The following reference materials have been provided by the Institute for International Students (Nanjing University), Jiangsu International Cultural Association, and Jiangsu International Cultural Exchange Center. Students may take advantage of them to prepare for the competition.
2021 Improvised Speech Topics Bank (*Required)
For the 2nd Round of Competition, Contestants will draw from one of 10 questions to serve as their Improv Speech topic with 5 minutes preparation time. It is recommended Contestants download the 2021 Improvised Speech Topics Bank (PDF) and familiarize themselves with the topics to better prepare for the competition.
2021 GW Annual Chinese Speech Contest Finalists' Information Packet
This packet (PDF) is for 2021 GW Annual Chinese Speech Contest Finalists' reference only. Included are Zoom links, staff contacts, contestant order, day-of program schedule, and more.
2021 GW Annual Chinese Speech Competition Booklet
Download the 2021 GW Annual Chinese Speech Contest Booklet (PDF) to have on hand for competition day!
Cultural Questions Study Guide
Please note: These cultural questions were used in past competitions, and are not required the 2021 competition.
During the final rounds, contestants will be asked cultural questions about China from this study guide. 2019 GW Annual Chinese Speech Contest Cultural Study Guide is available for your reference. Questions and their answers will be in a randomized order during the final competition.
Charming Jiangsu (魅力江苏)
This is a short video highlighting famous places and landscapes in Jiangsu Province.
Wonderful Jiangsu (美好江苏)
This is a short article (PDF) in Chinese with a vocabulary list annotated in English. It provides a brief introduction to Jiangsu Province as well as a collection of useful names and phrases.
