Dotto, like other game shows of the 1950's, had 2 contestants answering questions to get points that would help them win the main game. The game in Dotto was based on connect-the-dots- correct answers connected some dots and triggered clues to the puzzles identity. The connect-the-dots feature caught on, and Dotto became the most popular show on daytime TV in 1958. A Dotto game sometimes ended in a tie, another feature common in 50's quiz show. And just like the others, Dotto employed measures to "control" the gameplay. Before each show, a few staff members met to decide which contestant should win. That favored contestant got questions in subjects they had knowledge in. That allowed them to connect more dots and get clues before their opponent (the clues were vital-some like "Fireside Chats" virtually gave away the subject). But on other occasions Dotto staff simply gave the favored contestant answers to the questions and the drawing before the broadcast. A disgruntled contestant complained to the FCC, triggering a CBS investigation that ended with Dotto's sudden cancellation with no explanation. The media took up the story, and soon more contestants from Dotto and other quiz shows went public stating they also received answers beforehand.
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