Quiz Bowl

About the Program

Quiz bowl is a game in which two teams compete head-to-head to answer questions from all areas of knowledge, including history, literature, science, fine arts, current events, popular culture, sports, and more. There are also tournaments for individual players rather than teams.

The defining feature of quiz bowl is the use of a “buzzer system” that lets players interrupt the reading of a question when they know the answer. That element adds a dimension of confidence, anticipation, and rapid recall to a game about knowing facts. Those “tossup” questions are answered individually, but doing so earns one’s team a chance at a three-part “bonus” question. Bonus questions are worth more points and allow collaboration, but are generally more difficult. (Source: NAQT)

Membership Activities 

East High quiz bowl students participated in the 2020 KCAU/BVU tournament. It is an honor for teams to earn a place on this coveted TV competition. East earned 9th place in the 2020 tournament.

Meet the Advisor 

Activities