Demonstration speech

Demonstration Speech Sample Outline:

How to establish a home aquarium?

Introduction

I. Attention getter

II. Relevance to the audience

III. Speaker credibility

IV. Thesis statement

V. Preview of main points

Body

I. The first step in establishing a home aquarium is choosing a tank.

1. The size of the tank is important.
2. The shape of the tank is important.
3. The cost of the tank is important.

II. The second step in establishing a home aquarium is equipping the tank.

1. You will need a filter system.
2. You will need a heater.
3. You will need an air pump.
4. You will need gravel.
5. You will need plants.
6. You may also want other decorations.

II. The third step in establishing a home aquarium is adding the fish.

1. Freshwater fish are the most common for home aquariums.
2. Saltwater fish are more expensive and require special care.

Conclusion

I. Signal the end of demonstration

II. Summary of main steps

III. Restatement of purpose

IV. Closing thought