The $40,000 Chain Reaction (USA, Episode 9)

[billmcdee]

Today I will be playing for the American Cancer Society.  A great many of my own loved ones have died from this dreadful disease, and countless millions of other Americans have too.

[dougmorrisontheair]

(audience applauds respectfully)

I've lost many of my loved ones to cancer as well. So let's try to win $5000 for ACS.

Now, in this version of the Missing Link game, we spot you that $5000.








(ding)

In a moment, we'll spot you the top and bottom links and the initial letter of that missing link. A right answer pays $5000. For each additional letter you need on the missing link, it will cost you $1000.

If you're ready, Bill, here is your Missing Link game.








(ding)

At the top, DINAH; at the bottom, LEAVE. Your missing link starts with an S. For $5000, what is that missing link?

[billmcdee]

I'm glad to be old enough to know this answer.

I am SURE that the answer is SHORE!

[dougmorrisontheair]

Sho' nuff -- you're right.








(dings; audience applause; win music plays)

Dinah Shore -- the late great singer and talk show hostess. Shore leave is vacation time that professional sailors spend on dry land.

Bill, congratulations on winning $5000 for ACS. I know they'll put that money to great use.

Our search for the next five-time undefeated champion begins on the next Chain Reaction. 'Til then, make it a great day, keep the faith and treasure your loved ones.


(theme plays; audience applause)

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