Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region III
Schools Division Office of Bataan
District of Limay
LAMAO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Lamao, Limay, Bataan

MIDTERM EXAMINATION IN ORAL COMMUNICATION

Identify the term being described in the following statements. Choose the letter of your
answer.
1. It happens when individuals interact, negotiate, and create meanings while bringing in their
varied cultural backgrounds.
A. Cross-cultural Communication C. Intercultural Communication
B. Verbal Communication D. Nonverbal Communication
2. It refers to an interaction in which words are used to relay a message or to express ideas which
can be easily understood by the person you are talking to.
A. Cross-cultural Communication C. Intercultural Communication
B. Verbal Communication D. Nonverbal Communication
3. It is one of the features of effective communication where the speaker uses facts, figures and
real-life examples and situations.
A. Completeness C. Concreteness
B. Conciseness D. Consideration
4. It is one of the features of effective communication where the speaker focuses only on a single
objective in his/her speech so as not to confuse the audience.
A. Courtesy C. Correctness
B. Clearness D. Conciseness
5. It is a more interactive model where there is a collaborative exchange of messages between
communicators with the aim of understanding each other. It also shows that a barrier, such as
noise, may interfere with the flow of communication.
A. Aristotle’s Model C. Transaction Model
B. Shannon-Weaver Model D. Schramm’s Model
6. It is a comprehensive model which contains elements showing that communication is not a linear
process. It also includes the field of experiences of each communicator, a factor which is very
important in communication.
A. Aristotle’s Model C. Transaction Model
B. Shannon-Weaver Model D. Schramm’s Model
7. It dictates what appropriate language or vocabulary should be used or observed.
A. Speech Context C. Speech Act
B. Speech Style D. Speech Strategy
8. They may be formal or informal, personal or impersonal, depending on the relationship of the
communicators and the context.
A. Speech Contexts C. Speech Acts
B. Speech Styles D. Speech Strategies
9. These are verbs that execute the speech act that they intend to effect.
A. Locutionary Acts C. Assertives
B. Speech Acts D. Performatives
10. They occur when there is no direct connection between the form of the utterance and the
intended meaning.
A. Direct Speech Acts C. Inferred Speech Acts
B. Indirect Speech Acts D. Natural Speech Acts
What element of communication is being described in the following sentences?
11. It refers to the medium or the means, such as personal or non-personal, verbal or nonverbal, in
which the encoded message is conveyed.
12. It refers to the process of converting the message into words, actions, or other forms that the
speaker understands.
13. It refers to the reactions, responses, or information provided by the receiver.
What function of communication is being presented in the following situations?
14. “The class president reiterates the penalties on rule violations.”
15. “The weather forecaster spreads the rainfall advisory through different types of media.”
What barrier to communication is being manifested in the following situations?
16. “The foreman technically explains the work schedule to the laborers.”
17. “He is afraid to confess his feelings for her. He keeps quiet when she’s around.”
18. “She’s in the disco bar. I cannot hear what she is saying over the phone.”
What element is considered in the following statements to achieve effective and successful
verbal communication?
19. Consider of the gender, roles, ethnicity, preferences, and status of the person or people you are
talking to.
20. Find ways to charm your audience through the use of creative words.
21. Avoid fillers and insubstantial expressions which do not add to the message, such as “uh,”
“you know,” “I guess,” and others.
22. The language you use should be appropriate to the environment or occasion.
What stage of Developmental Model of Intercultural Sensitivity (DMIS) is defined in the
following statements?
23. Individuals start to go beyond their own cultures and see themselves and their actions based
on multifarious cultural viewpoints.
24. The individual starts to recognize cultural differences and is intimidated by them, resulting in
either a superior view on own culture or an unjustified high regard for the new one.
What element is being misrepresented in the following lines that show bias or insensitivity?
25. “You should not believe in Catholic priests; their religious practices are totally wrong.”
26. “The children laugh at their grandmother because she doesn’t know how to use a cellphone.”
27. “You are not allowed to join our group because you are a lesbian.”
28. “I don’t like to eat street foods. Only poor people eat them.”
What type of speech context is being presented in the following scenes?
29. You deliver words of gratitude during your graduation ceremony.
30. You participate in a symposium on anti-bullying in school.
31. You share the public advisory of class suspension in your Facebook timeline.
32. You feel disappointed on your score in the examination and you reflect on your performance
in class.
33. You and your special someone exchange sweet messages over Messenger.
What type of speech style is appropriate for the following situations?
34. You are gossiping with your friends in the hallway during break time.
35. During the flag ceremony, all teachers are required to recite the DepEd vision and mission.
36. The panel of judges declares the winners in the competition.
37. The mayor calls in the town councilors for an urgent meeting.
38. You are confiding your financial problem to your best friend.
What category of illocutionary acts is manifested in the following statements?
39. “It’s over! I’m breaking up with you.”
40. “It’s good that you decided to have your vacation here. Just feel at home!”
41. “This time I’ll make sure to realize my new year’s resolution.”
42. “I am requesting for your presence in my birthday celebration next week.”
43. “Nobody can ever defeat me in this competition.”
Enumerate some importance of achieving mastery in non-verbal communication.
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Illustrate the process of communication using a flow chart. (48-50)

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