Oral Interpretation
Interpretative Speaking Events
Dramatic Interpretation
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This is an individual category in which the selections are dramatic or serious) in nature.
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Selections shall be cuttings from published-printed novels, short stories, plays, poetry, or any other printed-published materials.
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Presentations must be memorized, without props or costumes.
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The time limit is 10 minutes which includes an introduction.
Humorous Interpretation
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This is an individual category in which the selections are humorous in nature.
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Selections shall be cuttings from published-printed novels, short stories, plays, poetry, or any other printed-published materials.
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Presentations must be memorized, without props or costumes.
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The time limit is 10 minutes which includes an introduction.
Duo Interpretation
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This is a two-person category in which the selection may be either humorous or dramatic in nature.
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Selections shall be cuttings from published-printed novels, short stories, plays, poetry, or any other printed-published materials.
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Presentations must be memorized, without props or costumes.
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The time limit is 10 minutes which includes an introduction.
Check out these resources to learn more about individual interpretation events!
High School Interpretation Description
High School Duo Interpretation Description
Grading Rubric for Interpretation
Description of Collegiate Speech Events
Interpretation Information for Collegiate Competition
Tips for Program Oral Interpretation – Collegiate Competition
Interpretation Character Analysis
Interpretation Introduction Builder
Find Interpretation Literature on the Internet
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