Speech Judging Packet

Skyline’s

2023

Grizzly Growl

Speech

Judge’s Packet

Thank you for judging our tournament! On the next pages you will find your guide to judging!

Speech

After Dinner Speaking (ADS)

Time: 7 minutes maximum

Competitors are speaking as if they are a keynote speaker addressing a specific group. The group being addressed (real or fictional) should be identified in the speech introduction. The intent of ADS is to develop a thesis, idea, or observation of some personal or societal importance through the appropriate use of satire, quips and humor. ADS is not intended to be an interpretive event with multiple characters. Material presented must be original. Delivery must be memorized. While humorous quips and jokes are appropriate, they must have purpose and fit the occasion.

Things to consider: is the group being addressed clear, do they present a strong thesis or idea, do they have clear and deliberate blocking

Extemporaneous Speaking

Time: 7 minutes maximum, time signals are provided

This is a draw event. Topics are selected and prepared in the draw room. Competitors will choose domestic or international news upon arrival. The draw room will post three topics in each category (domestic and international) from which each speaker may choose. He/she will have 30 minutes to prepare, and may use an index and research periodicals during this time. Resource materials will not be provided by the tournament. The topics will be stapled to the ballot packet and the judge should circle the topic selection of each competitor and return the topic sheet with the ballots at the conclusion of the round. The speech should be a synthesis of fact and opinion on the topic - not a memory test of any particular magazine.

Things to consider:

• Did the student adequately address the prompt

• Did they provide clear and logical explanations

• Did the student reference any evidence or outside sources

• Did the student excel in the overall delivery of the speech

For all interpretation events judges can consider:

• Is the author and title stated in the introduction

• Are the characters clear and distinct, do they have strong blocking and movements and vocal changes and facial expressions

• Is the storyline easy to follow and understand

• Was the piece delivered with strong memorization and minimal stumbles

Duo Interpretation

Time: 10 minutes maximum

Presentations will be from memory and without the use of physical objects or costumes. Selection must be a cutting from a single work of literature: one novel, one short story, one play, or one poem. Recorded material that is not printed and published is prohibited except where included in the NSDA interpretation source. Each of the two performers may play one or more characters so long as performance responsibility remains as balanced as possible. If the selection is prose or poetry and contains narration, either or both of the performers may present the narration. During the presentation, the team must name the author and the book or magazine from which the cutting was made. Focus may be direct (performers may make eye contact with each other and/or touch each other) during the introduction, but must be indirect (no eye contact with each other and/or touching each other) during the performance itself. Presentations must be an original interpretation including characterizations, blocking and an original introduction. Introductions must include the name of the pieces(s) and the author(s).

Humorous (HI)/ Dramatic (DI) Interpretation

Time: 10 minutes maximum

A serious or humorous program using material from one or more pieces of prose, poetry, or drama. Selections must be memorized. Materials must be from a printed or published source with an ISBN number. An original source without an ISBN number may be used provided it is published and available at the tournament or included in the NSDA interpretation source. Recordings or videos may not be used as the source. Props, makeup, and costumes are not permitted. The contestants should be evaluated on poise, quality and use of voice, physical expression and especially the ability to interpret characters correctly and consistently. This allows full body movement (bending, kneeling, turning). Presentations must be an original interpretation including characterizations, blocking and an original introduction. Introductions must include the name of the pieces(s) and the author(s).

Program of Oral Interpretation (POI)

Time: 10 minutes maximum

POI is a program of oral interpretation of thematically linked selections chosen from two or three genres: prose, poetry, drama (plays). Unlike the other interpretation events, POI contestants must use at least 2 different sources, and may use more than 2.Competitors shall devote approximately equal times to each of the genres used. All selections must be verbally identified by title and author in the introduction. The use of a manuscript during the performance is required. Common practices include the use of a binder or folder. Reading from a book or magazine is not permitted. The intact manuscript may be used by the contestant as a prop, so long as it remains in the contestant's control at all times. No costumes or props, other than the manuscript, are permitted. While introduction and transition material may be memorized, the contestant must address the script during the rest of the performance. Materials must be from a printed or published source with an ISBN number. An original source without an ISBN number may be used provided it is published and available at the tournament or included in the NSDA interpretation source. Recordings or videos may not be used as the source. Changes to the script may only be used for the purpose of transition or to eliminate profane language. Transitions may be used to clarify the logical sequence of ideas. They are not to be used for the purpose of embellishing the humorous or dramatic effect of the literature.

Original Oratory

Time: 10 minutes maximum

This is an original, memorized persuasive speech. A maximum of 150 words of quoted material may be used in the oration. The purpose of original oratory is to persuade in order to accomplish a response of feeling, belief, or action.

Things to consider:

• Was the speech well organized, did it have a clear thesis

• Did the speaker use good communication skills

• Did the speaker have a clear call to action or action that they wanted the audience to achieve

Impromptu Speaking

Time: 7 minutes, including preparation time, time signals are provided

This is a draw event. Topics are selected and prepared in the draw room.

Each speaker will be designated three topics from which to choose and may use a total of 7 minutes between preparation and speaking. The contestant may take notes during the preparation time, but may not refer to the notes during the presentation. Topics will be news items for one round, abstract words for one round, and quotations for one round. In semi and final rounds, the contestant will receive one news item, one quotation, and one abstract word.

Things to consider:

• Did the student adequately address the prompt

• How was the speech structured? Did they provide clear and logical explanations and deliver their speech in an organized manner

• Did the student excel in the overall delivery of the speech

Informative Speaking

Time: 10 minutes maximum

An informative speech is an original speech designed to explain an idea, process, theory, person, place, or thing. A fabricated topic may not be used. Any non-factual reference, including a personal reference, must be so identified. It must be memorized. Audio/visual aids may or may not be used to supplement and reinforce the message. During the presentation, no electronic equipment is permitted. The use of live animals or any additional people as visual aids is not allowed during the speech. Items of dress put on and removed during the course of the presentation are considered costumes and may not be part of the contestant’s presentation. Visual aids may not violate law (weapons, drugs, etc.) If a visual aid displays published pictorial material, the source must be included in the work-cited page but does not need to be cited orally. Not more than 150 words of the speech may be direct quotation and such quotations must be identified orally and in a printed copy of the speech supplied prior to registration

Things to consider:

• Was the speech well organized, did it have a clear thesis

• Did the speaker use good communication skills

• Did the speaker interact with the visual aid

Panel Discussion

Time: 40 minutes

Panel members do not make formal speeches, but remain seated and discuss the topic informally. Notes may be taken during the discussion. Emphasis is on problem solving through working towards group consensus. Panelists should be familiar with the topic and be prepared to discuss facts and opinions. Contestants may bring a pen or pencil and research limited to one page, one sided (8.5 x 11) to the round. Panel discussion topics are the following: Round 1: What should the United States Federal Government do to reduce its spending deficit? Round 2: According to a Gallup Poll released in February 2020, 59% of Americans are not confident in the honesty of Us elections. What can be done to restore voters' trust in the election process. Round 3: Between recent claims made by a whistle-blower regarding issues surrounding Facebook and concerns about fact checking, where do social media sites draw the line between limiting damaging posts and protecting freedom of speech. Finals: What should be done to close the learning gaps created by the resource inequality found in the school system

Things to consider:

• Did students pull others into the conversation and facilitate a collaborative group discussion

• Did the students stay on the topic addressed

• Did they offer viable solutions

Communication Analysis

Time:10 min. maximum Time signals: not provided An original speech by the student designed to offer an explanation and/or evaluation of a communication event such as a speech, speaker, movement, poem, poster, film, campaign, etc., through the use of rhetorical principles. Audio-visual aids may or may not be used to supplement and reinforce the message. Manuscripts are permitted.

Radio Broadcast Journalism

Time: 5:30 to 6:00 minutes

This is a draw event. Topics are selected and prepared in the draw room.

This event will use the same rules as normal radio except that students may compete with a partner and both partners should strive to have equal speaking time. Students may also chose to compete individually. All contestants use the same material provided by the tournament management. The contestant is allowed a 30 minute period to prepare a news broadcast from the material provided. This speech must include a minimum of three pieces of news The speech shall be a news broadcast with an original commercial of no fewer than 30 seconds and an editorial commentary about a news item covered in the provided material. The editorial commentary, which shall be an original extemporaneous editorial reflecting the opinion of the contestant on a news story used in the presentation shall consume between 1-2 minutes of the total speech and shall be presented in the last half of the broadcast. Students shall enter the room one at a time while other contestants wait outside. Contestants shall sit with their back toward the judge. Emphasis should be placed on presentation of the news stories, commercial and editorial commentary. Note this is not an interpretation event. Contestants may time themselves, but may not have another person assist with timing. Contestants must give the judge the news article that they use for their commentary after completing their speech.

Things to consider:

• Did the student deliver a cohesive program

• Did the commercial fit well with the program

• Did the student have a commentary

Retold Story

Time: 6 minutes maximum, time signals are provided

This is a draw event. Topics are selected and prepared in the draw room.

Contestants will select a story from a group of three elementary level books provided by the tournament and in 30 minutes, be prepared to retell the story as if they are presenting in front of an elementary-age audience. The story shall follow the basic storyline of the book being retold. The story shall be retold without notes, but must not be memorized. The same book may be presented only once by a contestant. Contestants will enter the round in staggered intervals and will hand the selected book to the judge before starting his/her presentation.

• Did the student give an engaging performance that is appropriate for an elementary aged audience

• Did the student follow the basic storyline

Sales Speaking

Time: 3 to 7 minutes with allotted 2 minutes of questioning by the judge

The purpose of this event is to sell a singular, legitimate product and may include variations of that product. Contestants must identify brands. “Services” are not considered legitimate products. The actual product (not a model) must be displayed and/or demonstrated. Presentation may be memorized. Notes on one side of a 4 x 6 card may be used, but texts are not permitted. Video /audio aids are optional. In order to demonstrate the function of a product, that product may be put on as the demonstration begins and then removed following the demonstration. The contestant may not wear the product into the room, nor leave it on once the demonstration of that product is concluded. Additional items of clothing that might serve to enhance the visual effect of the product are considered costuming and are prohibited.

Things to consider:

• Did the student have their product

• Was the student persuasive in their speech

• Did the student have a clear thesis statement

Spontaneous Argument (SPAR)

Students will draw three "spontaneous argument topics". One student will select which of the three topics to debate and the other student will select the side. The side that is listed first, speaks first. Students are to be given 1 minute of prep time to prepare their side upon the selection of their topic. The format is as follows:

1st Affirmative Constructive: 1 minute

1st Negative Constructive: 1 minute

Cross fire (both students ask and answer questions): 1 minute

1st Aff Rebuttal: 1 minute

1st Neg Rebuttal: 1 minute

Aff Final speech: 30 seconds

Neg final speech: 30 seconds

1 minute prep time per speaker

Things to consider:

• These debates are supposed to be silly, engaging, and entertaining so who did the best at doing that?