Romblon State University
College of Arts and Sciences
Purposive Communication
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Test 1: Situational Examination
Directions: Read and analyze each question carefully and select the most appropriate response from the
provided options.
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What is globalization?
A political ideology
A process of increased interconnectedness and interdependence among countries
A type of art movement
A geological phenomenon
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How did the process of globalization historically begin to accelerate?
Through the spread of the internet
With the Industrial Revolution
After the fall of the Roman Empire
Through the colonization of the Americas
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d)
What is a primary driver of globalization?
Nationalism
Isolationism
Technological advances
Language barriers
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Which of the following is an example of a positive aspect of globalization?
Cultural homogenization
Increased access to medical advancements
Loss of local traditions
Cultural isolation
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b)
c)
d)
What is a potential negative consequence of globalization on local economies?
Increased economic growth
Loss of jobs to outsourcing
Enhanced local entrepreneurship
Reduced access to global markets
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b)
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How has globalization affected cultural diversity?
It has strengthened cultural isolationism.
It has led to the disappearance of all local cultures.
It has both facilitated the spread of global culture and the preservation of local cultures.
It has had no impact on cultural diversity.
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Which international organization promotes global trade and economic cooperation?
United Nations (UN)
World Trade Organization (WTO)
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
d) World Health Organization (WHO)
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c)
d)
How does globalization impact the environment?
It has no significant impact on the environment.
It can lead to increased pollution and resource depletion.
It always results in environmental preservation.
It reduces the need for energy consumption.
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b)
c)
What is one way globalization has influenced communication?
It has made it more difficult for people to communicate across borders.
It has eliminated all language barriers.
It has facilitated instant global communication through technologies like the internet and
smartphones.
d) It has reduced the need for communication.
10.
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What is a potential consequence of unequal benefits from globalization?
Increased poverty and income inequality in some regions
Enhanced economic development worldwide
A decrease in global economic growth
Uniform access to resources and opportunities for all
Test II: Identification
Directions: Identify and provide the correct term, concept, or piece of information that best matches
the description. If necessary, use your knowledge and understanding of the topic to make an informed
identification.
1. The study of communication between people from different cultural backgrounds.
2. Communication that takes into account the cultural norms, values, and expectations of both the
sender and receiver.
3. A culture's reliance on indirect and nonverbal cues in communication.
4. The tendency to focus on one task at a time and adhere to linear time schedules in
communication.
5. Communication style that emphasizes emotional expression and openness.
6. Cultures that prioritize relationships over task completion and schedules.
7. A communication style that is explicit, direct, and relies heavily on verbal communication.
8. The cultural dimension that values emotional composure and tends to avoid emotional displays.
9. Communication that is characterized by flexibility with time, multitasking, and less adherence to
schedules.
10. The cultural dimension that emphasizes the context and history of a relationship in
communication.
11. A communication style that prefers clear, detailed, and explicit verbal communication.
12. Cultures that rely on an indirect and layered approach to communication, where understanding
context is crucial.
13. Communication that places importance on individual expression and direct emotional
communication.
14. The cultural dimension where maintaining harmony and avoiding confrontation is valued.
15. A culture's tendency to prioritize relationships over tasks or schedules in communication.
16. Identify the term that refers to English used as a primary language by native speakers in
countries like the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
17. What do the initials "ESL" stand for, indicating a context where English is learned as an
additional language?
18. In which context does English serve as a medium of instruction but is not the first language of
the majority of the population, typically found in countries like India or Nigeria?
19. Identify the term for English used as a foreign language, often taught in non-English-speaking
countries for academic or professional purposes.
20. Which of the following contexts typically involves native speakers of English and non-native
speakers interacting in English for various purposes, such as business or education?
21. Identify the model of World Englishes introduced by linguist Braj Kachru that includes three
concentric circles.
22. In Braj Kachru's model, which circle represents the native speakers of English in countries like
the United States and the United Kingdom?
23. In Braj Kachru's model, which circle represents the countries where English is used as a second
language for administration and education, such as India or Nigeria?
24. In Braj Kachru's model, which circle represents the countries where English is used as a foreign
language for specific purposes, often for business or tourism?
25. What is the term for the variety of English that evolved from medieval languages and is spoken
in some regions of India, such as Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan?
Test III: Diagram Based-Examination
Directions: Visualize or draw the appropriate diagram to answer the question.
1. Create a diagram that illustrates the concept of "pidgin" in the context of language evolution.
(5pts)
2. Create a diagram representing the "Three-Circle Model" of English, showing the Inner Circle,
Outer Circle, and Expanding Circle with examples. (5pts)
"Exams and crushes are alike; they both make your heart race, but for entirely different
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