GRCHS FORENSICS
EVENTS
Duo Interpretation
Duo interpretation is the interpretation by two participants of a single selection of humorous or serious literature from any genre or a selection that combines genre (e.g., drama and prose); each performer may portray multiple characters.
Each contestant may also perform narration. Duos will be identified at tournaments by the appropriate code and the last names of the participants.
The suggested time limit for Duo Interpretation is seven (7) to ten (10) minutes.
Broadcasting
The purpose of this event is to familiarize the student with the important medium of broadcasting and to test the ability of the participant to read with authority, intelligence, and audience appeal while understanding the necessity of visual communication with the audience.
The suggested time limit for Broadcasting is five (5) minutes including a one (1) minute editorial.
Extemperaneous Speaking
Topics for the state elimination series will consist of questions on current events as of January 1, of state, national, and international political and social issues.
Preliminary rounds will alternate between national and international issues. Semifinal and final rounds will include topics from both national and international issues.
The topics generally reflect subjects reported in popular news magazines, such as Time, Newsweek, and US News and World Report or newspapers, such as the New York Times, the Washington Post, and the Christian Science Monitor.
The suggested time limit for Extemporaneous Speaking is four (4) to seven (7) minutes.
Multiple Interpretation
Multiple interpretation is the performance of a humorous or serious literary selection with three (3) to eight (8) participants in front of, but not necessarily facing, the audience at all times.
The presentation must consist of a single selection of prose, poetry, or drama, or any combination of genres (e.g., prose and/or poetry, and/or drama).
Multiple material must alternate on an annual basis. For even numbered years, multiple may be of any genre, excluding musical theater/musical film. For odd numbered years multiple may consist of any genre including musical theater/musical film.
Original material may be used only as an introductory or transitional device, may not dominate the presentation in terms of time or portion of script, and must enhance the literature presented.
The suggested time limit for Multiple Interpretation is ten (10) to fifteen (15) minutes.
Informative Speaking
An informative speech is an original speech designed to clearly explain, define, or illustrate a particular subject.
Because the basic purpose of the speech is to inform, material that is argumentative, persuasive, or entertaining may be used only to illustrate, enliven, or clarify the information the speaker presents.
The suggested time limit for Informative Speaking is five (5) to eight (8) minutes.
Impromptu Speaking
Impromptu speaking should develop the speakers able to provide reasoned responses with minimal preparation to a topic of general knowledge.
The impromptu speech will reflect knowledge about general subjects presented in an articulate manner within an organized framework.
The suggested time limit for Impromptu is six (6) minutes which includes preparation and presentation.
Poetry Interpretation
Poetry interpretation is the performance of a single selection of poetry or a compilation of poems.
Either humorous or serious literature is acceptable. Literary material that meets the definition of another interpretation category may not be used.
The suggested time limit for Poetry is five (5) to eight (8) minutes.
Oratory
An oration is an original, persuasive speech.
The oration may eulogize a person, alert the audience to a threatening danger, strengthen the devotion of the audience to an accepted cause, or present a solution to a problem.
The suggested time limit for Oratory is seven to ten minutes.
Prose Interpretation
Prose interpretation is generally a cutting from a novel or short story.
The cutting may be from a single selection of literature or a compilation.
Either humorous or serious literature is acceptable. Literary material that meets the definition of another interpretation category may not be used.
The suggested time limit for Prose is five (5) to eight (8) minutes.
Sales Speaking
A sales speech combines informative and persuasive techniques to convince members of an audience to respond favorably to the subject.
The speaker should carefully analyze the audience and develop appropriate persuasive appeals for an actual product or service.
The suggested time limit for Sales Speaking is five (5) to eight (8) minutes.
Storytelling
Storytelling is the delivery of a humorous or serious single selection, or a compilation of humorous or serious material.
Any material for children will be accepted, including contemporary literature, myths, legends, fairytales and folktales. Acceptable selections for storytelling must come from children's literature for any age. Literary material that meets the definition of another interpretation category should not be used.
A manuscript, notes, or book are not permitted.
The suggested time limit for Storytelling is five (5) to eight (8) minutes.
Dramatic Interpretation
Dramatic interpretation is the presentation of a single serious or humorous selection from a play written for either the stage or the electronic media.
Adaptations of works from other genres (adaptations of poems, novels, or short stories) that are written for performance on the stage or in an electronic medium (radio, film, television) are permitted.
Literary material that meets the definition of another interpretation category may not be used.
Multiple character selections are encouraged.
The suggested time limit for dramatic interpretation is five (5) to eight (8) minutes.