Verse Reading is the oral interpretation of poetry. The purpose of Verse Reading shall be to acquaint students with the genre and the application of the principles of oral interpretation. Selections for this event may be chosen from any source deemed appropriate but must come from printed, published sources.
Compilations are permissible.
Poetry written by a given author may appear in no more than one program. The material should be in keeping with acceptable standards for good literature. This reduction is mandatory and will be administered by the contest management. The other contestants' ranks will not be affected. The script will be held.