the food, the music

[c] Swapping colonoscopy stories

[28] We are all aware that we had certain “cliques” at Paschal. Let’s say that you had the opportunity to confront a person who was rude to or ignored you during our time in high school.

[a] We were all young, and I hold no grudges.

[b] Now that we are mature, I look forward to getting to know you.

[c] I hope you burn in Hell.

 

[29] Pretend you’re delivering a Paschal commencement speech. What would you like to “leave them with”?

[a] Your future is yours to make. You are in control of your life.

[b] Our nation depends on the contribution of young people like you. Act with honor and respect. ‘

[c] I went fishing near a nuclear power plant last week and is it just me or is there a second head growing out the side of my neck?

 

[30] Last, this will most likely be our last reunion of this nature. Would you like to make a final comment regarding your Paschal experiences?

[a] My time at Paschal was one of the best periods of my life and I will always cherish it.

[b] I would not trade my educational experience at Paschal for anything.

[c] Rainwater still owes me $5.