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Youth Fest

Official Rule Book

2013

Official Rule Book MFYF, 2013 Page 2

Assalamualikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh:

uslimah 4ever Youth Fest in short MFYF has established itself as a trademark

for Youth Competitions especially for the girls. It is a much awaited annual event

that marks the calendar of International Schools. Alhamdulillah, over the years

500+ students from over twenty five International Schools have participated in various events,

pitching their minds and talents with other Muslim girls. Each year, we do our best to improve

the way we do competitions at MFYF, and we’re pleased to have been able to make some

significant progress this year.

This Year: We have increased the competitions to cater to a more diverse age group; we have

also included a new event for all age groups. Detailed below are some major changes, in MFYF

2013

1) The age group of competing students has to be calculated as of April 1st, 2013

2) The events will now be held on two consecutive days(Thursday & Friday) compared to

two consecutive weekends before

3) Two new events have been added to the Fest;

Qiraa’ah – A Quran Recitation event with fixed portions for all age groups the focus

being on Recitation and not Memorization

Presentations – Social Media and Dawah now go hand in hand. Talks are no longer

just verbal speech rather the focus is now on visual aids for an enhanced

understanding of the subject. To teach our girls the best methods to prepare for such

occasions, the event ‘Presentations’ was conceived. An in-school activity wherein the

presentations are to be prepared and sent from School, the top scoring teams will then

present live, for the final rankings

This booklet contains all the competition rules and judging ballots you’ll need to compete in.

Come along and join us for a fabulous time, as we learn, compete and share under the beautiful

banner of Muslim Sisterhood. We look forward to seeing you

there. Come.Dare.Win

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Table of contents:

1 Theme -------------------------------------------------- 3

2 General guidelines and code of conduct ----------- 4

3 2D Art – Competition Guidelines ------------------ 5

4 2D Art – Judges Marking Sheet -------------------- 6

5 Quiz - Competition Guidelines --------------------- 7

6 Quiz - Prelim Guidelines ---------------------------- 8

7 Public Speaking - Competition Guidelines -------- 9

8 Public Speaking - Judges Marking Sheet ---------- 10

9 Presentations – Competition Guidelines ----------- 12

10 Presentations – Judges Marking Sheet ------------- 13

11 Qiraa’ah – Competition Guidelines ---------------- 14

12 Overall Trophy Marking Guidelines --------------- 15

13 Schedule and Contact us ----------------------------- 16

14 Map to Venue ----------------------------------------- 17


‘Quran – the Ultimate Miracle’

All praise belongs to Allah, we praise Him, and we seek His forgiveness. Whosoever Allah

guides then there is none who can misguide him and whosoever Allah leaves astray there is none

who can guide him.

Al Quran, the main source of the Islamic faith, is a book believed by Muslims, to be of

completely Divine origin. We also believe that it contains guidance for all mankind, and as

Muslims we know this life to be a test for the Hereafter, and you as students know very well that

while giving the worldly tests the first thing we do is that we cover the syllabus for the test.

However, when giving the test of our life we fail to cover the syllabus for the test, and that

syllabus is the Noble Quran.

Allah says in the Quran:

“(This is) a Book (the Quran) which we have sent down to you full of blessings that they may

ponder over its Verses, and that men of understanding may remember. (Surah Sad: 29)”

Yet, such are the times that we have relegated the Quran to merely an annual read in Ramadan, a

book to be kept high on shelves, a ritualistic reading once in your lifetime before adulthood; or

for some as a book to memorize like a parrot, without knowing its meaning or fearing its

admonitions.

Thus, this theme is an effort to create awareness about the true intent of this sacred book and

reaffirm its place in our lives as a Guide and recognize its status as the Ultimate Miracle.

Allah (SWT) mentions in the Quran, “And we have certainly made the Quran easy for

remembrance, so is there any who will remember?”

(Surah Al-Qamar: 40)

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General Guidelines and COC:

Responsibility

Equal opportunity of participation for all Muslim students

Punctuality

No personal bias

Cheating

Age dynamics

Disqualification

Respect for spirit of competition

Must carry an identification card – a copy of Iqama or an authorization from

the school.

Must wear the MFYF participant badge at all times.

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2D Art Competition Guidelines

The following is a list of rules and procedures for this category. Failure to fulfill these

obligations and/or any violation of them may result in point loss or disqualification from the

competition.

Age Specification: To ensure a fair competition, we have decided to make our age policy

very strict. Participants who have crossed 6 months after they have turned 9 will not be

allowed to compete. In short, participants who are 8-9 plus or minus six (6) months either

way will be allowed to compete, as of 1st April, 2013

No more than two (2) students from each school can register for this competition.

MFYF ID and order of competition will be pre-assigned on a random selection basis.

This competition is NOT a team effort; each participant must turn in a separate piece of

work.

Competitors shall report at the appropriate time to the designated place.

Each contestant should bring their own canvas or paper of the following dimension –

12" * 18" (30.5 cm * 45.7 cm), mounted on a foam board for ease of use & presentation.

Drawing boards or canvases not adhering to the above dimensions will be rejected.

Watercolor paper is preferred. Please do not use plain paper or chart paper that cannot

absorb water and will leave streaks or flows when left to dry. The supplies shall NOT be

provided by MFYF. Contestants are responsible to carry their own material.

The canvas should be empty and any form of tracing or outlines will lead to

disqualification of the contestant. The canvas should clearly display the MFYF ID

The contestant is NOT allowed to glue/ paste any readymade material (like Stickers, 3D

objects, ribbons, foam, embroidery threads etc) on to the drawing board.

Acceptable mediums for artwork include, but are not limited to: watercolor, oil, crayon,

mixed mediums, chalk, and pastels, charcoal…etc.

The time allotted to complete the artwork is 1 hour. A grace period of 5 minutes shall be

granted at the end of which the contestant should put down her tools and move away

from the work area. Any contestant who crosses the mentioned time limit will be

disqualified.

Artwork must relate to the overall MFYF theme. The artwork must be based on

‘STORIES FROM THE QURAN’.

Artwork cannot take the form of humans or animals. Plants, landscapes, silhouettes of

creatures and inanimate objects are allowed.

If the number of winning entries is high then the participant will be interviewed in order

to recite the ayah, based on which the artwork has been created.

The artwork will be judged according to the Arts Competition Ballot.

Submitted artwork, spoiled due to man handling is not the

responsibility of MFYF.

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2D ART - JUDGES MARKING SHEET MFYF ID : TOTAL SCORE: --------/ 45 JUDGE : Section A (Technical) --------/5

*The full score is awarded for every “Yes.”

Zero points awarded for every “No.” Point value is in parenthesis.

Mark Yes/No

(2) yes/no Submission meets required dimensions

(3) yes/no Submission does not include human or animal forms or any

Readymade material

Section B (Purpose, Design & Creativity) --------/30

(2) _____ Evidence of the student’s effort to achieve the stated purpose.

(5) _____ Design reflects the theme.

(3) _____ Artwork clearly communicates a story or statement.

(5) _____ Visual balance, composition and layout enhance the overall beauty

of the artwork.

(5) _____ Artwork makes a visual impact and stands on its own as a

complete work of art.

(5) _____ Expression is unique and fully developed to present fresh concepts

in imaginative and inventive ways.

(5) _____ Work breaks new ground in communicating its message.

Section C (Application of Theme) --------/10

In case of many winning entries please ask the following question to gauge their understanding

of the theme and how it was expressed in their work. Then proceed to scoring.

How did you aim to convey this year’s theme in your work? In what ways does your

artwork represent your point of view, imagination, creativity, and individuality?

(5) _____ There is a strong, clearly evident relevance to the

theme

(5) _____ The theme is expressed in a unique or outstanding

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Quiz Competition Guidelines

The following is a list of rules and procedures for this event. Failure to fulfill these obligations

and/or any violation of them may result in point loss or disqualification from the competition.



allowed to compete. In short, participants who are 10-12 plus or minus six (6) months

either way will be allowed to compete, as of April 1st, 2013

No more than five (5) teams of 2 students each from the same school can register for this

competition.

MFYF ID and order of competition will be pre-assigned on a random selection basis.

This competition IS a team effort. Each team will get an individual paper to solve

together for the prelim round.

Competitors shall report at the appropriate time to the designated place. They will be

introduced by their MFYF ID’s only

The time allotted to complete the quiz paper is 30 minutes. A grace period of 5 minutes

shall be granted and the teams must submit their papers. Any contestant who crosses the

mentioned time limit will clearly be disqualified.

The Quiz Paper must clearly show the allotted MFYF ID. Mentioning the name of the

participant or the school or any distinguishing mark will lead to disqualification of the

team.

Illegible or overwritten answers will not be considered.

The teams can discuss the quiz paper and answer them.

Any kind of malpractice will lead to disqualification.

Depending on the number of students signing up for this event, the competition might be

conducted in a series of rounds, with only the top contestants advancing to subsequent

rounds.

No enquiries regarding marks or qualification will be entertained. The qualifying teams

will be informed via SMS to the Teacher In charge. It will also be put up on the blog

http://muslimah4everyouthfest.wordpress.com and also updated on FB

The details of further rounds for finals will be intimidated to the qualifying teams

The portions for the Quiz will be

o Semi finals - General Quranic topics and Surah Kahf

o Finals – Juzz Amma (30 th Juz or Part), Scientific wonders in the Quran, Past

nations in the Quran

Recommended reference books (but not limited to) :

o Tafseer Ibn Katheer on Juz 30, Darussalaam & IIPH

o Quran and Modern Science – Dr. Zakir Naik

o Miracles in the Quran – Darusslam Publishers

o Encyclopedia for Children - Darussalaam

Publishers

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QUIZ – Prelim Round

Quiz Paper Pattern

Section A (Multiple Choice Questions)

1 Mark for every correct answer

The questions will be in Multiple choice fashion (MCQ); the correct answer should be

marked or circled clearly.

The answer will be invalid if more than one option is selected. Illegible or overwritten

answers will not be considered.

Total number of questions - 20

Section B (Match the following)

Match column A to column B


Section C (Pictorial Questions)

Identify the picture sequence and name the Surah


Section D (Bonus Round)

Bonus 5 points for attempt – Optional Round

4 questions of 2.5 each, negative marking of -2.5 for wrong answers

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Public Speaking Competition Guidelines

The Public Speaking contest is designed to enable the student to speak in an integrated manner

on a central idea, organize her ideas in a pattern, which is meaningful to her listeners, and orally

communicate her ideas effectively.

The following is a list of rules and procedures for this event. Failure to fulfill these obligations

and/or any violation of them may result in point loss or disqualification from the competition.





No more than 2 students from each school can register for this competition.

This competition is NOT a team effort. Each student will present individually.

Competitors shall report at the appropriate time and place designated.

The contestant is allowed to speak for 3 minutes after which a grace period of 30 seconds

will be given. The buzzer will signal that the speaker has met the minimum qualifying

time i.e. 2 minutes. The second buzzer will signal the end of time at 2 minutes and 30

seconds. Failure to wind up the speech within the time limit will clearly result in

disqualification.

Use of notes is strictly prohibited. Violation of the rule may either result in deduction of

marks or ultimate disqualification.

Visual aids are not to be used during the delivery of the speech. Physical props’ usage is

optional.

Participants may use references (books, the Quran, etc) but the source of any reference

used MUST be cited during her speech, failure to do so will result in deduction of marks.

NO references will be provided by MFYF.

Depending on the number of students who sign up for this event, the competition might

be conducted in a series of rounds, with only the top contestants advancing to subsequent

rounds.


will be informed via SMS of the Teacher In charge. It will also be put up on the blog

http://muslimah4everyouthfest.wordpress.com and also check us out on Face Book

The details of the semifinal and final rounds will be intimidated to the qualifying teams at

a later date.

The Topic of the speech is “Quran is a healing and a Mercy” in the light of our

theme – Quran the Ultimate Miracle. The contestants are not permitted to speak on any

other topic other than the one chosen.

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PUBLIC SPEAKING - JUDGES MARKING SHEET MFYF ID : TOTAL SCORE: --------/ 65 & Bonus: ____ JUDGE :

No prepared notes or outlines will be allowed in the preparation room. Reference to books,

magazines and a bibliographical file is permitted. Students can bring their own reference material

BEFORE they select a topic. Violation of this rule will result in disqualification from the

tournament.

NOTE: Students do NOT have to use references. If they use, they may be rewarded 3 bonus

points. However, if a student uses references and does NOT cite them, DEDUCT 4 points.

Speech Duration: ______: ______

Section A (Technical) --------/5

*The full score is awarded for every “Yes.”

Zero points awarded for every “No.” Point value is in parenthesis.

Mark Yes/No

(5) Yes/No Did the oration last less than 3 minutes? If it lasted longer, did the

orator stops after the 30-second grace period?

Section B (Content) --------/20

(4) _____ Did the speaker get the audience’s attention?

(3) _____ Was the topic clearly stated?

(3) _____ Did the speaker preview and give focus to the key ideas?

(3) _____ Was there a logical progression of ideas?

(4) _____ Did the speaker tie the speech together?

(3) _____ Was there a note of finality?

Section C (Presentation) --------/25

(2) _____ Was the content informative?

(2) _____ Was there sufficient use of logic, facts, examples and/or expert

opinion?

(2) _____ Was the information pertinent to the specific topic?

(3) _____ Was the delivery natural, lively, and spontaneous?

(2) _____ Was enunciation clear?

(2) _____ Was volume appropriate?

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(3) _____ Was there sufficient variety in rate, pause, and pitch?

(3) _____ Did the speaker exhibit poise and confidence?

(2) _____ Were gestures varied, movement motivated, and eye contact

direct?

(2) _____ Did the speaker exhibit command of conversational style?

(2) _____ Was the language precise, grammatically correct, and vivid?

Bonus: ______

(3) _____ Did the speaker use reference material and quote its source?

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(-4) _____ Did the speaker use reference material and not quote its source?

Section D (Judge’s Discretion) --------/15

After the perusing of the extemporaneous speaking content and performance, rate the entire

experience from 1 to 15.

· 1 being very poor (no organization, intonation, or relation to the theme)

· 7 to 8 being average

· 15 being exceptional (memorable performance, sound understanding of the theme,

exceptional speech content).

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Presentation Competition Guidelines

Presentations are basically Power points where in the creativity of the students is given a chance

flourish. It is a team effort. A minimum of one (1) and a maximum of three (3) people can

register for this competition. One submission per MFYF team, two teams per school allowed

The following is a list of rules and procedures for this category. Failure to fulfill these

obligations and/or any violation of them may result in point loss.





No more than 2 teams from each school can register for this competition.

This competition is a team effort.

Presentations must be sent in .ppt format, to [email protected]. In case the file is

too big, it should be uploaded to an online file share site (e.g. Dropbox) and an invite sent

to the above email. You can also send an SMS to the co-coordinator on 0565400265

Video, sound clips and animations are acceptable visual aids, but must be submitted as

separate files along with the PowerPoint.

Presentation may not exceed 25slides

Registered groups must send in their presentations no later than 10th April. Any

presentation that is received after 15th

April will be liable to point deduction

Participants may use references (books, the Quran, etc) but the source of any reference

used MUST be cited; failure to do so will result in deduction of marks. All facts and

measures must be accurate

Sources and/or references must be acknowledged, including audio/video clips or non-

stock photography

Qualifying presentations (top 3 or 5) will present live on the Final Day (26th

April, 2013)

where in the team shall report at the appropriate time and place designated.


will be informed via SMS of the Teacher In charge. It will also be put up on the blog

http://muslimah4everyouthfest.wordpress.com and also check us out on Face Book

The Topic of the Presentation is “The first 11 Ayah of Surah Muminoon”. The

presentation should be on the topic.

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PRESENTATIONS - JUDGES MARKING SCHEME

For the qualifying round, presentations will be evaluated based on the following

criteria-

Content and topic knowledge- 20%

Organization and delivery- 20%

Creativity and visual aids- 20%

Summary- 20%

FINALS

Each presentation will be judged by a panel of 3 judges.

All equipment including electronics for the presentation will be provided

Question and stage presence (applies for finals only) will be marked

The Presentation's duration is ten (10) minutes plus five (5) minutes grace period and an

additional five (5) minutes for Q&A immediately thereafter.

Points will be deducted for every 5 seconds over or under the time limit

Judges will ask only ONE question at the conclusion of the presentation. This question

will be scored

Winners for the presentation will be declared the same day.

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Qiraa’ah – Quran Recitation Competition Guidelines

Age Group (8-9) Age Group (10-12) Age Group (13-15) Age Group (16-18)

Surah Naba & Surah Abasa

Surah Naziat & Surah Insaan

Surah Tahreem & Surah Rahman

Surah Kahf & Surah Yaseen

RECITE FROM THE MUSHAF; THEY DO NOT HAVE TO MEMORIZE THE SAME.

Procedures:

Each level is treated as a separate competition.

For each age group 2 students are allowed

Students are not expected to memorize the portion of the Quran relevant to their level

Hafs (on the authority of Asim) is the default recitation style.

Participants have to pick a chit and recite the ayat or portion mentioned therein.

Judging will be based on two separate passages.

If the student is unable to continue reciting a passage after 5 seconds, the judge may read

a word (or few words) to help the student continue reciting.

Judges are expected to wait until the end of a verse or 5 seconds after a mistake

(whichever is greater) before signaling the competitor that a mistake was made.

If the mistake is corrected by the student immediately (within 5 seconds or before

continuing with the next verse) without being prompted in any way by the judge, no point

is deducted.

After allowing time for a student to self-correct, a judge should audibly tap their pen to

indicate a mistake and allow the student a chance to recite the verse once more.

Marks will be based on the following:

Tajweed, Tarteel and fluency will be judged

Tajweed – 10 points

Tarteel – 10 points

Fluency - 10 points

Lahn Jali – 10 points

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Overall School Trophy

Marking Guidelines

Details Points

A – Participation

Participation in the event

per team for Quiz, Presentations

per student for 2D Art, Public Speaking & Qiraa’ah

Participated but disqualified

1 point

-1 point

B – Qualification

Qualified to Semifinals

Qualified to Finals

2 points

5 points

C – Winning the event

1st Place

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15 points

10 points

5 points

D - Misbehavior

Unruly behavior, taunts, teasing, or other inappropriate behavior

will lead to deduction in the overall school points.

-5 points

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Other General Information

Sisters only event – Contestants (Girls only) & accompanying staff (women only)

Registration forms have to be filled in by the schools, clearly mentioning the Teacher In

charge’s name and contact number.

All details should be clearly mentioned

Failure to comply with the age guidelines of the contestants, by the school will lead to the

disqualification of the team and deduction in the overall points. Date of birth should be

clearly mentioned, age along with months in the registration forms.

Last date for the registration of the contestants is 25th

March, 2013

The registration forms are to be scanned and emailed to [email protected]

Teacher In Charge must accompany the students to the venue on both days.

Any further details regarding the event and a copy of this Rulebook can be found on the

blog www.muslimah4everyouthfest.wordpress.com . You can also contact the organizers

on [email protected] and on 0565400265. Check us out on Face book too for

updates

Program Schedule :

2D Art - Thursday, 25th

April, 2013

Qiraa’ah - Thursday, 25th

April, 2013

Presentations - Friday, 26th

April, 2013 (only qualifying teams)

Quiz

Prelims - Thursday, 25th

April, 2013

Semis & Finals - Friday, 26th

April, 2013

Public Speaking

Prelims - Thursday, 25th

April, 2013

Semis & Finals - Friday, 26th

April, 2013

Prize distribution - Friday, 26th

April, 2013, 8.00 pm

Venue : WAMY, Rawdah Branch, Opp., IIS boys section

Map enclosed

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Youth Fest · This booklet contains all the competition rules and judging ballots you’ll need ... a copy of Iqama or an ... Any kind of malpractice will lead to