Prose Reading is the oral interpretation of prose literature. The purpose of Prose Reading is to acquaint students with the genre and the application of the principals 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.
No author's work may appear in 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.