ENGLISH LANGUAGE

SKETCH COMPETITION

FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

RULES AND GUIDELINES

 SKETCH COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS
RULES AND GUIDELINES

1.0 Introduction

The Sketch Competition serves as a platform for pupils and teachers to promote
and demonstrate creative ideas in their work. Sketch motivates pupils to use
English and therefore improves their command of the language.

It is hoped that sketch can also instil values amongst pupils to be more sensitive
and appreciative towards local arts.

2.0 Objectives

2.1 To support the nation’s efforts to encourage the use of the English language
amongst pupils.

2.2 To encourage pupils to appreciate sketch as it promotes integration and

inculcates moral values.

2.3 To provide the opportunity for pupils and teachers to show their talents and
creativity in the art of dramatisation; the usage of English which incorporates
script writing, directing, stage management and other technical aspects.

3.0 Competition Rules

3.1 This competition is open to all pupils

3.1.1 from year 4 to year 6 only. Year 3 pupils are allowed to participate if
they are from under enrolled schools.

3.1.2 from government-aided schools under the purview of the Ministry of

Education.

3.2 Each team comprises a maximum of 10 participants (including the technical

crew: stage manager, technical coordinator, set and prop assistant,
prompter) and two teachers-in-charge.

3.2.1 It is encouraged that the majority of the team members act and
speak. This will work in favour of the team.

3.3 All team members must be from the same school.

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 3.4 The duration of performance is limited to 7-10 minutes.

3.5 The selection of theme is open but should not touch on sensitive issues
for instance, race, religion, stereotyping, politics etc.

3.6 Participating teams are encouraged to produce their own scripts. Scripts
or translated scripts of established plays must be adapted and cited.

3.7 Sketch scripts must include synopses and cast lists and be typed using
Font 12 Times New Roman on A4 paper. Scripts should be sent to the
Organising Committee two weeks before the competition proper.

3.9 Judging is based on these criteria:-

3.9.1 Creativity of Sketch 35 %

3.9.2 Language 30 %

3.9.3 Overall Coordination & Performance 25 %

3.9.4 Positive Values / Message(s) 10 %

Total 100%

3.10 Teams which do not abide by the rules will be penalized.

4.0 Guidelines

4.1 Language

4.1.1 It is compulsory to use English language throughout the sketch

performance. Nevertheless, limited use of certain local Malaysian
registers is allowed.

4.1.2 Use of vulgar words and gestures and gruesome scenes are strictly
prohibited.

4.1.3 Scripts must not touch on sensitive issues for instance, race,
religion, politics, etc.

4.2 Theme

4.2.1 Themes reflecting positive messages and values should be

predominant in the sketch.

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 4.3 Costumes

4.3.1 Participants should wear appropriate costumes in line with the characters
they portray.

4.4 Set and Props

4.4.1 The use of sets and props should be minimised. The management and
use of all equipment is the direct responsibility of each participating
team.

4.4.2 Sets and props should not hinder the movement of the team members.

4.4.3 Use of sharp objects (for instance knives, keris, etc.), fire, inflammable
and dangerous chemical substances is strictly prohibited.

4.4.4 Safety of sets and props should be ensured at all times.

4.4.5 Virtual props / Computer Generated Images (CGI) are not allowed.

4.5 Music

4.5.1 Each team should have technical assistant(s) from the team members to
coordinate music and recordings.

4.6 Demeanour

4.6.1 Participants should not portray indecent actions or excessive movements

that are provocative.

4.6.2 The presentation should take into account the comfort and safety of the
audience and actors.

4.7 Duration of Time

4.7.1 Time allocated for each presentation is between 7 to 10 minutes. The

timing of the presentation starts with the first movement, first word
uttered by the actor(s) or any sound effects. Marks will be deducted
thereafter.

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 4.8 Adjudication

4.8.1 There will be a panel of at least five judges at the state and national
levels.

4.8.1.1 The judges for the national level will be appointed by the Sports,
Co- Curricular and Arts Division, Ministry of Education.

4.8.2 Penalty: A total of 5 marks will be deducted if:

4.8.2.1 sensitive issues are touched

4.8.2.2 performance is below or above stipulated time

4.8.2.3 stipulated exclusions under competition guidelines are

infringed

4.8.2.4 use of vulgar words and gestures as well as gruesome

scenes are present.

4.8.3 Points will be awarded according to the score sheet.

4.8.4 The team with the majority of votes will be declared the winner.

4.8.5 Individual team marks will not be disclosed.

4.8.6 The decision of the judges is final.

4.8.7 Leaflets are not to be distributed to the judges.

4.9 Recording and Submission

4.9.1 The actors must be recorded separately and merged for the final video.
Face to face interaction is prohibited as per SOP given by MOE.

4.9.2 The submitted recording must be in landscape.

4.9.3 Usage of DSLR or Video Cameras to shoot the video is encouraged.

Videos shot must be at least of HD Quality at 1080x780 resolution.

4.9.4 No subtitles should be added to the video by any means.

4.9.5 Videos should be uploaded on YouTube and set as unlisted. Link to the
video will be submitted to the organizer via suitable means. (i.e. Google
Form)

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 4.9.6 Video submitted will not be returned to the owner and the organizer
reserves the right to publish the winning videos of this competition.
However, the copyright remains as the property of the owner.

5.0 Prizes

Prizes are awarded as follows:-

5.1 Champion

5.2 Second Prize winner

5.3 Third Prize winner

5.4 Two Consolation Prize winners

5.5 Best Performer

5.6 Plaques and certificates of achievement will be awarded to the winning

teams. Certificates of participation will be awarded to all participating teams.

Note:

The winning teams from the previous year may participate in the current year but
the text and performance must not be an exact replica.

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This concept paper is valid as of 2021 until further notification or revision from the Ministry
of Education and can be used at all levels for competitions organized by the Ministry. The
competition will abide to the above rules ONLY.

Division of Sports, Co-curricular and Arts

Ministry of Education, Malaysia

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 ENGLISH LANGUAGE
SKETCH COMPETITION
FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

ADJUDICATION FORMS
 SKETCH COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

SCOPE OF ADJUDICATION: A GUIDE

CREATIVITY OF SKETCH LANGUAGE OVERALL POSITIVE

COORDINATION & VALUES /
PERFORMANCE MESSAGE

“Freshness” or uniqueness Dialogues Emphasise interplay Well

of the content Overall & cooperation projected
New / unusual / different pronunciation / Team members
perspective comprehensible work well together
Storyline Words properly Many characters
Development projected have significant
Plot Voice consistent roles in the play
Coordination: scenes & with the Enjoyable
timing character performance &
(Music and theme) Lines & cues pleasing to the
(Music and scenes) memorised well audience
Dialogues Language spread Choreography
Costumes Music effect
Suitable props
 TIME SHEET

SKETCH COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

_______________ LEVEL / YEAR _________

Performance
Team No.
(minutes)

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16

Timekeeper's
Name
Signature

Date
 SCORE SHEET
SKETCH COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS
_______________ LEVEL / YEAR _________

TEAM CREATIVITY OF SKETCH LANGUAGE OVERALL POSITIVE PENALTY TIME TOTAL PLACING
(35 marks) (30 marks) COORDINATION AND VALUES / (max.
PERFORMANCE MESSAGE 5 marks)
(25 marks) (10 marks)
Creative / Storyline & Props Words clearly Flow of Effective Positive Sensitive
Innovative development (5 marks) articulated; Drama utilisation Values issues
ideas in of ideas, comprehensible between of space emphasised touched,
performance dramatic Cast, (5 marks) / projected below or
(20 marks) structure in Delivery; (10 marks) above
plot Interplay and stipulated
(10 marks) cooperation time,
emphasised; stipulated
within the exclusions
allocated under
time
competition
(20 marks)
guidelines
infringed, use
of vulgar
words and
gestures and
gruesome
scenes
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
 SCORE SHEET
SKETCH COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS
_______________ LEVEL / YEAR _________

TEAM CREATIVITY OF SKETCH LANGUAGE OVERALL POSITIVE PENALTY TIME TOTAL PLACING
(35 marks) (30 marks) COORDINATION VALUES / (max.
AND MESSAGE 5 marks)
PERFORMANCE (10 marks)
(25 marks)
Creative / Storyline & Props Words clearly Flow of Effective Positive Sensitive issues
Innovative development (5 articulated; Drama utilisatio Values touched, below or
ideas in of ideas, marks) comprehensible between n of emphasise above stipulated
performance dramatic Cast, space d/ time, stipulated
(20 marks) structure in Delivery; (5 projected exclusions under
plot Interplay and marks) (10 marks) competition
(10 marks) cooperation guidelines
emphasised; infringed, use of
within the vulgar words
allocated and gestures
time
and gruesome
(20 marks)
scenes
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16

Judge’s Name : _________________________________ Date : ________________________

Signature : _________________________________
 FREQUENCY COUNT

SKETCH COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

_______________ LEVEL / YEAR _________

JUDGE

PLACING TIME 1 2 3 4 5
RESULT
TEAM NUMBER

Position Name Signature

Judge 1
Judge 2
Judge 3
Judge 4
Judge 5
Date
 FREQUENCY COUNT

SKETCH COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

_______________ LEVEL / YEAR _________

BEST PERFORMER

Team No. Role in Play and Name Overall Best Performer

Position Name Signature

Judge 1
Judge 2
Judge 3
Judge 4
Judge 5
Date
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SKETCH COMPETITION
FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

RESULTS
 RESULT

SKETCH COMPETITION FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS

_______________ LEVEL / YEAR _________

PLACING TEAM NUMBER STATE / SCHOOL

CHAMPION

SECOND

THIRD

FIRST CONSOLATION

SECOND CONSOLATION

BEST PERFORMER

Position Name Signature

Chief Judge
Judge 1
Judge 2
Judge 3
Judge 4
Date