Each contestant's score is assigned as follows:
Prepared speech: 30 points
Impromptu speech: 40 points
Question-and-answer session: 30 points 
Each of above is judged according to the following criteria: 
Speech content (40%) : subject selection, supporting material, organization, 
statement of purpose, coherence, humour 
Language quality (40%) : accuracy, clarity, fluency, pitch, pause, emphasis
General impression (20%) : manner, poise, eye contact, facial expression, 
gestures