If an end is declared dead, what happens to the score?

When an end is declared dead in the sport of bowls, the score remains unchanged from what it was prior to the declaration. This means that whatever points were currently on the scoreboard are retained, and the game continues from that point, effectively freezing the score during the dead end. This rule is in place to ensure that the integrity of the game is maintained, as any scoring or points cannot be applied retroactively once an end is ruled dead.

In practice, if the match is interrupted due to circumstances that render an end dead—such as an unforeseen incident or irregularities in play—the situation is managed without affecting the accumulated scores. Keeping the score intact allows for continuity in the game and prevents confusion regarding the tally of points. The other options would imply different outcomes that do not align with the established rules of the game.