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Unicus Global Xtempore Olympiad for Grade 9 consists of three rounds. Warm up round (25 points) helps students get familiar with the pattern with easy going topic to calm their nerves for next round. They get 30 seconds to think and 60 seconds to speak about contemporary topics such as economy and technology. Creative round (35 points) gives a surprise prompt that rewards their imagination and quick thinking. They get 45 seconds to think and 60 seconds to speak. The X factor round (40 points) requires a good structure and flow and carries the maximum weightage. Students will get 60 seconds to think and 60 seconds to speak.
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Round |
Format & skill |
Topic areas (broad) |
A strong response shows |
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1 · Warm-Up |
Phenomenon & critical view |
Contemporary forces shaping society — economy, technology, well-being, social change |
High-level critical thinking |
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2 · Creative |
Abstract value argument |
Competing values and principles (e.g. freedom vs security, justice, loyalty) |
Professional presence and controlled delivery |
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3 · X-Factor |
Abstract philosophical theme |
Paradoxes, logic, identity and classic philosophical statements |
Sophisticated reasoning with strong impact |
