ORAL COMMUNICATION IN CONTEXT
SECOND QUARTER UNIFIED EXAMINATION
S.Y. 2018-2019
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE: Read and understand each
item carefully. Select and write the letter of the
correct answer.
1. Mr. De la Cruz, a graduate of Ajuy National High
Schoo, was invited as a guest speaker in the Monthly
Convocation Program prepared by the HUMSS
students. In his speech, he inserts jokes in order to
make it interesting but it is ineffective. If a joke does
not work, what would you do?
a. The speaker should retell the joke.
b. The speaker should continue with his speech.
c. The speaker should apologize to the audience.
d. The speaker should substitute another joke right
away.
2. A speaker discusses to the Photojournalist of Janiuay
the techniques and steps on how to take good pictures.
Which type of speech will be used by the speaker in
this situation?
a. Informative
c. Entertainment
b. Persuasive
d. Problem/Solution
3. “Hon. Defensor delivers his campaign speech during
the campaign period.”If you are Hon. Defensor, what
type of speech you are likely to use?
a. Informative
c. Entertainment
b. Persuasive
d. Chronological
9. Ayla is invited to speak in an open-air venue. The
following are the disadvantages she may encounter,
except
a. She will encounter a lot of communication barriers.
b. She might be forced to make adjustments.
c. She will feel more relaxed due to the atmosphere.
d. She will exaggerate facial expressions and gestures
to get the attention of her audience.
10. Which of the following is NOT an example of an
open-air venue?
a. Football field
c. Social Hall
b. Grounds
d. Grandstand
11. “ Let us now give the floor to our next speaker, a
round of applause please”. What communicative
strategy is present in the line?
a. Nomination
c. Topic Control
b. Termination
d. Turn-taking
12. In a conversation, Mary politely said, “ Will you
please focus on the subject matter of our meeting”?
Among the choices which one refers to by the
situation?
a. Nomination
c. Restriction
b. Repair
d. Termination
13. In a conference, the president points at you as the
secretary to read the minutes of the previous
meeting. What communicative strategy should be
applied?
a. Termination
c. Topic Shifting
b. Topic Control
d. Turn-Taking
4. Which speech is delivered with the help of short
notes or a clear outline?
a. Impromptu
c. Memorized
b. Manuscript
d. Extemporaneous
14. The learners have a brainstorming process in the
class, Nicole asked , “ What could be the best topic to
discuss”? The group thought for a while and reacted
to it. From the list what communicative strategy is
mentioned in the situation?
a. Nomination
c. Repair
b. Restriction
d. Termination
5. Which of the following is the ultimate goal of an
entertainment speech?
a. To introduce new jokes
b. To discuss tips on how to be a comedian
c. To share goodwill and pleasure
d. To share the funny side of life
15. Ana commented,” I think the issue here is how to
settle the problem between Paul and Peter, not about
who is to be blamed for”? In the situation which from
the choices best describe the scenario?
a. Termination
c. Topic control
b. Topic shifting
d. Turn-taking
6. The following are different delivery situation
except
a. Speaking in a different venues
b. Speaking in a concert
c. Speaking with a microphone
d. Speaking with a podium
16. In which of the following statements is the
speaker making a commitment?
a. “I checked her Facebook profile yesterday.”
b. “I am in love and I am happy.”
c. “I promise to love you for better or for worse.”
d. “I think following my suggestion will get us a high
grade.”
7. It is a reading desk with a stand and a slanted top.
a. Auditorium
c. Microphone
b. Podium
d. Teacher’s table
8. The following are the tips in speaking with a
microphone, EXCEPT
a. Check the microphone if it functions well.
b. Check your voice in the microphone if audible
enough.
c. In a small venue, you may use a microphone.
d. You need to manage your voice’s volume well.
17. President Rodrigo “Roa” Duterte, attended the
Asean Summit. What could be the best consideration
in that event?
a. Relationship of the speaker to the listeners
b. Relationship of the speaker to the media
c. Relationship of the speaker to the event organizer
d. Relationship of the speaker to the host country
18. One of the considerations in any speech context,
speech style, speech act, and communicative strategy
is the message. “ Have you heard of the news about
the latest achievement of our government”? Which
from the given choices would mean the message of
the speaker based from the question?
a. Today is the first day of school, welcome back
learners!
b. The buy bust operations have tapped down billions
of shabu laboratories.
c. The guidance counselor called up the learners for a
conference.
d. Halloween treat or trick craze is in town.
19. The speaker should be particular of his role and
responsibility as he delivers the message. From the
list which one refers to the statement?
a. Set the mood of the audience and see to it that eye
contact is establish.
b. Hold the manuscript in front of the audience with
nervousness.
c. Check the venue of the speaking engagement one
hour before the delivery.
d. Practice in front of the mirror.
20. What do you think does the speaker mean when
he says, “Can you open the door?”
a. The speaker wants to know if I have the ability to
open the door.
b. The speaker is requesting me to open the door.
c. The speaker does not make sense.
d. The speaker is asking me a question.
21. Which of the following statements will be helpful
in shifting the topic back to the original flow of the
conversation?
a. “Let me think about the solution to that.”
b. “I couldn’t agree more!”
c. “I wonder what is happening.”
d. “As I have mentioned earlier, there is . . .”
22. You and your friend who has a fever enter your
room. She shivers and tells you, “It’s cold in here!”
How would you interpret what she said?
a. She feels cold.
b. She wants me to increase the temperature in the
room.
c. She does not feel well because of the cold.
d. She is complimenting the temperature in my room.
23. Which of the following statements does not refer
to topic control?
a. Let’s discuss what you will do in the school’s
Foundation Day.
b. As I was saying, we have to finish this plan first
before coming up with a new one.
c. Going back to what I said earlier, there is a slim
chance that the candidate will win the elections.
d. Oh, yes, I remember that film!
24. As Victor was explaining about the immediate
response they got from the rescuers, angry victims
yelled to express their dismay. Which of the following
is the best response to this situation?
a. Stop shouting!
b. I understand your situation. Please bear with us.
c. Get away!
d. As I was saying, the rescuers are on their way.
25. The teacher Sarah was discussing about the
ecosystem when Alfonso interrupted and shared
what he had seen in a documentary. As the assigned
speaker, what should the teacher do to repair this
violation?
a. Thank him for sharing then return to the main
topic.
b. Thank him for sharing then remind him to see her
at the guidance office.
c. Thank him for sharing then ask him to leave.
d. Thank him for sharing and tell him to stop being a
know it all.
II. MODIFIED TRUE OR FALSE: Write “A” if the
FIRST statement is true and the SECOND statement is
false.
Write “B” if the SECOND statement is true and the
FIRST statement is FALSE.
Write “AB” if BOTH statements are true.
Write “X” if BOTH statements are false.
26.
Just like events planning, writing an effective
speech follows certain processes.
Produce multiple drafts first before you can
settle on the right and final speech to be presented.
27.
In the introduction, you explain
importance of your topic by giving examples.
the
Knowing the audience and the occasion are
very important in writing a speech.
28.
The primary objective of speech writing is
getting the right or appropriate topic.
An outline determines whether
supporting ideas match your main idea or not.
your
29.
Any speech should include an introduction,
body, and conclusion.
speech.
Word choice is one consideration in writing a
30.
The purpose for writing and delivering the
speech can always be classified in two types- to
inform, and to persuade.
Writing patterns are structures that will help
you reorganize the ideas related to your topic.
31.
Be sensitive of your audience. Be careful with
your language, jokes, and nonverbal cues.
Do not use metaphors and other figures of
speech to avoid confusion.
32.
“Promoting the Importance of Reducing,
Reusing, and Recycling in Eliminating Wastes and
Protecting the Environment”, this is an example of a
topic.
Share facts on the current situation of the
environment. This is an example of a body is a speech.
33.
Articulation is also important literacy skills
such as reading and spelling out words.
Speech Delivery
communication.
focuses
on
nonverbal
34.
It is okay to deliver a speech with fillers or
expressions like “um”, “ah”, “uh” etc., that -substitutes
actuals words.
Use pauses when you emphasize the most
important words, phrases, or sentences. Your pauses
should last for three seconds or more.
35.
Pitch is the timing at which you speak very
fast or very slow.
Pace varies not just the loudness but also the
power or the intensity that we use in our voice.
36.
Pronounce and enunciate words correctly.
You will confuse the audience if you mispronounce
words, and it could distract them and affect your
credibility.
The rate or speed of your voice should be in
monotone to keep your audience interested.
37.
Exaggerated facial expressions appear
distracting and may even be annoying. Instead, use
poker face or a highly animated face.
Dress properly and appropriately according
to the kind of event you are going to give your speech.
38.
Describing the life and works of my
grandfather, and the late former President Ramon
Magsaysay. This is an example of a specific topic in
using chronological pattern.
Explaining the reasons for supporting the
government’s educational programs seen as the
primary means of increasing the literacy rate in the
Philippines.This is an example of a specific topic in
using comparison/contrast pattern.
III. SKILLS TEST: Differentiate the four types of
speech delivery in terms of definition and an example
of speaking situation.
Speech Delivery
Description
(2 pts.)
Speaking
Situation
(1 pt.)
1. Extemporaneous
Speaking
2. Impromptu
Speaking
3. Manuscript
Reading
4. Memorized
Speech
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