Andy Challenges a Spelling Whiz!

TheEllenShow・2 minutes read

A spelling bee in Jackson County, Missouri ran out of words after 60 rounds, leading to a rematch two weeks later where seventh grader Sophia Hoffman beat fifth grader Sophia impressing with her spelling skills, winning a sash and an iPad as a prize.

Insights

  • The Jackson County spelling bee went on for an unprecedented 60 rounds, resulting in a rematch due to running out of words, showcasing the exceptional spelling abilities of the contestants.
  • Seventh-grader Sophia Hoffman emerged victorious, defeating impressive fifth-grader Sophia, highlighting the competitive spirit and talent displayed by young spellers in the competition.

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Recent questions

  • Who won the spelling bee in Jackson County?

    Sophia

  • What prize did the spelling bee winner receive?

    Sash and iPad

  • How many rounds did the spelling bee competition last?

    60

  • Who was the runner-up in the spelling bee?

    Sophia Hoffman

  • What led to a rematch in the spelling bee competition?

    Running out of words

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"Spelling Bee Marathon Ends in Rematch"

  • Spelling bee in Jackson County, Missouri had finalists compete for 60 rounds, running out of words, leading to a rematch two weeks later.
  • Seventh grader beats fifth grader Sophia Hoffman, the runner-up, who impressed with her spelling skills.
  • Host Ellen tests Sophia and producer Andy on spelling words like "fatigue," "toboggan," "tchotchke," and "cummerbund."
  • Sophia wins the spelling challenge, receiving a sash and an iPad as a prize.
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