Prose Reading

Critique Sheet

(circle one) 1    2    3   4   ADVANTAGED

Name of contestant: _________________Name of school: ___________________________

Title of selection: ____________________    Author:_________________

Judges ___________________________   _____________________________________

Rules for the presentations are:

Three entries per level per school

Prose Reading is judged on the basis of reading and not on any interpretation by the contestant, other than the use of voice changes, eye contact, facial gestures and some use of hands. No props or costumes may be used. The contestant may not walk around. Poetry/prose memory selections may not be used as poetry/prose reading selections or vice versa by the same person.

The selection must be from a German-speaking author, i.e., published in German originally.But it may be from a non German who writes German, ie, Kishon. It may not be a translation from a non-German speaking author, although it may be published.

At least two copies of the selection must be presented to the judges at the contest. The name of the selection with the name of the author must be listed in the entry form with the name of the person performing it. 

Length and Time requirements:

First year, minimum 16 lines or one minute; maximum 24 lines or two minutes.  Second year, minimum 20 lines or 1 1/2 minutes, maximum 32 lines or 2 1/2 minutes.  Third/Fourth/levels, Minimum 24 lines or 2 minutes, maximum, 46 lines or three minutes.

1. SELECTION and PREPARATION: The selection was sufficiently prepared. It possesses interest and literary value. ((0-20pts)

2. INSIGHT AND UNDERSTANDING: The speaker reflects the mood and the meaning of the selection. (0-20pts)

3. CONTROL OF FORM and VOICE AND DICTION: Enunciation is distinct. Speaker maintains a balance between thought and rhythm. Grouping, pauses, etc, are handled meaningfully without being pedantic. The voice is clear.  Does the speaker avoid monotone?(0-20pts)

4. BODILY MOVEMENTS: The speaker was poised.  Speaker avoids distracting movement, but used movement to interpret. (0-20pts)

5. PRONOUNCIATION: Speaker's pronunciation is correct and understandable. (0-20pts)

 TOTAL POINTS:_______(The winner will be determined by adding all the points given by the judges. Please check your addition. )

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