North Mecklenburg Jimmy K Poole Viking Classic

2019 — Huntersville, NC/US

Extemporaneous Speaking

Abbreviation EXT
Format Speech
Entry Fee $11.00
Entry 1 competitors per entry

Event Description:

Students present speeches on current domestic and foreign issues. Students are presented with a choice of three questions and, in 30 minutes, prepare a four-to seven- minute speech answering the selected question. Students may consult articles and evidence they gather prior to the competition. Topics range from country-specific issues to economy to foreign policy. NSDA guidelines will be followed.

Laptops and other electronic devices may be used, but internet connection is prohibited.

The maximum time limit is 7 minutes. Students exceeding the time limit by more than 30 seconds cannot receive a first-place rank.

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North Mecklenburg High School
Contacts
Michael Bischoff
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Dates & Deadlines

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Tournament Dates Oct 12 to Oct 12 2019
Registration Opens Thu Sep 12 at 5:00 PM
Registration Closes Wed Oct 9 at 5:00 PM
Fees Freeze After Wed Oct 9 at 5:00 PM
Judge Information Due Wed Oct 9 at 5:00 PM
Drop online until Thu Oct 10 at 5:00 PM
Change fees apply after Thu Oct 10 at 5:00 PM

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