Dalai Lama Meets First Englishman in 1811 – Jeopardy Clue Revealed

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As a devoted fan, I’m excitedly sharing the Final Jeopardy clue from Monday, March 11, 2025! Yesterday, contestant Harvey Silikovitz delivered an outstanding performance, leaving the eight-time champion Laura Faddah in the dust with an impressive one-day total of $23,600. Tonight, he’ll be back on the stage to face off against Emily Johnson, a teacher from Georgia, and James Corson, a nuclear engineer from Maryland.

Final Jeopardy Question for March 11

On March 11, 2025, the last question in Jeopardy falls under the “Explorers” category. The clue reads:

[This explorer’s ship was named after a famous astronomer who discovered his home planet is not unique in having moons.]

Can you identify this modern-day explorer known for his interplanetary voyages?

In the year 1811, Thomas Manning made a journey that took him to approximately 12,000 feet above sea level. This marked the occasion when he became the first Englishman to encounter such an altitude.

As always, we’ve placed the correct answer near the end of this guide.

Final Jeopardy Wagers and Winner for March 11

On March 11, James clinched the title as the Jeopardy champion, holding the lead throughout the majority of the game. In the end, all three competitors correctly answered the Final Jeopardy question.

After correctly answering multiple Daily Double questions, James accumulated $29,000 prior to the last question. He went on to win an additional $13,000, ensuring he outpaced Emily and emerged victorious with a total of $42,000.

As a devoted admirer of James, I found myself sitting quite near him, with a shared pot of $20,800. I chose not to risk it all, wagering only $4,000. In the end, my strategy paid off, as I walked away with $24,800 and a runner-up title.

As a devoted follower, I was struggling to keep pace with the competitors and found myself in a tight spot with just $6,800. However, I took a bold step and doubled down, ultimately securing third place and walking away with a satisfying $13,600.

Final Jeopardy Answer for March 11

The correct answer for Final Jeopardy on March 11, 2025 is “Who is the Dalai Lama?”

Thomas Manning (distinct from Tom Manning), born in November 1772, is recognized as one of the early, if not the initial, European scholars specializing in Chinese studies. Voyaging through Canton, Bhutan, and Tibet, he encountered the ninth Dalai Lama at the Potala Palace in December 1811 when the young spiritual leader was just seven years old. He described the Dalai Lama as an “engaging and intriguing figure” and a “well-educated little prince.

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