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Preparing for the Round
- Ensure you will comply with “More than Two Rule” for the full round
- This applies when there is only one active competition room
- Pick up the Extemp folder from TAB
- Folder will hold: Topic Cards, Wall postings, Door postings
- Post the Preset Timer & Room Entry signs outside the Prep Room
- These signs should be with Logistics or Comms
- Post Wall and Door postings inside the Prep Room
- Comms will post Wall and Door postings outside the Prep Room
- Prepare laptop with Timeslots Template digital copy
- Lesson 3 will cover the Timeslots Template in depth
- Check chair and table count
- Designate a table space for holding competitor’s devices while they speak
- Prepare Topic Cards
- Separate cards and fold them to reveal only the competitor names
- Topic Cards should be placed only on the Extemp Prep Team Lead’s table
- Ensure Topic Cards are secure prior to Draw Times