found easier way to get things done. so removed all the junk code.
{% extends 'base.html' %}
{% block content %}
{% if success %}
The quiz {{quiz_name}} has been successfully opened.<br />
<a href="/event/admin/{{admin_key}}">Return to admin page</a>
{% else %}
Select the quiz to open.
<form action="" method="post">
{{ form.as_p }}
<!-- <select name="quiz_num">
<option value="11">Day 1 Quiz 1</option>
<option value="12">Day 1 Quiz 2</option>
<option value="21">Day 2 Quiz 1</option>
</select>
-->
<input type="submit" value="Open">
</form>
{% endif %}
{% endblock %}