Final Jeopardy 8/17/23 (Novel Locales) & Who Won Thursday August 17 2023

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Today’s Final Jeopardy 8/17/2023 (Novel Locales) – Thursday, August 17 2023

This place from a 1933 novel lies in the valley of Blue Moon, below a peak called Karakal

Today’s Final Jeopardy Answer – Thursday, August 17 2023

The Final Jeopardy Answer is: Shangri-La

Final Jeopardy Explanation – Thursday, August 17 2023

Shangri-La is featured in the 1933 novel “Lost Horizon” by James Hilton. This fictional paradise is nestled in the valley of Blue Moon, beneath the Karakal mountain peak. In the story, Shangri-La is a haven of peace and tranquility, hidden away from the rest of the world. It is also associated with long life and harmony among its inhabitants. The term “Shangri-La” has since been used to represent an idyllic and serene place.

Today’s Contestants, Results & Who Won Jeopardy! Tonight – Thursday, August 17 2023

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Returning ChampionContestantContestant
Courtney Shah
Portland, Oregon
Community College Instructor

Final Score: $1,000
Round 2 Score: $5,200
Round 1 Score: $2,400
Rowan Ward
Chicago, Illinois
Chart Caller, Writer & Editor

Final Score: $10,401
Round 2 Score: $10,800
Round 1 Score: $3,600
John Focht
Originally El Paso, Texas
Software Team Lead

Winning Score: $32,000
Round 2 Score: $32,000
Round 1 Score: $3,000

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