St. Francis vs Pettisville (Semifinal)
Season 2024 Episode 30 | 26m 22sVideo has Closed Captions
St. Francis takes on Pettisville in a semifinal match of the 2024-2025 quiz bowl season.
St. Francis and Pettisville high schools compete in a semifinal match of the 2024-2025 season, with the winner moving on to face Pandora-Gilboa in the Championship.
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St. Francis vs Pettisville (Semifinal)
Season 2024 Episode 30 | 26m 22sVideo has Closed Captions
St. Francis and Pettisville high schools compete in a semifinal match of the 2024-2025 season, with the winner moving on to face Pandora-Gilboa in the Championship.
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This is going to be a match of motivated masters of the mind.
Only one team can leave victorious.
Who's it going to be?
Only one way to find out for the semi-final round.
"BGSU Brain Game" starts right now!
(bright music) And welcome to "BGSU Brain Game."
Pettisville versus St. Francis.
Let's take a look at our starting lineups.
For Pettisville, led by Coach Sivik.
In slot number one, we have Keegan, the freshman.
In slot number two, Emily, the senior.
And in slot number three, Caroline, a junior.
Now for St. Francis led by Coach Geding.
In slot number one, a sophomore, it's Jordan A.
In slot number two, their senior, Justin.
And in slot number three, Jordan E., a junior.
All right, teams, we're going to start things off in this semi-final round like we always do.
It is with our Toss-up round.
In this round, there are 10 questions.
No deduction for an incorrect answer, so you can play a little bit looser on your buzzers.
You may confer before buzzing in, and you can, I repeat, you can steal a question in this round.
All right, St. Francis, Pettisville, semi-final round starts right now.
Present day Asian capitol city that is home of the Spanish-built fortified city of Intramuros.
(buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis, Justin.
- Beijing?
- [Marc] Incorrect.
Pettisville, chance to steal.
(buzzer beeps) That would be Keegan.
- Manila?
- Manila is correct.
Home to Daniel Boone, what state's motto is- (buzzer beeps) That would be Pettisville.
Emily.
- Kentucky?
- Kentucky.
"United we stand, divided we fall."
Who were the Canaanite people that were skilled craftsmen and developed the alphabet thought to have been the basis- (buzzer beeps) That would be Pettisville.
Emily.
- Sumerians.
- Incorrect.
For the Greek alphabet.
St. Francis, chance to steal.
(buzzer beeps) That would be Jordan E. - The Minoans?
- Incorrect.
The Phoenicians is what we needed there.
What defensive structure began construction circa 214 BC to check barbarian invasions from the north?
(buzzer beeps) Pettisville, Keegan.
- The Great Wall of China.
- Correct!
In the movie "The Rise of Skywalker," who is revealed to be Rey's grandfather?
(buzzer beeps) That would be Pettisville, Emily.
- Emperor Palpatine.
- Correct!
What is the unit of wavelength in the electromagnetic spectrum equal to 10 to the negative 10- (buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Justin.
- Angstrom.
- Angstrom is correct!
Multiple choice question.
What was the radioactive element discovered by the Curies in- (buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Justin.
- Radium.
- Incorrect.
In 1898 from pitchblende.
Is it A, uranium; B, polonium; or C, radium?
(buzzer beeps) That would be Pettisville, Caroline.
- C, radium.
- Incorrect, it is B, polonium.
Name The entrepreneur that borrowed the idea and company name from two California brothers before opening his first McDonald's restaurant.
(buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Justin.
- Kroc.
- Kroc is correct!
Multiple choice question again.
What are the building blocks of DNA consisting of a sugar, phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base?
Is it A, nucleotides; B- (buzzer beeps) That would be Pettisville.
Emily.
- A?
- A, nucleotides is correct.
Mary Tudor ascended to the English throne in 1553.
Her attempts to restore the Roman Catholic, or, excuse me, restore Roman Catholicism, earned her what nickname?
(buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Justin.
- Bloody Mary.
- Bloody Mary is correct.
That is all 10 questions in this round.
Let's take a look at our score.
We have St. Francis, 30, and Pettisville at 50 points.
Stay tuned, we're just getting started.
Risk and Reward is coming up next.
(bright music) (bright music) And welcome back to "BGSU Brain Game."
St. Francis, 30, Pettisville at 50 points.
We do have one substitute coming in for St. Francis.
That's in slot number three.
It is Bennett, a freshman.
Welcome to you and all of our returning players from the last round.
This is the Risk and Reward round.
Both teams are going to have a shot at the same 10 questions.
The first 9, 10 points a piece, no deduction for an incorrect answer.
However, the 10th question is the Risk and Reward question.
We will give you a topic, and you can risk up to 30 of your valuable points on that topic.
You get it right, you get the points.
You get it wrong or a non-answer, you lose the points.
However, if you don't like the topic, you can simply pass.
Sound good?
All right.
Let's see, St. Francis, you're at 30, Pettisville, you're at 50, you will be sticking around.
St. Francis, out you go.
Time for isolation.
All right, Pettisville, are you ready for Risk and Reward?
Here we go.
Did the French Revolution begin before or after 1775?
(buzzer beeps) Emily.
- After.
- Correct, 1789.
In the sentence, "On Wednesday, we attended the ceremony for Mark's promotion to lieutenant," what is the correct spelling of the word lieutenant?
(buzzer beeps) That would be Emily.
- L-I-E-U-T-E-N-A-N-T. - Correct!
What Greek historian is considered to be the father of history?
(buzzer beeps) That'd be Emily.
- Diocletian.
- Incorrect.
Herodotus is what we needed there.
Begins with an A, type of plant that reproduces by bearing flowers, fruits, and seeds.
(buzzer beeps) That would be Emily.
- Asexual reproducer.
(laughs) - Incorrect.
Angiosperm is what we needed there.
The California gold rush was before or after 1865?
(buzzer beeps) That would be Emily.
- What do you think?
- I don't know.
- After?
After.
- Incorrect.
Before, it was 1848 to 1855.
What naturally occurring substance in honey is known for its antibacterial properties?
(bell dings) Hydrogen peroxide.
That does not sound as tasty as honey, does it?
What is the sum of the square root of 196 and 5?
(bell dings) (buzzer beeps) In time?
Negative.
19 is what we needed there.
Multiple choice question.
Who painted the extremely odd work "The Garden of Earthly Delights?"
Was it A, Leonardo da Vinci; B, Hieronymus Bosch; or C, Robert Campin?
(buzzer beeps) That would be Emily.
- B?
- B is correct.
Name for the day of the year on which the direct rays of the Sun strike the Tropic of Cancer.
(buzzer beeps) That will be Emily.
- Equinox?
- Incorrect.
Solstice is what we needed there.
Risk and Reward time.
The topic is plants.
You can risk up to 30 points in 5-point increments on the topic of plants.
What do you think, Pettisville?
- We'll do 10.
- We're going to do 10 points.
- 10 points it is, on plants.
Swollen underground plant food storage organ that is similar to a bulb.
Potatoes are an example.
(buzzer beeps) That would be Emily.
- Taproot?
- Incorrect.
Tuber is what we were looking for there.
Negative 10 points for you.
And that wraps up Risk and Reward for you.
Let's clear Pettisville's score.
And right this way, you know it's time.
It's time for isolation.
And let's bring back in St. Francis.
Come on in!
Welcome back, St. Francis.
Are you ready for Risk and Reward?
- We are.
- Yup.
- Here we go.
Did the French Revolution begin before or after 1775?
(buzzer beeps) That would be Justin.
- After.
- Correct, 1789.
In the sentence, "On Wednesday, we attended the ceremony for Mark's promotion to lieutenant," what is the correct spelling of the word lieutenant?
(buzzer beeps) That would be Justin.
- L-I-E-U-T-E-N-A-N-T. - Correct!
What Greek historian is considered to be the father of history?
(buzzer beeps) That would be Justin.
- Herodotus.
- Correct!
Begins with an A, type of plant that reproduces by bearing flowers, fruits, and seeds.
(buzzer beeps) That'd be Jordan A.
- Apple.
- Incorrect.
Angiosperm is what we needed there.
The California gold rush was before or after 1865?
(buzzer beeps) - That would be Jordan A.
- Before.
- Before is correct, 1848 to 1855.
What naturally occurring substance in honey is known for its antibacterial properties?
(buzzer beeps) That would be Justin.
- Carbon dioxide.
- Incorrect.
Hydrogen peroxide.
What is the sum of the square root of 196 and 5?
(buzzer beeps) That would be Jordan A.
- 19.
- Correct!
Multiple choice question.
Who painted the extremely odd work "The Garden of Earthly Delights?"
Is it A, Leonardo da Vinci; B, Hieronymus Bosch; or C, Robert Campin?
(buzzer beeps) That would be Justin.
- B.
- B, Hieronymus Bosch is correct.
Name for the day of the year on which the direct rays of the Sun strike the Tropic of Cancer.
(buzzer beeps) That would be Justin.
- Vernal equinox.
- Incorrect.
Solstice is what we needed there.
Risk and Reward time.
Our topic is plants.
You can risk up to 30 points in 5-point increments on plants, or you can pass.
- Category questions.
Can we do that?
- We'll risk 20.
- 20 points on plants.
Swollen underground plant food storage organ that is similar to a bulb.
Potatoes are an example.
(buzzer beeps) Justin.
- Root.
- Incorrect.
Tuber is what we needed specifically there.
All right, that is the end of the Risk and Reward round for you.
It's now time to clear St. Francis' score and let's bring back in Pettisville.
Welcome back to you.
Let's take a look at where our two teams stand.
St. Francis has 70 points.
Pettisville has 70 points.
All right, semi-finals time.
Stick around, category round is coming up next.
(dynamic music) (active music) And welcome back to "BGSU Brain Game" semi-final round.
Pettisville versus St. Francis, and we are tied.
That's right, we are tied at 70 points a piece as we move into the category round.
In this round, there are six categories to choose from.
Questions worth 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 points.
But, oh, doggone it, that's right, deductions start right now.
So if you go for 20, you are risking 20.
You go for 10, you're risking 10.
There is one double or nothing question hiding in there.
Could be a game changer in this kind of match.
You may confer before buzzing in and you can steal a question in this round.
Since we are tied, we did a coin toss before this round and Pettisville was the winner of that coin toss, meaning they get to make the first selection.
- [Emily] Modes of transportation, 10.
- Modes of transportation for 10 points.
The airplane that transports the vice-president of the United States- (buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Justin.
- Air Force Two.
- Air Force Two is correct.
St. Francis takes the lead and control.
- [Justin] Units of measurement, 20.
- Units of measurement for 20 points.
I will state a measurement, you are to provide the name of the unit that is equivalent to the given unit and equal to only one unit.
For example, if I were to read 12 inches, you would respond one foot.
Three teaspoons.
(buzzer beeps) St. Francis, Justin.
- One tablespoon.
- Correct.
St. Francis in control.
- [Justin] Units of measurement, 25.
- Units of measurement for 25 points.
33.814 fluid ounces.
(buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis, Justin.
- One liter.
- One liter is correct.
St. Francis in control.
- [Justin] Units of measurement, 30.
- Units of measurement now for 30 points.
Six feet.
(buzzer beeps) St. Francis, Justin.
- One hand.
- [Marc] Incorrect.
Pettisville, chance to steal.
(bell dings) Time.
One fathom.
One fathom.
St. Francis still in control.
- [Justin] Units of measurement, 15.
- Units of measurement now for 15 points.
39.37 inches.
(buzzer beeps) St. Francis, Justin.
- One meter.
- One meter is correct.
- [Justin] Modes of transport for 15.
- Modes of transport for 15 points.
The American Space Shuttle that was the first to dock with the Russian space station Mir.
(bell dings) If I were to say lost underwater city?
The Atlantis.
St. Francis in control.
- [Justin] Current events for 20.
- Current events for 20 points.
This is the double or nothing question.
Open to all buzzers.
On Monday, April 28th, 2025, who was elected as the new prime minister of Canada?
(buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Bennett.
- Carney.
- [Marc] Carney is correct.
Double the points, still in control is St. Francis.
- [Justin] Current events for 25.
- Current events for 25 points.
In order for a cardinal to be elected as the next pope, he must receive how many votes- That would be St. Francis.
Justin.
- Two thirds.
- [Marc] Two thirds during the conclave, correct.
In control, St. Francis.
- [Justin] Current events for 30.
- Current events for 30 points.
What was the top-grossing movie worldwide for the year 2024?
(bell dings) "Inside Out 2."
St. Francis in control.
- [Justin] Technology for 20.
- Technology for 20 points.
As of April 1st, 2025, which U.S. state is considered the data center capitol of the world?
(bell dings) Time.
It's Virginia.
Virginia.
In control is St. Francis.
- [Justin] Begins with SP for 20.
- Begins with SP for 20 points.
Happening or arising without being- (buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Justin.
- Spontaneous.
- Spontaneous is correct.
In control is St. Francis.
- [Justin] Begins with SP, 15.
- Begins with SP for 15 points.
A sudden and involuntary muscle contraction.
(buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Jordan A.
- Spasm.
- Spasm is correct.
St. Francis in control, stepping on the gas.
- [Justin] Begins with SP, 25.
- Begins with SP for 25.
To explore caves- (buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Justin.
- Spelunking.
- [Marc] Spelunk is correct, or spelunking.
St. Francis in control.
- [Justin] Pop culture potpourri for 15.
- Pop culture potpourri for 15 points.
What is the nickname for Sirius Black in the "Harry Potter" films?
(bell dings) - [Marc] Padfoot.
Padfoot.
In control is St. Francis.
- [Justin] Technology, 15.
- Technology for 15 points.
What is the name of the famous AI program developed by IBM- (buzzer beeps) That would be Pettisville.
Emily.
- ChatGPT?
- Incorrect.
That defeated Garry Kasparov in chess?
(buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Justin.
- Deep Blue.
- [Marc] Deep Blue in 1997.
In control is St. Francis.
- [Justin] Units of measurement, 10 - Units of measurement for 10 points.
5,200 and- (buzzer beeps) That would be Pettisville.
Emily.
- One mile.
- One mile is correct.
Pettisville takes control.
- [Emily] Current events, 15.
- Current events for 15 points.
In late March of 2025, a 7.7 earthquake struck at the center of which country- (buzzer beeps) That would be Pettisville.
Emily.
- Thailand.
- Incorrect.
Causing it to be the second deadliest quake in that country's history.
St. Francis, chance to steal.
- No thanks.
- [Marc] They are saying no.
Myanmar is what we needed there.
In control is Pettisville.
- [Emily] Begins with SP, 30.
- Begins with SP for 30 points.
To prepare a chicken or other fowl for- (buzzer beeps) That would be Pettisville.
Emily.
- Spatchcock.
- Correct.
Pettisville in control.
- [Emily] Begins with SP, 10.
- Begins with SP for 10 points.
Impressive or striking in appearance or effect.
(buzzer beeps) That would be Pettisville.
Caroline.
- Spectacular.
- [Marc] Spectacular is correct.
Pettisville in control, fighting back.
- [Emily] Modes of transport, 30.
- Modes of transport for 30 points.
The British ship on which Sir Francis Drake circled the world between 1577 and 1580.
(buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Justin.
- The Endeavor.
- [Marc] Incorrect.
Pettisville, chance to steal.
- We'll pass.
- They are going to pass.
Golden Hind is what we needed there.
(bell dings) End of round.
Let's take a look at our score.
We have Pettisville with 90, and currently in the lead with 220 is St. Francis.
Stick around, brainstorm is coming up next.
(dynamic music) (active music) And welcome back to "BGSU Brain Game."
Pettisville at 90 points, St. Francis at 220 points.
Still anybody's game as we approach the BrainStorm round.
Before we do that though, let's welcome a returning player in slot number one for St. Francis.
It's Jordan E. Welcome back to Jordan E. and all of our returning players from the previous round.
This is it!
This is where you find all them marbles.
This is the BrainStorm round.
All questions in this round are 20 points a piece.
Negative 20 points for an incorrect answer.
You may confer before buzzing in, but the big thing in this round, no stealing.
I repeat, no stealing in this round.
We move immediately to the next question.
Pettisville, St. Francis, are you ready for the BrainStorm round?
- We are.
- Here we go in three, two, one.
What is the capitol of Croatia?
(buzzer beeps) That would be Pettisville.
Keegan.
- Zagreb.
- Correct.
What is the sum of 13 squared plus one?
(buzzer beeps) St. Francis, Justin.
- 170.
- Correct!
What is the phenomenon that causes light to bend when it passes from one medium to another?
(buzzer beeps) Pettisville, Keegan.
- Refraction?
- Correct!
What is the pH range of acids?
(buzzer beeps) St. Francis, Justin.
- Zero to seven.
- Correct!
As of April 1st, 2025, name both of the active United States senators from Ohio.
(buzzer beeps) St. Francis, Justin.
- Jon Husted and Sherrod Brown.
- Incorrect.
Bernie Moreno.
In what European city would you find the Van Gogh Museum?
(bell dings) Time.
Amsterdam.
Which American symbol was hidden from the British in 1777 Philadelphia to prevent them from melting it down for- (buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Justin.
- Liberty Bell.
- Liberty Bell is correct.
A majestic creature with the head and wings of an eagle and the body of a horse.
(buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Justin.
- Pegasus.
- Incorrect.
A hippogriff is what we needed there.
As of April 1st, 2025, who is the president of Mexico?
(bell dings) Time.
Claudia Sheinbaum.
What does a lepidopterist collect?
(bell dings) Time.
Butterflies.
What country borders Israel to the north?
(buzzer beeps) That would be St. Francis.
Justin.
- Lebanon.
- Correct!
What is the inert gas with the atomic number of 36?
(buzzer beeps) St. Francis, Justin.
- Krypton?
- Krypton is correct.
What is the unit of power equal to one joule per second?
(buzzer beeps) St. Francis, Justin.
- Watt.
- Watt is correct.
Begins with an R, a synonym for garage sale.
(buzzer beeps) St. Francis, Justin.
- Rummage sale.
- Rummage sale is correct.
What president was known as the conservationist president?
(buzzer beeps) St. Francis, Justin.
- Theodore Roosevelt.
- Correct.
What do we call the tissue- (bell dings) The end of round.
Let's take a look at our score.
Pettisville, 130, and our winner with 340 points is St. Francis.
Let's give both these teams a big round of applause.
(audience applauds) In the spirit of good sportsmanship, we're going to meet in the middle, shake hands, and we're going to see you at the next "BGSU Brain Game."
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