On the third day of the NSMQ 2023 held at KNUST, proceeding began on a high note with a well-deserved triumph for Konongo Odumasi SHS. They effortlessly outperformed their rivals, Asamankese SHS and Sonrise Christian High School (one of the private schools contesting in the NSMQ 2023), securing an impressive score of 44 points.
The beautiful smile from Konongo Odumasi SHS after successfully beating their opponents
The 30th Anniversary edition of the National Science & Maths Quiz kicked off, on October 6th, 2023. As an exciting highlight of the 30th Anniversary celebrations, this year's NSMQ is being hosted in two distinct regions: KNUST in Kumasi and the National Theatre in Accra. This historic occurrence represents the first time the National Championship spans across two regions. KNUST will serve as the venue for the initial four stages of the competition, with the Grand Finale scheduled to captivate audiences at the National Theatre.
Three schools vied for supremacy at the KNUST Auditorium. At precisely 9:00 am, all contestants were seated in anticipation of the competition's start. The Quiz Mistress, Mrs. Gladys Odey Schwinger officially began the contest at 9:15 am. Competing for a spot in the One-eighth stage of the annual National Science & Maths Quiz Competition were Asamankese SHS, Sonrise Christian High School, and Konongo Odumasi SHS.
Sonrise Christian High School contestants having a tête-à-tête on a Physics question in Round 1
The initial round posed a challenge for all three schools, with questions proving to be both slow and challenging. However, at the conclusion of the first round, Konongo Odumase was leading with 16 points. As Round 2 drew to a close, Konongo Odumase demonstrated their determination to succeed.
The disappointing look from the Asamankese SHS supporters after their contestants failed to answer a simple True/False question in Round 4
The spirited supporters from Konongo Odumasi transformed the auditorium atmosphere with their enthusiastic cheers, screams, and applause, significantly boosting the morale of the contestants. Ultimately, after Round 5, Konongo Odumasi won and secured a spot in the One-eighth Stage of the 2023 National Science & Maths Quiz competition."
The final results are as follows:
Round One General Questions (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology)
Asamankese SHS 11 points
Konongo Odumasi SHS 16 points
Sonrise Christian High School 9 points
Round Two (Pepsodent Speed Race)
Asamankese SHS 14 points
Konongo Odumasi SHS 33 points
Sonrise Christian High School 7 points
Round Three (Problem of the Day)
Asamankese SHS 0/10 points
Konongo Odumasi SHS 4/10 points
Sonrise Christian High School 0/10 points
Round Four (True/False)
Asamankese SHS 24 points
Konongo Odumasi SHS 44 points
Sonrise Christian High School 14 points
Round Five (Riddle)
Asamankese SHS 37 points
Konongo Odumasi SHS 44 points
Sonrise Christian High School 17 points
The 30th Anniversary Edition of the NSMQ is proudly brought to you by the Ghana Education Service in partnership with GOIL Plc and supported by Joy News, AT, Prudential Life Insurance Ghana, Pepsodent Toothpaste, Beta Malt, GARNET, Coronation Insurance, Academic City University College, Accra College of Medicine, Cowbell, Bel Beverages, GTP, Newmont Ghana, Africa World Airlines, and YFM. This is a Primetime production!
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