Format: Single Presenter, Memorized, Max Time: Varies
Impromptu is a public speaking event where students have seven minutes to select a topic, brainstorm their ideas, outline and deliver a speech. The speech is given without notes and uses an introduction, body, and conclusion. The speech can be light-hearted or serious. It can be based upon prompts that range from nursery rhymes, current events, celebrities, organizations, and more. The timing of this event varies from tournament to tournament but the competitor usually has 7 minutes to form the speech, reserving between one and two minutes to prep the speech and about 5 to deliver it.
Sample Impromptu