71st Scripps National Spelling Bee
The 71st Scripps National Spelling Bee was held in Washington, D.C., on May 27–28, 1998, sponsored by the E.W. Scripps Company.
| 71st Scripps National Spelling Bee | |
|---|---|
| Date | May 27–28, 1998 |
| Location | Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, D.C. |
| Winner | Jody-Anne Maxwell |
| Age | 12 |
| Residence | Kingston, Jamaica |
| Sponsor | Phillips & Phillips Stationery Suppliers |
| Sponsor location | Kingston, Jamaica |
| Winning word | chiaroscurist |
| No. of contestants | 249 |
| Pronouncer | Alex Cameron |
| Preceded by | 70th Scripps National Spelling Bee |
| Followed by | 72nd Scripps National Spelling Bee |
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