Mandarin-English Storytelling Contest

Winners of the Contest

Prize	Winner
Champion	Liu Fang Ming
Second Prize	Ma Tsz Ying
Third Prize	Liu Chia Yen

Mandarin-English Storytelling Contest 普通話-英語說故事比賽

活動宗旨:

Objectives:

i. 評估雙語能力；

To assess bilingual proficiency；

ii. 提高講故事的能力。

To promote storytelling excellence.

參賽資格：

Participants：

歡迎本校學生參加。

All EdUHK students are welcome to join this competition.

活動簡介：

Event Description:

這個活動旨在測試學生在普通話和英語方面的雙語能力。他們必須從四個故事中選擇一個，並閱讀英文和中文劇本。他們應該有準確的發音和適當的語氣，反映他們的情感。

這個活動旨在展示學生在普通話和英語方面的能力。參與者將有機會選擇四個故事中的一個，並通過大聲朗讀英文和中文劇本來展示他們的雙語能力。

除了準確的發音之外，參與者還將根據他們傳達故事的適當語氣和情感的能力而受到評判。無論是在烏龜和兔子之間的競賽中的興奮，還是在《小紅母雞》中發現的誠實和勤奮的道德教訓，參與者都必須用兩種語言將這些故事變得生動。

通過這場比賽，我們旨在慶祝語言和文化的豐富性，同時為學生提供一個平台，展示他們的雙語能力。

This event aims to test students’ bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English. They must select a story from the 4 stories and read both the English and Chinese script. They should have an accurate pronunciation and the proper tone that reflect their emotions.

This event is designed to showcase students' proficiency in both Mandarin and English languages. Participants will have the opportunity to select one of four stories and demonstrate their bilingual skills by reading aloud both the English and Chinese scripts.

In addition to accuracy in pronunciation, participants will be judged on their ability to convey the proper tone and emotions of the story. Whether it's the excitement of a race between the Tortoise and the Hare, or the moral lessons of honesty and hard work found in The Little Red Hen, participants must bring these tales to life in both languages.

Through this competition, we aim to celebrate the richness of language and culture while also providing a platform for students to develop and showcase their bilingual proficiency.

Story 1: The Tortoise and the Hare / 乌龟和兔子

Chinese:

从前，有只乌龟和一只兔子住在一起。他们是好朋友，但总是吵架，因为他们都想证明自己更快。

有一天，兔子嘲笑乌龟说：“你太慢了，根本无法赢得比赛。”

乌龟耐心地回答说：“我们来赛跑吧。”

比赛开始了，兔子迅速奔跑，而乌龟缓慢而稳定。兔子以为自己会轻松获胜，于是停下来休息。然而，当他醒来时，发现乌龟已经到达终点了。

这个故事告诉我们，不要轻视别人，慢而稳的步伐也能取得成功。

English:

Once upon a time, there was a tortoise and a hare who lived together. They were good friends but always argued because they both wanted to prove they were faster.

One day, the hare teased the tortoise, saying, "You're so slow, you could never win a race."

The tortoise patiently replied, "Let's have a race then."

The race began, with the hare sprinting ahead and the tortoise moving slowly but steadily. The hare thought he would easily win, so he stopped to take a rest. However, when he woke up, he found the tortoise had already reached the finish line.

This story teaches us not to underestimate others, as slow and steady steps can also lead to success.

Story 2: The Boy Who Cried Wolf / 撒谎的小男孩

Chinese:

从前，有个小男孩负责放羊。他很无聊，于是经常喊骗说有狼来了。村民们每次听到他的叫声都会来帮助，但发现只是个恶作剧。

但有一天，真的有只狼来了，小男孩却因为之前的谎言而失去了信用，没有人相信他。最终，他的羊被狼吃掉了。

这个故事告诉我们，撒谎会失去信任，说话要诚实可靠。

English:

Once upon a time, there was a boy who was responsible for herding sheep. He was very bored, so he often cried wolf, claiming there was a wolf coming. Each time the villagers heard his cries, they would come to help, only to find it was a prank.

But one day, a real wolf did come, and the boy, because of his previous lies, had lost all credibility. No one believed him. In the end, his sheep were eaten by the wolf.

This story teaches us that lying can lead to a loss of trust, and it's important to be honest and reliable.

Story 3: The Little Red Hen / 小红母鸡

Chinese:

从前，有只小红母鸡发现了一粒麦子。她问牛、猫和狗：“谁来帮我种这粒麦子？”他们都说太忙了，不愿帮忙。

小红母鸡决定自己种植、浇水、收割。最后，她做成了一块美味的面包。当她邀请牛、猫和狗一起分享时，他们都嫉妒不已。

这个故事告诉我们，勤劳和努力工作的人最终会收获成功。

English:

Once upon a time, a little red hen found a grain of wheat. She asked the cow, the cat, and the dog, "Who will help me plant this grain of wheat?" They all said they were too busy and didn't want to help.

The little red hen decided to plant, water, and harvest it herself. In the end, she made a delicious loaf of bread. When she invited the cow, the cat, and the dog to share it with her, they were all jealous.

This story teaches us that hard work and diligence lead to success.

Story 4: The Lion and the Mouse / 狮子和老鼠

Chinese:

从前，有一只狮子被一只老鼠救了。后来，老鼠被猎人捕获了。狮子听到老鼠的哀求声，跑过去将它救了出来。

狮子和老鼠成了朋友，彼此帮助。有一天，狮子被一只陷阱困住了，老鼠听到了狮子的哀号声，赶来帮助将它解救了。

这个故事告诉我们，即使是小小的人物也能做出大事情，互相帮助是非常重要的。

English:

Once upon a time, a lion was saved by a mouse. Later, the mouse was caught by a hunter. The lion heard the mouse's cries and ran to save it.

The lion and the mouse became friends and helped each other. One day, the lion was trapped in a net, and the mouse heard its cries for help. The mouse rushed to rescue the lion.

This story teaches us that even small creatures can do great things, and helping each other is very important.

參與指南

Participation:

如希望參加比賽，請填寫表格，並通過這個網址提交你的MP4錄音。

To participate, simply complete the form and submit your MP4 recording through the provided link.

講故事指南

Storytelling Instruction:

多次大聲朗讀您所選故事的英文和中文劇本。
Practice reading both the English and Chinese scripts of your chosen story aloud multiple times.

注意兩種語言的發音、語調和流暢度。
Pay attention to pronunciation, intonation, and fluency in both languages.

注意節奏，確保您在英文和中文閱讀中都保持穩定的節奏。
Pay attention to pacing and ensure that you maintain a steady rhythm throughout both the English and Chinese readings.

努力用您的故事講故事技巧吸引觀眾，使角色和敘述在兩種語言中栩栩如生。
Aim to captivate the audience with your storytelling skills and bring the characters and narrative to life in both languages.

獎項評選標準:

Criteria for Award:

準確的發音:參賽者將根據他們在普通話和英語中準確發音的能力進行評估。
Accurate Pronunciation: Participants will be evaluated on their ability to pronounce words accurately in both Mandarin and English.

情感表達:評委將考慮參賽者通過他們的聲音表達和表情如何成功地捕捉到故事中所描繪的情緒、感受和情感。
Reflection of Emotion: Judges will consider how well participants capture the mood, feelings, and sentiments portrayed in the story through their vocal delivery and expression.

正確的節奏:評委將評估敘述的節奏、韻律和流暢度，確保它與故事在普通話和英語中的自然進展相一致。
Right Rhythm: Judges will evaluate the pacing, cadence, and flow of the narration, ensuring that it aligns with the natural progression of the story in both Mandarin and English.

遞交參賽作品：

Submission:

i. 提交原創配音之前，必須完成問卷。

All participants have to finish the form after the submission.

ii. 參賽的原創作品，請通過此鏈接進行提交，

All participants should submit the original MP4 recording via this submission link.

賽事日程

Activity schedule

Deadline of submission 3^rd June 2024

Announcement of results 10^th June 2024

提交截止日期： 2024年6月3日

結果公佈日期 2024年6月10日