Public Speaking: Presenting an Argument (6-8 Years)
Argue for or against the statement “it’s better to live in the countryside than the city” in a speech lasting 2 minutes.
Public Speaking: Presenting an Argument
Public Speaking: Presenting an Argument (9-11 Years)
Argue for or against the statement “we should send humans into space” in a speech lasting 3 minutes.
Public Speaking: Presenting an Argument (12-14 Years)
Put forward your own argument on your choice of a contemporary moral or ethical issue, lasting 4 minutes.
Public Speaking: Presenting an Argument (15-18 Years)
Put forward your own argument on your choice of a contemporary moral or ethical issue, lasting 5 minutes.
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What we reward in Presenting an Argument
- A clear and reasonable stance for or against your issue
- Well chosen points which are clearly explained and supported by relevant evidence
- Language choices which engage the audience and add power to the speech
- Facial expressions and body language which support the successful communication of the words
- A well-thought out structure with a clear beginning, middle and end.
Enter a group
Schools and clubs are encouraged to email entries@oratoryfestival.com or to fill in our online form to book a group session where each entry costs £10 (£5 less than our individual rate), with a minimum cost per session of £100. For institutions wanting to make over 20 entries, we can work with you to arrange an additional discount.
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