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S5·E66 Show #981

Core Aired December 5, 1988
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Synopsis

Today's Contestants: Kate Lanes vs. Mark Jennings vs. Jack Lechner

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Episode recap

On this episode of Jeopardy!, three contestants competed for a chance to win cash and prizes. The contestants were Kate Lanes, Mark Jennings, and Jack Lechner. The game was presented by Alex Trebek, with Johnny Gilbert serving as the announcer.

The contestants were presented with a series of general knowledge clues in the form of answers, and they had to respond with the correct question. The clues covered a wide range of topics, including history, science, literature, and pop culture.

The contestants competed in a series of rounds, including the Jeopardy! round, the Double Jeopardy! round, and the Final Jeopardy! round. In each round, the contestants had to respond correctly to the clues in order to earn money and stay in the game.

The contestant with the highest score at the end of the game won the competition and took home the cash and prizes. The outcome of the game was determined by the contestants' performance in the Final Jeopardy! round, where they had to respond to a single clue with the correct question.

The game was a test of the contestants' knowledge and their ability to think quickly and respond correctly under pressure. The outcome of the game was a result of their individual performances, and the winner was determined by their score at the end of the competition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 5 Episode 66 of Jeopardy! air?

Season 5, Episode 66 ('Show #981') originally aired on December 5, 1988.

How long is Season 5 Episode 66 ('Show #981')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Jeopardy!.

What happens in Jeopardy! Season 5 Episode 66?

Today's Contestants: Kate Lanes vs. Mark Jennings vs. Jack Lechner...

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