Bentonville West presents Wizarding West

2026 — Centerton, AR/US

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Extemporaneous Speaking

Event Description:

Criteria:

Extemporaneous Speaking (EXT) is a speech on current events with limted preparation time. A Student's understanding of important political, economic, and cultural issues is asses along with critical thinking and analytical skills

• Speech should be well researched and organized with evidence, logic, emotional appeals, and humor (where appropriate) to convey a message.
• Scripts may not be used; use of scripts is against NSDA-event rules adopted by ACTAA per the Qualifying Document.
• Time limit, inclusive of introduction, is 7 minutes with a 30-second grace period (if the performer goes byond the 30 second grace period, they performer may not be ranked first). There is no time minimum
• Note: It is the expectation that performances are the artistic creation of the performer(s). If there is supsicion of plagerism, please be prepared to cite the source that was copied and consult with the touranment director.