Thursday 19 / September / 2024
The seventh match of the T Quiz League Season 1 saw Modern Generation Private School (MGPS) face off against British School Muscat (BSM) in a thrilling competition that tested both strategy and knowledge. Hosted at Downe House Muscat, the teams battled it out in a match filled with nail-biting moments and tactical play.
Representing MGPS were Ahmed, Sultan and Fatima, coached by Ms. Harjeet Kaur and Ms. Zahra Ahmed. From BSM, the trio of Mikaeel, Arnav and Tatvam competed under the guidance of their coach, Mr. Jonathan Marsh. Both teams brought their A-game, showcasing a fine balance of quick thinking and collaboration.
Challenging Questions Across a Wide Spectrum
The match featured a diverse array of questions, testing the participants' general knowledge. A notable question in the opening round asked the teams to identify the famous landmark in Oman that was inaugurated in October 2011 with a performance of Italian composer Puccini's Turandot. The answer: "Royal Opera House Muscat."
Another question challenged the teams' familiarity with online trends: "In what popular online word game do you have to guess the correct five-letter word in six tries?" The answer, of course, was "Wordle."
The third round stirred up some excitement with this one: "Name the game in which little players are lined up on rods in rows, also known as table soccer." The answer: "Foosball."
Strategic Play in the Testing Times Round
The Testing Times round took the competition to the next level, with categories such as "Add a Vowel," "Newspaper Nuances," "Colorful Words," and "Scientific Explanation." Both teams needed to think strategically to outmaneuver their opponents, showcasing not only their knowledge but also their ability to anticipate and react to the game dynamics.
Powering the T Quiz League
As always, the T Quiz League is supported by a remarkable group of partners: MHD/INEOS Grenadier, Vodafone, Lulu, Muscat Pharmacy, Malabar Gold, New India Assurance, Oman Oasis, and VOX/Snow Oman/Magic Planet. The event, produced by TTV and Manzana Events, is hosted by the engaging Quizmaster Deepa
Double Elimination Keeps the Excitement Going
In this double elimination format, both MGPS and BSM will have another shot to compete in future rounds, keeping their championship hopes alive. With each match more intense than the last, the journey to the top is heating up.
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