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TIPS FOR A DEMONSTRATION SPEECH OUTLINE
I. INTRODUCTION
A. Attention Step
Remember "Hooks" in writing? This is the same idea, you need to grab your audience and make
them interested in your speech. Anecdotes are particularly effective for a demonstration
speech. You could also use a famous quote, or a "full-speed" demonstration of your topic.
B. Statement of Purpose
This is when you tell us what the topic of your speech is.
C. Relate to audience
Probably the most important part of the introduction, this is when you tell the audience why it
will benefit them to learn what you have to share. Answer the questions "How or when will I be
able to use this information?" "Where have I or will I see this topic in my life?"
D. Preview Main Ideas
Just like in an essay, tell us your main points for your speech.
II. BODY
A. First Main Idea
Keep things as simple as possible by breaking procedures into steps. Keep organization logical
by going from left to right, top to bottom, etc. Make similes if possible, to give your audience
a comparison to something they already know (for example, scoop a gob of peanut butter
"about the size of a golf ball")
B. Second Main Idea
C. Third Main Idea
III. CONCLUSION
A. Summary of Main Ideas
Review the steps of the procedure, in the order you presented them.
B. Restate Purpose
Remind us how, when, and/or where our new knowledge will be beneficial to us.
C. Closing Device
Tie back to your attention step - finish the story, relate your quote to your topic, etc.
Peanut butter and Jelly Sandwich demonstration speech
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Introduction
a. Attention Step: It has been said that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.
The ancient Greek philosopher, Sophocles said around 450 B.C. that “Evil men live to
eat and drink, and good men eat and drink to live.”
b. Statement of Purpose: Whether you’re trying to win someone’s heart or just nourish a
hungry body, you will want to know how to please people by making a peanut butter and
jelly sandwich.
c. Relate to audience: This sandwich dates back to the late 1800’s when George
Washington Carver invented peanut butter, and is a favorite for people of all ages. By
learning the basic technique of making this sandwich, you will be a favorite among
mealtime guests.
d. Preview of main ideas: To make a PB and J, you will need to gather your materials,
assemble the sandwich, and then serve your sandwich with accompaniments.
Body
a. First main idea: To begin, you’ll need to gather all your ingredients and utensils.
These include two slices of bread, peanut butter, jelly, a plate and a butter knife.
You’ll probably want to put the items on a clean counter or table on which to work.
b. Second main idea: After you have gathered your materials, you’re ready to begin
assembling the sandwich. Begin by placing the slices of bread on the plate, one beside
the other. Next, use the knife to scoop some peanut butter out of the jar. You want to
get a dollop a little smaller than a golf ball. Spread the peanut butter evenly over one
of the slices of bread. Once the peanut butter is evenly spread, clean off the excess
from the knife by wiping it on the other, clean slice of bread. Now that the knife is
clean, scoop some jelly out of the jar and spread it on the clean slice of bread until it is
even in consistency to the peanut butter. Finish the sandwich by marrying the slices of
bread. Turn the peanut butter slice onto the jelly slice, just like turning the pages of a
book.
c. Third main idea: Now that you’ve made a delicious peanut butter and jelly sandwich,
you must serve it. Since it’s already on a plate, simply add some chips or Frito’s, and
accompany it with a glass of cold milk. This is the area where you can add a great deal
of creativity in how you serve the sandwich, so don’t be afraid to experiment!
Conclusion
a. Summary of main ideas: You now know that making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich
involves gathering the materials, assembling the sandwich, and serving it with
accompaniments.
b. Restate purpose: With this knowledge you can satisfy eaters of all ages when it is
your turn to make a meal.
c. Closing device: Although Sophocles did not have peanut butter and jelly, it can please
the good man and the evil man alike. Furthermore, you can be sure that a peanut
butter and jelly is the SURE way to my heart.