One presentation permitted per school. Native speakers not eligible. All students receive the same topic, chosen by Bethany's Department of Foreign Languages. Students, handed a 3x5 note card with the topic written on it when they enter the room, are given one minute to organize their thoughts. During this time, they also may write key words on the card.
All presentations are tape-recorded.
Dramatic Presentations Skits in the language, performed by students. No notes or prompting. One presentation permitted per level per school. Judging based on pronunciation, expression and originality. Musical Presentations Traditional or contemporary music sung by groups of two or more.