Event Descriptions
Debate
Lincoln Douglas Value Debate
Rules:http://stoausa.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/StoaLincolnDouglasRules2017-18.pdf
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--ltivnnuGA&t=1523s
Team Policy Debate
Rules http://stoausa.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/StoaTeamPolicyRules2017-18.pdf
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTytPIZhbEs&t=317s
Parliamentary (Parli) Debate
Rules: http://stoausa.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/StoaParliRules2017-18.pdf
Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pRNdMs74zY&t=77s
Speech
Limited Preparation Speeches
Apologetics
Description: In Apologetics, the competitor is given four (4) minutes to prepare a persuasive and reasoned speech that defends a tenet of the Christian faith and explains why that principle matters.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhcD4UYyHUg
Mars Hill Impromptu
Description: In Mars Hill Impromptu, the competitor uses books, movies, and other genre to discuss the appeal and impact of the theme(s) within the topic, holding them up in light of Christian truth found in the Bible. This event is intended for competitors 14 and older or with the consent of the parents due to mature themes in some topics.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyUQsrGmhqs
Extemporaneous
Description: In Extemporaneous speaking, the competitor answers a given question based on recent events in the news. The competitor researches national and international current events and may create reference files of newsworthy information. Extemporaneous speech should be regarded as a demonstration of personal knowledge on the topic, as well as an original synthesis of numerous sources.
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVd4i5KRXRo
Platform Speeches
Original Oratory
Description: An Original Oratory is a prepared speech, written by the competitor, on a topic of the competitor’s choice. The purpose of this informative speech is to explain, describe, or expose the topic.
Video: https://wwwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oy4fb_jZ3Os.youtube.com/watch?v=mbvgWdaEDOY
Expository
Description: An Expository is a prepared speech written by the competitor which explains and illustrates a topic through both words and visuals (e.g. illustrated boards, physical props, digital and electronic presentations, or any combination).
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_mNqxlsiD0
Persuasive
Description: A persuasive speech is a prepared speech, written by the competitor, which advocates a specific position or course of action.
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9N2dDzOZYF4
Demonstration
Description: A demonstration speech is an original work written by the competitor that explains how to do something or how something works. Props may or may not be used.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-KuiiHAXFM
Interpretative Speeches
Open Interpretation
Description: In Open Interpretation, selections may be in the whole range from dramatic to humorous genres, including narrative storytelling, single voice monologues, thematic compilations, or self-written pieces.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0b3zs1toxo
Dramatic Interpretation
Description: In Dramatic Interpretation, the competitor, using a play, short story, or other published work, performs a selection with a spotlight on character development and depth which captivates and moves the audience.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7Nt5gQFmU0&t=60s
Humorous Interpretation
Description: In Humorous Interpretation, the competitors tell relatable stories using humor as a device to connect with the audience from a single published work. Stand-up comedy, or telling a series of jokes without a corresponding plot, is not Humorous Interpretation.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oy4fb_jZ3Os
Duo Interpretation
Description: In Duo Interpretation, two competitors create an original rendition of a story from one or more selection(s) of literature which captivates and moves the audience.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LI5DgbOtzk&t=3s