Question

This region contains the Southern part of the Arid Diagonal. Several salt lakes in this region are among the lowest in the world, such as its “coal lagoon” at 105 meters below sea level. This region’s Cave of the Hands contains hundreds of stenciled rock (-5[1])art works. This region’s highest peak, Mount Fitz Roy, is located in the vicinity of the Perito Moreno Glacier. A travelogue by (*) Antonio Pigafetta gave rise to this region's name. (10[1])Flightless birds called rheas are native to this region as are relatives of the llama called the guanaco. This region is separated from Tierra del Fuego by the Strait of Magellan. (10[1])For 10 points, name this region divided between Chile and Argentina, the so-called (10[1])“End of the World.” ■END■ (10[1])

ANSWER: Patagonia [accept Patagonian Desert]
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Buzzes

PlayerTeamOpponentBuzz PositionValue
Raymond WangCornell EarthRochester C44-5
Nathan ZhangCornell WindRIT7410
Darryl WangRochester ACornell Fire10510
Raza AliRochester CCornell Earth11810
Ethan MaddoxRochester BColumbia Ly-α12310

Summary

2023 ILLIAC (Cornell)2023-10-21Y4100%0%25%105.00
2023 ILLIAC (Mainsite)2023-10-21Y888%0%75%107.57