Meet the Scripps National Spelling Bee champion-turned-pronouncer

Meet the Scripps National Spelling Bee champion-turned-pronouncer

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English, Other

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The transcript discusses the Scripps National Spelling Bee, highlighting Dr. Jacques Bailey's role as the head pronouncer since 2003. Bailey, a former champion, shares his experiences and offers advice to aspiring spellers. The competition's schedule and broadcast details are also provided, emphasizing the excitement and challenges of the event.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Doctor Jacques Bailey in the context of the Scripps National Spelling Bee?

A former spelling bee champion

A judge in the finals

The head pronouncer

A participant in the competition

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Doctor Bailey's advice for spelling bee participants?

Rely on intuition and simple spellings

Ignore the pronunciation

Avoid studying too hard

Focus on complex spellings

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Doctor Bailey's winning word in the spelling bee?

Elaborate

Elu kubrate

Elucidate

Elongate

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason Doctor Bailey returned to the spelling bee?

To teach pronunciation

To become a judge

To enjoy the camaraderie and love for words

To win the competition again

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When can viewers watch the live finals of the Scripps National Spelling Bee?

Wednesday, May 29th at 8:00 PM Eastern

Saturday, June 1st at 8:00 PM Eastern

Thursday, May 30th at 8:00 PM Eastern

Friday, May 31st at 8:00 PM Eastern