Onstage questions are short and public. The goal is a calm, clear, warm answer in about 20 seconds.
How to practice
Smile, pause, and repeat the key words of the question to buy a second.
One point, one reason, one closing line.
Stop at about 20 seconds. Short and confident wins.
Questions marked for all ages suit younger contestants too.
20 questions to practice
If you could have dinner with anyone, living or not, who would it be?All ages
Describe yourself in three words.All ages
If you could teach everyone in the world one thing, what would it be?All ages
What is your superpower?All ages
What does the word 'service' mean to you?
If you were crowned tonight, what is the first thing you would do?
What makes you different from every other contestant here tonight?
What do you think is the biggest misconception about pageant contestants?
If you could change one thing about the world, what would it be?
What is one thing every child should have?All ages
What would you say to someone who's afraid to try something new?All ages
What is the best advice you've ever received?
What makes a good leader?All ages
If you could solve one problem in your community, what would it be?
What are you grateful for today?All ages
What does kindness look like in everyday life?All ages
Who inspires you, and why?All ages
What do you hope the audience remembers about you?
Why does service matter?
What makes your town special?All ages
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