The Rendezvous at Ridgevue

2023 — Nampa, ID/US

Extemporaneous

Abbreviation EXT
Format Speech
Entry Fee $8.00
Entry 1 competitors per entry

Event Description:

Extemporaneous Speaking - 7 minutes with a 30-second “grace period.”

Time signals provided.

  1. Notes: Contestants may make notes during the preparation time, but the use of notes, cards, briefs or other aids is prohibited during the speech.
  2. Time: The time limit is seven minutes with a 30-second “grace period. “If there are multiple judges in the round, all must agree that the student has gone beyond the grace period. Should a student go beyond the grace period, the student may not be ranked 1st. There is no other prescribed penalty for going over the grace period. The ranking is up to each individual judge’s discretion. Judges who choose to time are to use accurate (stopwatch function) timing devices. No minimum time is mandated.
  3. Observation: Students in Extemporaneous Speaking are encouraged, but not required, to stay and watch the remaining speakers after they deliver their speech.
  4. Performance: Students shall enter the room one at a time. They should not watch others prior to speaking, but they may stay in the room to observe once they have spoken. Students should clearly answer the prompt question and provide support for their answer using various types of evidence including quotes, sources, stories and historical examples. Emphasis should be placed on presentation and organization.
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Location
Ridgevue HS
Contacts
Jennifer Borman Jeffrey Stoppenhagen
General Info
Invitation Homepage Email Archive Events & Divisions Institutions In Attendance
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After Dinner Comm Analysis Dramatic Interp Duo Interp Extemporaneous Impromptu Informative Oratory Panel Discussion Radio Broadcast Retold Story Sales Speaking
Circuits
ID – Idaho NatCir – National Circuit (US HS)

Dates & Deadlines

 MDT
Tournament Dates Nov 10 to Nov 11 2023
Registration Opens Fri Sep 1 at 11:00 AM
Registration Closes Wed Nov 8 at 5:00 PM
Fees Freeze After Thu Nov 9 at 12:00 PM
Judge Information Due Thu Nov 9 at 3:00 PM
Drop online until Thu Nov 9 at 12:00 PM
Change fees apply after Thu Nov 9 at 12:00 PM

These deadlines are set in Tabroom for technical purposes. Always consult the invitation or tournament notices for official policies about deadlines and procedures.