Pageant Basics
What do you wear during the fancy dress part of the pageant?
Evening Gown
What should you do when you first walk into the interview room?
Smile & Introduce Yourself
What should you always make sure your pageant clothes fit like?
Properly (Not too tight or too loose)
What does “on stage presence” mean in a pageant?
How you act and look when you’re on stage
What do you win at the end of a pageant?
A crown and a title
What is the short speech you give to introduce yourself on stage?
A Stage Introduction
What’s something you should never do when answering a question?
Stumble your words
What should you bring to fix a wardrobe malfunction?
Safety Pins/Bobby Pins etc.
What is a “pageant prep” day?
A day spent getting ready for the competition (rehearsals, makeup, etc.)
What is the name of one of the oldest pageants in America?
Miss America
What part of the pageant asks you to answer questions in front of people?
Final Stage Interview
What do judges want to learn about you during the interview?
Who you are. (Talk about yourself)
What color of dress is most flattering for all skin tones?
Black
What does “winning the title” mean?
Becoming the pageant queen or top contestant
What do we call a girl who wins a pageant
A queen or titleholder
What do you wear across your chest that shows your name or title?
A Sash
If you don’t know the answer to a question, what’s a good thing to do?
Stay Calm, ask again, and try your best
What should you wear under your evening gown for comfort and support?
Shapewear
What is a “pageant walk”?
The way you move gracefully on stage (also called “strut”)
What do judges do during a pageant?
Watch and score the contestants
What’s the word for how you stand, walk, and move gracefully?
Poise
What’s the most important thing to show during your interview?
Confidence and Kindness
What’s a good tip for picking a pageant dress?
Choose something that makes you feel elegant and beautiful
What does it mean to “judge” someone’s performance?
To score or evaluate someone’s presentation and skills
Why do people enter pageants?
To build confidence, have fun, or help others