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2024 — NSDA Campus, IA/US

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Prose

Event Description:

Rules from the National Speech & Debate Association (NSDA) for Middle School Prose Interpretation

Prose is a 7-minute event with a 30-second “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. No minimum time is mandated.

Utilizing a single piece of literature, Prose (PRO) can be drawn from works of fiction or non-fiction. Prose corresponds to the usual
(ordinary/common) patterns of speech and may combine elements of narration and dialogue. Students MAY NOT use poetry, or drama (plays), in this category. Students MUST use a manuscript in Prose, which typically consists of a small three-ring binder with page protectors. Reading from a book or magazine is prohibited. The speaker should present an introduction that states the title/author and contextualizes the performance.