The competition requires competitors to give a three- to five-minute speech on an assigned topic with five minutes of advance preparation. Competitors enter the preparation area one at a time, where they are given a speech topic. They are judged on voice, mechanics, platform deportment, organization, and effectiveness. (Also known as improptu speech.)
Scope of Competition Link - Extemporaneous SpeakingÂ
All students eligible.
*January test to qualify - No.
*Regionals to qualify - No.