| A demonstration speech explains how to do something or how
something works. Objects or physical activity by the demonstrator
must be exhibited. Visual aids ( charts, graphs, diagrams, maps,
pictures, etc.) are optional and may be used to enhance the demonstration
but are not to take the place of objects or activity. The speech
must be instructive and present valuable and significant information.
Rules:
1) The speech must be original with the participant.
2) Objects or physical activity by the demonstrator must be
exhibited.
3) Presentations will take place in normal-sized classrooms with
normal-sized doors. A table or desk will be supplied. All visual
aids, properties and equipment are to be supplied by the speaker.
4) This category prohibits the use of properties or equipment
endangering the health or safety of the participant, audience, or judge.
This includes, but not limited to, firearms, sharp knives, dangerous
chemicals and animals.
5) One other person, and only one, may be used to assist the demonstrator by
serving as the object of demonstration or by helping to set up, strike, or
handle equipment. It is permissible for the aide to be both an object
of demonstration and to help with the equipment. The aide must fulfill
WHSFA eligibility requirements but will not be considered a contestant;
registration fees will not be assessed on this person, nor will he/she be
eligible for an award. The assistant may be a contestant in another
category, but festival managers are not responsible for special scheduling
arrangements that this may require.
6) Maximum time limit is 10 minuets, including set up and strike down.
A 30 second grace period is allowed.
7)The use of both sides of one 4x6 note card is optional.
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