Reading aloud from a written document is as easy as ABC but speaking extempore on any topic is the real test and challenge for spotting talent and ability in a student.
A ‘Just a Minute’ session was held on 9th May 2017. This event was for Grade 7 and 8. The whole class of each section participated in it. Each student spoke proudly and confidently about their respective topics.
Some of the topics for Grade-7 and 8
- My biggest concern for the future is…
- How to procrastinate like a professional – ten top tips.
- My worst embarrassing experience.
- 5 sure-to-impress excuses for not doing your homework.
- How to tell if your cat (dog, goldfish…) needs counselling
- How to successfully annoy your friends…
- The top 3 strangest hobbies.
- How to look intelligent?
- How to get others to do your work for you without them knowing.
- Five ways to test if your friends are really your friends.
- Why lying well can be useful sometimes.
- My secret life as Mr/Ms Magic.
Geetanjali Yadav and Priya Mahendru
Faculty, English Department,
G.D.Goenka World School, Sohna.
