Bettendorf Bulldog Invitational
2026 — Bettendorf, IA/US
Impromptu
Abbreviation
IMP
Format
Speech
Topic:
NSDA PF September - October
Resolved: The United States federal government should enact a moratorium on hyperscale data center construction.
Entry Fee
$40.00
Entry
1 competitors per entry
Event Description:
Impromptu Speaking (IMP) is a public speaking event in which students are given seven minutes (with a 30-second grace period) to select a topic, brainstorm ideas, organize a speech, and deliver it without the use of notes. The speech must include an introduction, body, and conclusion, and can range in tone from lighthearted to serious. Prompts provided to speakers may come from a wide variety of sources, including nursery rhymes, current events, historical figures, pop culture references, and abstract ideas. The challenge lies in responding thoughtfully and persuasively with limited preparation time.