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Can I dance as much as I want in my interpretation speech?
The rules do not prohibit dancing. Judges will determine how effective any dancing is to…
What is meant by a “single literature selection”? Does this mean that I may not reorder events from my literature selection, or take one cut from the end of the book and place it toward the beginning of the speech?
You may cut and arrange the dialogue and events as described in the question. “Single”…
Can I use a graphic novel as my literature selection for Duo or Open Interpretation?
As long as the selection complies with the other rules, you may use a graphic…
I would like to use a movie script for Duo or Open and want to make sure it is allowed under the rules. What does “published” mean?
The definition of “published” has delineated movie and tv transcriptions in order to distinguish literary…
Can I use a verse (or part of a verse) in my Biblical Thematic introduction, conclusion, or narrative section?
Yes, you may include supporting material in the parts of an interpretation speech that are…
In my Biblical Thematic, how can I tell if my visual aid might be a “weapon (real or perceived as dangerous)?
The spirit behind prohibiting weapons (real or perceived as dangerous) is to create an environment…
In my Biblical Thematic, can I set up the room beforehand, with visual aids placed in various spots? Can I hide visual aids in my jacket pocket to pull out in the middle of the speech?
No. All visual aids must be in the box or held in hands until the…