Maine State Championship
2021 — NSDA Campus, ME/US
Original Oratory
Abbreviation
OO
Format
Speech
Entry Fee
$7.00
(Plus $7/student)
Entry Limit Per School
4
Entry
1 competitors per entry
Event Description:
Persuasive argument using evidence, logic, and emotional appeals written by the competitor. Should discuss subject matter intelligently, originally, and interestingly. More successful speeches tend to have a call to action that is tangible and actionable on the part of the individual audience member. Judges should evaluate both prose and presentation equally.
No costuming or props. Outside of grace period cannot be first. Memorized after November (else last place).
Handbook description on maineforensic.org. Indicate time of delivery. Provide complete and constructive feedback, especially a reason for your rank. See or text Tab 207-370-4632 for questions.