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Half a Minute to Win It!

Half a Minute to Win It!

Got answers faster than socks disappearing in the laundry? Then you just might win Mike and Amanda’s Half a Minute to Win It! In 30 seconds, answer 10 questions with ONE letter… and if your brain doesn’t short-circuit, you’ll win $500!

Here are the basic rules: We will ask 10 Questions in 30 seconds, and you MUST answer with that play’s given letter. You can pass on a question and come back to answer if there’s still time on the clock.  Mike, Amanda, and the Judges’ decisions are final, and we will accept the first answer only!

Sign up below to be a contestant and listen weekday mornings at 6:35 to play along in the car!

All contest rules for this contest can be found HERE!

Here is an example quiz:
LETTER IS S

  • What reptile slithers and hisses  SNAKE
  • You put these on before your shoes SOCKS
  • What you use to cut paper SCISSORS
  • What planet has rings SATURN
  • A utensil to eat soup SPOON
  • An animal known for being stinky SKUNK
  • Their slogan is “Eat Fresh” SUBWAY
  • A way to cook eggs SUNNYSIDE OR SCRAMBLED
  • A type of precipitation SNOW or SLEET
  • You suck a drink through this STRAW

In order to be a contestant, you must be available by phone M-F between 9a-11a.  Please see the official contest rules for eligibility

Half a Minute to Win It

Half a Minute to Win It

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