Public Speaking Judging Sheet

County:
Name:
Age:
Title of Speech:
Division - Junior _____/ Senior ______
Time Limit 5-7 minutes
Starting time:
Ending time:

The following areas will be judged poor, fair, good or excellent:

  1. I. SELECTION
    1. A. Purpose - To explain, impress, convince, or persuade
    2. B. Central Idea - The matter in general
    3. C. Method of Development - Clear, simple, orderly, logical: listing details, examples, and extended example comparison and contrast; argument and persuasion analysis
  2. II. DEVELOPMENT
    1. A. Focus on Main Points - The matter in particular
    2. B. Proportionate Elaboration - Illustrations and emphasis
    3. C. Transitions - Sensible progress
  3. III. PRESENTATION
    1. A. Diction and Tone - Choice of words and evidence of an appropriate attitude
    2. B. Voice Control - Pitch, rate, volume
    3. C. Pronunciation and Articulation - Clearness and emphasis
    4. D. Projection - Rapport, consciousness of audience reaction
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