This is a classroom assignment for Mr. Konda and Mr. Pope. Other South Dakota speech and debate classes are invited to come join if they would like or other schools. The judging is based off of content and vocal delivery.

Here are the questions we will be using.

2025 Class Extemp Questions Speech 1

1. Amid a spike in inflation and surprisingly calm bond markets, how sustainable is this economic stability?

2. What does the future hold for NPR and public broadcasting?

3. What strategies can help mitigate wildfire risk

4. What political party has the best chance of controlling the US House in 2026?

5. With sweeping U.S. tariffs reshaping global commerce, what is the broader impact on international trade, supply chains, and economic stability?

6. What should the MN Twins do to be more competitive?

7. With U.S. tariffs on Indian goods recently raised, how will bilateral political and economic policies be impacted?