BVRC Workshop

Platform

100

This is the time limit for platform speeches

10 minuites

200

This is the only platform in which you can use props

Illustrated Oratory

300

These are the names of all the current platform speeches

Informative, Persuasive, Illustrated Oratory, Biographical Narrative

400

This is the difference between informative and biographical narrative

Biographical Narrative explains the life of a current or historical figure. Informative explains a topic of your choice without persuading towards a certain mindset.

500

This is the maximum percentage of quoted words allowed in a platform speech

30%

Interpretations

100

This is the only interpretation that uses a cloth.

Biblical Presentation

200

This is time limit for all interpretations

10 minutes

300

This interp does not use a published work

Original

400

True or False: Author and selection title is not necessary in the introduction

False

500

These are the two main rules for interacting with your partner in Duo Interpretation

You cannot look at or touch your partner.

Limited Prep

100

These are all of the Limited Prep events

Impromptu, Apologetics, Extemporaneous

200

True or False: You can use blocking in limited prep events

False

300

Of the three limited prep events, which one(s) allow you to use cards during your presentation?

Apologetics, Extemporaneous

400

This is the length of an Apologetics speech

6 minutes

500

This is the only time that you can use a laptop in the Limited Prep category

During Extemporaneous prep time

Speaking Skills

100

True or False: Focusing on the judge in the middle is the best way to use eye contact.

false, it is important to make eye contact with all the judges.

200

True or False: You should change the volume of your voice based on your situation.

True

300

What are two things that are important for connecting with your audience?

Eye contact, facial expressions, good use of pauses, ect...

400

If you are unsure of when to walk in your speech, walking in a/an _________ is good.

Walking in a triangle pattern is good.

500

For hand gestures, first explain "talking in a box", and whether it is good or bad.

Talking in a box is when you figuratively glue your arms to your side. It is not good to do this. A small range of motion for your arms.

Purpose and Goals

200

what is the purpose of a tournament?

A tool to sharpen your skills and achieve excellence

300

what is the goal of BVRC?

To promote personal growth with grace and humility and communication.

500

What should be your personal goal while competing in the NCFCA?

*answers may vary