Super Bowl

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What is the Super Bowl?

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The Super Bowl is the championship game of the National Football League (NFL), held annually.

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Why is the Super Bowl important for cities?

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It can boost local economies by increasing tourism and creating jobs.

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What does it mean when an event is a 'short-term economic success'?

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It means the event quickly generates a lot of money and jobs for the local area.

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What is a common reason for inflated economic projections for events?

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They often assume all spending is new to the economy.

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What is one requirement the NFL had for hosting a Super Bowl?

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Cities may need to provide certain amenities, like free access to golf courses.

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How much money did Minnesota raise for Super Bowl LII?

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Minnesota raised $50 million in private funds.

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What is a key benefit of hosting the Super Bowl?

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It can attract more investors and businesses to the area.

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What is the Mercedes Benz stadium known for?

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It hosted the Super Bowl and other major events like the CFP championship.

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What does 'boosting local jobs' mean?

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It means creating more job opportunities for people in the area.

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What is tourism?

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Tourism is when people travel to visit a place for leisure or events.