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Intro to Public Speaking

Prepared speech for 9th-10th graders. Year-specific topic.

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About this event

Intro to Public Speaking is the 9th-10th grade version of the Public Speaking event. Competitors deliver a prepared 3-5 minute speech on an annually assigned topic. Judging focuses on content quality, structure, delivery fundamentals, and audience engagement. This is the ideal entry point for competitive public speaking in FBLA - building habits early pays off at State and NLC.

What's on the test

Speech structure (intro, body, conclusion)Transitions between pointsEye contact techniquesVocal projection and pacingPhysical presence and gesturesUsing note cards vs. full memorizationPractice techniques (record yourself, practice in front of mirror)Opening with impact

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