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This competition is for students who:
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Founded in 1873, The Harvard Crimson is the official student newspaper of Harvard University, and the oldest continuously published daily college newspaper in the United States. The Crimson has a rich tradition of journalistic integrity and counts among its ranks of editorship some of America's greatest journalists. More than 40 Crimson alumni have won the Pulitzer Prize; many of their portraits line the walls of The Crimson.
Countless Crimson alumni have gone on to make history in journalism, business, public service, and politics; distinguishable figures include Franklin D. Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy, Steve Ballmer, Linda Greenhouse, Jim Cramer, Susan Wojcicki and more.
Strengthen understanding of topics like history, geography, and communities by applying them in new and interesting ways.
Develop confidence in thinking about people, places, and how societies work through simple and thoughtful questions.
Take part in a competition that makes learning about the world engaging and enjoyable.
2-5 students per team
(all team members must be from the same school)
Kindergarten - Grade 2 (Year 1 - 3)
Grade 3 - 5 (Year 4 - 6)
Description: The preliminary round is open to all registered teams worldwide
Format:
Lower Primary
Students will explore simple ideas about the world around them. This may include learning about people, families, and communities, as well as recognising places, basic maps, and everyday environments. Questions may involve identifying familiar situations, understanding simple routines, and making observations about how people live and interact.
Upper Primary
Students will engage in topics including understanding basic history, geography, and cultures, as well as how communities function. Questions may involve interpreting simple maps or information, recognising key ideas about places and societies, and making connections to real-world contexts.
Description: The top 15 highest-scoring teams in each quiz category from the preliminary round will qualify for the global semi-final round.
Format: Live Zoom session to answer rapid-fire questions
Description: The top 5 performing team from the semi-final round in each quiz category will advance to the global final round.
Format: Live Zoom session to answer rapid-fire questions
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This competition is more than a contest; it's your gateway to the fascinating realm of global knowledge and academic exploration.
Interested in more than just Social Science?
The Harvard Crimson Global Quiz Bowl also includes other fun categories like Reading & Spelling and Math & Science. Students can join different teams for different categories and try out a variety of subjects.
It’s a great way to explore new interests, learn more, and enjoy the experience of competing across different areas!
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