Oration: Judging Criteria Comments

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ORATION

Judge’s Number Entry Name


Place one of these numbers in each box below, then total carefully.
10 — Outstanding in nearly every 4 — Basic weaknesses.
detail. 2 — Unsatisfactory.
8 — Minor defects.
6 — Lacking finesse and/or interpretation.

JUDGING CRITERIA COMMENTS


Vocal Delivery
Clarity of Speech: Degree to which words are clearly articulated and
understood
Diction and Pronunciation: Degree to which words are properly pronounced
Consistent Volume Control: Degree to which contestant controls variation of pitch and
audibility; projection
Fluidity of Speech: Appropriate use of pauses, punctuation, intonation, modulation of
tone

Emotional Delivery
Pathos: Degree of passion with which the speech is delivered
Emotion: Degree of emotional expression; variation of emotional expression
Element of Persuasion: Degree of conviction demonstrated in the delivery of
the speech
Engagement of Audience: Degree to which speaker is able to maintain the audience’s
interest

Physical Delivery
Gestures, Poise and Posture: Appropriate use of hands, body, facial expressions;
demeanor
Mobility: Appropriate use of space in delivery
Eye Contact: Degree to which visual connection with audience is maintained
Tempo: Appropriate rhythm is established and maintained

Accuracy
Level of Memorization: Degree to which the entire speech is committed to
memory
Reflect mood of original occasion: Degree to which audience is transported to
the appropriate time period
Capture intention/conviction of original speaker: Degree of success in
fulfilling the aim and purpose of the original speaker
Level of Ownership: Degree to which contestant personalizes and owns the
speech

Overall Appeal
SCORE
Exceed Time Limit (-2)
Final Score

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