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S5·E78 Show #993

Core Aired December 21, 1988
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Synopsis

Today's Contestants: Elizabeth Krown Spellman vs. John Hawekotte vs. Stuart Jacobson

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Episode recap

On this episode of Jeopardy!, three contestants competed for the top prize. Elizabeth Krown Spellman, John Hawekotte, and Stuart Jacobson faced off in a general knowledge competition where they were presented with clues in the form of answers.

The contestants took turns selecting categories and attempting to provide the correct question in response to the given answer. The categories and dollar amounts for each question were not specified in the provided information.

The contestants' scores were not disclosed in the synopsis, but it is known that the contestant with the highest score at the end of the game would be declared the winner and would advance to the next round.

The episode featured a standard Jeopardy! format, with contestants competing in the following rounds: Jeopardy! and Final Jeopardy!. The Final Jeopardy! round is a unique aspect of the show, where contestants are presented with a single question and must respond with a correct question in a limited amount of time.

The outcome of the game was not specified in the provided information, but it is known that the winner would be determined by the contestant's score at the end of the Final Jeopardy! round. The winner would then proceed to the next round of competition, where they would face off against other contestants in a bid to win the top prize.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 5 Episode 78 of Jeopardy! air?

Season 5, Episode 78 ('Show #993') originally aired on December 21, 1988.

How long is Season 5 Episode 78 ('Show #993')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Jeopardy!.

What happens in Jeopardy! Season 5 Episode 78?

Today's Contestants: Elizabeth Krown Spellman vs. John Hawekotte vs. Stuart Jacobson...

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