1. Speeches must be 4-5 minutes long. Significantly shorter or longer will result in point deductions, so make sure to practice, and time yourself when you do, so there are no surprises!
2. Speeches should include sources from five testimonies/organizations. This can be a news source, a quotation from an expert on your topic, or anything similar. It’s important to have sources in your speech, because they confirm what you’re saying. It makes you look credible to the audience! Refer to the research page for details about sources: Why we need to use research in speeches, and how to find it!
3. Speeches should have three clear main points, that are each about a different part of your topic. An easy format to follow if you’re looking for one is talking about 1) What are the problems occurring in this topic? 2) What are the things that are causing those problems? and 3) How should we solve this issue?
4. Following along with the template, referenced below, is mandatory. It helps you stay on track, and to be a clear speaker.
