SEA
Forensics and Debate
6-8 February, 2025
44th Annual SEA Forensics and Debate Tournament
Congratulations to one and all for another terrific tournament! Your preparations and hard work were on fine display in every event. It takes great courage to get up and perform, so regardless of medals, every participant has gone home a winner. Hope to see you next year!
ISKL SEA Forensic and Debate Coordinators
Events
Debate
Two teams debate a motion. The motion changes every round.
Original Oratory
7 minutes max.
The contestant prepares and presents a compelling speech, of either persuasive or informative nature. The oration can point out a problem and could present a solution or may simply point out a potential issue or struggle.
Oral Interpretation
7 minutes max.
The contestant reads a passage from a poem or prose. Character development must be developed using only voice.
Extemporaneous Speaking
7 minutes max.
The contestant will be given ongoing current events topics in the form of a question. The contestant will be given 30 minutes to prepare after he has been given the question.
Impromptu Speaking
5 minutes max.
The contestant will be given a topic of light philosophical nature to talk about. The contestant will have one minute to plan his speech.
Duet Acting
10 minutes max.
Two students present an excerpt from a play or from dialogue in another published literary work. NO props or costumes may be used except chairs.
Solo Acting
7 minutes max.
The contestant acts a small part of a play or a small original piece. NO props or costumes may be used except chairs.
Participating Schools 2024
International School of Kuala Lumpur
International School of Kuantan
SMK Convent Bukit Nanas
St John's Institution
Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar
SMK St Mary
SMK Jalan Empat
Kolej Yayasan UEM
Shanghai American School
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