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| − | A '''question set''' or '''packet set''' (or simply, "'''set'''") is a collection of all the question [[packets]] that are used for a tournament. Most question sets are [[mirror|mirrored]] at multiple sites across the U.S., Canada, and (sometimes) the world. | + | :''See also: [[:Category:sets|List of sets]]'' |
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| + | A '''question set''' or '''packet set''' (or simply, "'''set'''") is a collection of all the question [[packets]] that are used for a [[tournament]]. In modern usage, "tournament" can also be used for this purpose. Most question sets are [[mirror|mirrored]] at multiple sites across the U.S., Canada, and (sometimes) the world.</onlyinclude> | ||
| − | =="Packet" vs. " | + | =="Packet" vs. "set"== |
| − | A "packet" is a text document | + | A "packet" is a text document that contains the questions to be read during one round of quizbowl (usually 20 [[tossups]] and 20 [[bonuses]]). Traditionally this is a physical packet of stapled-together paper, but is now frequently a PDF or docx file. |
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| + | A "set" is a collection of multiple packets (usually 12 to 14) that a tournament is run on. Not all packets in a set are necessarily read, as tournament schedules often require fewer rounds of gameplay than the total number of available packets. | ||
==Set production== | ==Set production== | ||
| + | :''See also: [[Writing]] and [[Editing]]'' | ||
Question sets may be produced in various ways: | Question sets may be produced in various ways: | ||
*[[NAQT]]'s writing team produces multiple sets each year, including several [[IS]] sets, the Division I and II [[SCT]] sets, and the sets for each NAQT [[nationals]] ([[ICT]], [[HSNCT]], etc.). [[PACE]] also writes its own question set for each year's [[PACE NSC]]. Additionally, [[bad quizbowl]] organizations like [[Questions Unlimited]] typically write their own questions, though they also tend to [[repeat]] questions from previous years. | *[[NAQT]]'s writing team produces multiple sets each year, including several [[IS]] sets, the Division I and II [[SCT]] sets, and the sets for each NAQT [[nationals]] ([[ICT]], [[HSNCT]], etc.). [[PACE]] also writes its own question set for each year's [[PACE NSC]]. Additionally, [[bad quizbowl]] organizations like [[Questions Unlimited]] typically write their own questions, though they also tend to [[repeat]] questions from previous years. | ||
| − | *In contrast, [[ACF]] compiles its yearly [[ACF Fall|Fall]], [[ACF Regionals|Regionals]], and [[ACF|Nationals]] sets from teams' [[packet submission]]s, with the addition of a few editor-written packets to be used in the finals. Historically, many non-ACF college tournaments also used a packet-submission model, but its use is now limited to a handful of casual events like [[DECAMERON]]. Packet submission is also used by [[KSHSAA]] for its regional and state | + | *In contrast, [[ACF]] compiles its yearly [[ACF Fall|Fall]], [[ACF Regionals|Regionals]], and [[ACF Nationals|Nationals]] sets from teams' [[packet submission]]s, with the addition of a few editor-written packets to be used in the finals. Historically, many non-ACF college tournaments also used a packet-submission model, but its use is now limited to a handful of casual events like [[DECAMERON]]. Packet submission is also used by [[KSHSAA]] for its regional and state tournament sets. |
*Members of a particular school's [[team]] or club may produce [[housewrite|house-written]] question sets such as [[HFT]] and [[Penn Bowl]]. Two or more schools may sometimes join forces, producing collaborative housewrites like [[WHAQ]] and [[RMBAT]]. | *Members of a particular school's [[team]] or club may produce [[housewrite|house-written]] question sets such as [[HFT]] and [[Penn Bowl]]. Two or more schools may sometimes join forces, producing collaborative housewrites like [[WHAQ]] and [[RMBAT]]. | ||
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==Unclear set content== | ==Unclear set content== | ||
| − | + | No specific details about a set's question content may be discussed publicly until the set is [[clear|cleared]] for discussion. Most non-NAQT sets that have been cleared are posted on [[quizbowlpackets.com]]. | |
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Latest revision as of 09:56, 6 January 2022
- See also: List of sets
A question set or packet set (or simply, "set") is a collection of all the question packets that are used for a tournament. In modern usage, "tournament" can also be used for this purpose. Most question sets are mirrored at multiple sites across the U.S., Canada, and (sometimes) the world.
"Packet" vs. "set"
A "packet" is a text document that contains the questions to be read during one round of quizbowl (usually 20 tossups and 20 bonuses). Traditionally this is a physical packet of stapled-together paper, but is now frequently a PDF or docx file.
A "set" is a collection of multiple packets (usually 12 to 14) that a tournament is run on. Not all packets in a set are necessarily read, as tournament schedules often require fewer rounds of gameplay than the total number of available packets.
Set production
Question sets may be produced in various ways:
- NAQT's writing team produces multiple sets each year, including several IS sets, the Division I and II SCT sets, and the sets for each NAQT nationals (ICT, HSNCT, etc.). PACE also writes its own question set for each year's PACE NSC. Additionally, bad quizbowl organizations like Questions Unlimited typically write their own questions, though they also tend to repeat questions from previous years.
- In contrast, ACF compiles its yearly Fall, Regionals, and Nationals sets from teams' packet submissions, with the addition of a few editor-written packets to be used in the finals. Historically, many non-ACF college tournaments also used a packet-submission model, but its use is now limited to a handful of casual events like DECAMERON. Packet submission is also used by KSHSAA for its regional and state tournament sets.
- Members of a particular school's team or club may produce house-written question sets such as HFT and Penn Bowl. Two or more schools may sometimes join forces, producing collaborative housewrites like WHAQ and RMBAT.
- Sets may also be produced by independent writing teams that are assembled through an open call for writers on the hsquizbowl.org forums, and/or by contacting people on the quizbowl Discord. Examples of these sets include CALISTO and WORKSHOP.
Unclear set content
No specific details about a set's question content may be discussed publicly until the set is cleared for discussion. Most non-NAQT sets that have been cleared are posted on quizbowlpackets.com.