What year did the game show Jeopardy first premiere on television?
1964
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Who was the original host of Jeopardy when it premiered in 1964?
Art Fleming
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In which city was the original Jeopardy show filmed in its early years?
New York City
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Which acclaimed TV personality has been the host of Jeopardy since 1984?
Alex Trebek
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What three contestants take part in a standard game of Jeopardy?
One champion and two challengers
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What is the maximum dollar amount a contestant can earn in a single round of Jeopardy (not including Daily Doubles or Final Jeopardy)?
$18,000
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In the "Double Jeopardy!" round, each clue is worth how much more than in the "Jeopardy!" round?
Twice the value
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What is the term used for a contestant who finishes in third place on Jeopardy?
Third-place finisher
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During the Final Jeopardy segment, contestants can wager any amount up to what limit?
The total of their current score
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What is the name of the music that plays during the Final Jeopardy segment for contestants to write down their responses?
"Think!" theme
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When a contestant responds incorrectly on Jeopardy, they lose the amount they wagered. What is this type of round called?
Clue's Turn
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How long does each episode of Jeopardy typically last on television, not including commercial breaks?
Approximately 22 minutes
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Jeopardy is known for its unique answer-and-question format. What is the term for providing an answer in the form of a question?
Response with phrasing
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What term is used to describe the returning champion on Jeopardy who continues to compete in additional games?
Titleholder
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In the Tournament of Champions on Jeopardy, how many past champions compete against each other?
15 contestants
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What is the longest-running quiz show on American television, as recognized by the Guinness World Records?
Jeopardy
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Jeopardy has won numerous awards over the years. How many Daytime Emmy Awards has the show received for Outstanding Game Show?
35
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Each game of Jeopardy consists of how many rounds of regular play before the Final Jeopardy round?
Two rounds
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Which company produces the TV game show Jeopardy?
Sony Pictures Television
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What is the minimum age to qualify as a contestant on Jeopardy?
18 years old
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