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How do I make the numbers for a 5x5 bingo card and how many numbers will I need?

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You will only need 5 numbers. Repeating the same numbers over again will make for a simple 'Bingo' and make the game much easier to manage than I personally find it under the traditional rules,

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Should all the balls be put back in after each game?

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Yes, once someone calls bingo, the balls will go back to the machine. The caller turns the crank to reshuffle the balls before starting the next round.

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Can callers play bingo while calling?

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You can do that at home but if you go to a bingo hall, the caller will not play.

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Why does a caller usually sit on a raised platform/stage?

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They do this because it is easier for everyone to see them, and know that they are the caller. It is not necessary to have this.

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Where should the caller sit?

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Somewhere at the front of the room, where everyone can see, and know they are the caller.

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Should a bingo caller be looking out in the crowd and not be on a cell phone?

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It’s okay for the caller to have distractions as long as the caller’s not distracting other players or the distractions don’t prevent the caller from hearing “Bingo”. But it’s best for the caller to look at the players to check that there aren’t any false bingos.

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If the caller calls a number and you bingo on that number, does he have to pay if it turns out he called the wrong number?

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If they called Bingo without having a real bingo, even if the caller mistook a number, the simple solution is to undo the bingo and continue the game.

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If the caller brings a ball out of the machine during a game, does he have to call that number?

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Yes.

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How do you decide the winner? Can someone call later to claim a bingo?

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The first person to call bingo and have a legitimate bingo according to the rules is the winner.

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Should the ball in the machine be left for the next game after a bingo is scored?

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If balls are already in the machine and a bingo is scored, you can leave them in and add the old ball back if you are playing again.

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If I miss calling bingo, can I call bingo on the next number?

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Yes, you can call bingo on the next number if you miss it the first time. Just wait for the right moment when you have a complete line or pattern.

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Is it considered cheating if the caller doesn't put all the balls back after someone calls bingo to prevent the same people from winning repeatedly?

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Not putting all the balls back after a bingo call can be considered cheating because it creates an unfair advantage for some players. However, if it's done to prevent the same people from winning repeatedly, it may be understandable.

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Can I play two cards while calling in an electronic game in our community?

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If a machine is calling the numbers, you should be able to play more than one card if you feel comfortable doing so.

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Should I drop more than one ball at a time when using a hand roller?

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It's better to drop balls one at a time, but make sure to call the first ball that comes down first.

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