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2025 — Mountain Home, ID/US

Extemporaneous Speaking

Abbreviation EXT
Format Speech
Entry Fee $8.00
Entry 1 competitors per entry

Event Description:

Extemporaneous Speaking - 7 minutes with a 30-second “grace period.” Time signals provided.
Contestants may make notes during the preparation time, but the use of notes, cards, briefs or other aids is prohibited during the speech.

Students shall enter the room one at a time. They should not watch others prior to speaking, but they may stay in the room to observe once they have spoken. Students should clearly answer the prompt question and provide support for their answer using various types of evidence including quotes, sources, stories and historical examples. Emphasis should be placed on presentation and organization.

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Location
Mountain Home High School
Contacts
Amy Rose Alfredson
General Info
Invitation Homepage Email Archive Events & Divisions Institutions In Attendance
Events
Congressional Debate
Big Questions Debate Lincoln Douglas Debate Public Forum Debate
After Dinner Speaking Communication Analysis Dramatic Interpretation Duo Interpretation Extemporaneous Speaking Humorous Interpretation Impromptu Speaking Informative Speaking Original Oratory Panel Discussion Program of Oral Interpretation Radio/Broadcast Journalism Retold Story Sales Speaking
Circuits
ID – Idaho NatCir – National Circuit (US HS)

Dates & Deadlines

 MST
Tournament Dates Jan 10 to Jan 11 2025
Registration Opens Mon Dec 9 at 11:00 PM
Registration Closes Wed Jan 8 at 5:00 PM
Fees Freeze After Wed Jan 8 at 10:00 AM
Judge Information Due Wed Jan 8 at 10:00 AM
Drop online until Wed Jan 8 at 10:00 AM
Change fees apply after Wed Jan 8 at 10:00 AM

These deadlines are set in Tabroom for technical purposes. Always consult the invitation or tournament notices for official policies about deadlines and procedures.