Requirements for Persuasive & Informative Speeches:
  Your speech must be new and original.  You cannot copy it directly from an existing speech, 
       news article or anything that someone else has written.
  Parents and adult volunteers are encouraged to assist or coach the 4-H member with the 
       speech, but they must not write or research the speech for them.
  Visual aids, costumes, and props are not allowed.
  Subject matter must be on a topic that explores the challenges and opportunities of youth,
       families, and society.  It must be a topic of importance and interest to the audience that 
       includes both young people and adults from rural communities or cities and different
       backgrounds.
  All speeches will be given on Friday, March 17, 2006 at 4:30 PM in the downstairs 
       courtroom of the Crenshaw County Courthouse.

Age Divisions:
  Junior Level I:    9-11 years of age
  Junior Level II: 12-13 years of age
  Senior Level I:   14-15 years of age
  Senior Level II: 16-19 years of age

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