If you are running an event the last part of the day, be aware that scoring needs to be especially quick since the awards program usually takes place as soon as possible after the events end. By this we mean the event must have something that is gradeable and that will produce a score for each team. Prepare answer sheets that can be scored quickly. Do not hesitate to use multiple choice type questions or questions with simple answers that are one word or a few words as well as short answer questions.
Some events lend themselves to identifying unknowns, etc.
Be sure to read to see if the rules provide recommendations for breaking ties. The best way to break ties is to select parts of your event or certain questions to use. Score all parts of the event and then if ties exist, use the team s score on the part of the event you selected. If you are doing both the middle school and high school levels for the same event at a tournament, consider using the same event for both levels with minor changes in a few questions to make the event more appropriate. DO NOT be surprised if you used the exact same event and middle school students do better in some cases.