2ND QUARTER FINAL EXAMINATION IN
ORAL COMMUNICATION
Direction: Carefully review each question and mark the correct answer on your answer sheet by
shading the corresponding choice.
1. Which type of speech provides interesting and useful information without
necessarily teaching a specific skill?
A. Demonstrative
B. Persuasive
C. Informative
D. Entertaining
2. What is the primary purpose of an entertaining speech?
A. To provide step-by-step instructions
B. To persuade the audience to change their beliefs
C. To create pleasure and enjoyment
D. To inform the audience with significant information
3. Compare and contrast informative and demonstrative speeches, highlighting their
key differences.
A. They both aim to provide information.
B. Demonstrative speeches involve a step-by-step demonstration.
C. Informative speeches focus solely on conveying information.
D. They both long to read
4. How do persuasive speeches target the belief system of the audience?
A. By entertaining them
B. By providing step-by-step instructions
C. By convincing them to change their thoughts or actions D. Both A and B
5. In what ways can entertaining speeches create a pleasant atmosphere during a social event?
A. By providing information and instructions
B. By making the audience laugh or identify with anecdotal information
C. By persuading the audience to change their beliefs
D. By keeping quiet most of the time.
6. Imagine you are giving a speech at a science fair. Which type of speech would be most
appropriate?
A. Demonstrative
B. Persuasive
C. Entertaining
D. Informative
7. If you were asked to give a speech on the importance of recycling, which type of speech would
best suit this purpose?
A. Demonstrative
B. Persuasive
C. Informative
D. Entertaining
8. Which type of speech provides interesting and useful information without necessarily teaching a
specific skill?
A. Demonstrative
B. Persuasive
C. Informative
D. Entertaining
9. What is the primary purpose of an entertaining speech?
A. To provide step-by-step instructions
B. To persuade the audience to change their beliefs
C. To create pleasure and enjoyment
D. To inform the audience with significant information
10. How does speaking in public differ from reading or talking?
A. It requires wearing formal attire
B. It is more formal than talking but less formal than reading
C. It involves exact replication of words on paper
D. It discourages meaningful pauses and vocal emphasis
11. When giving an impromptu speech, what is the suggested step-by-step guide?
A. Collect thoughts, thank the person, deliver the message, stop talking
B. Thank the person, deliver the message, stop talking
C. Collect thoughts, deliver the message, assess audience understanding
D. Collect thoughts, thank the person, assess audience understanding
12. What is a key advantage of extemporaneous speaking?
A. Requires minimal preparation
B. Allows for word-for-word iteration
C. Promotes perception as knowledgeable and credible
D. Encourages disorganized and difficult-to-follow messages
13. Why is manuscript speaking considered less engaging for the audience?
A. Because It involves the use of visual aids
B. Because It encourages meaningful pauses and vocal emphasis
C. Because It precludes eye contact with the audience
D. Because It requires excessive preparation the day before
14. Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of impromptu and extemporaneous
speaking.
A. Impromptu is spontaneous; extemporaneous is carefully planned.
B. Impromptu can be disorganized; extemporaneous promotes credibility.
C. Both involve extensive preparation.
D. Impromptu encourages eye contact; extemporaneous requires visual aids.
15. Explain why speaking from a manuscript is considered uninteresting for the audience.
A. It involves the use of visual aids
B. It precludes eye contact with the audience
C. It requires minimal preparation
D. It encourages vocal expression and gestures
16. How does memorized speaking provide freedom for the speaker, and what are its potential
costs?
A. Freedom to use visual aids; potential for monotone delivery
B. Freedom to move around; potential for flat and uninteresting presentation
C. Freedom from notes; potential for minimal vocal cues
D. Freedom from gestures; potential for ad libbing
17. Suppose you are asked to give a short speech at a friend's wedding without any prior
preparation. Which method of delivery would be most suitable?
A. Extemporaneous B. Manuscript
C. Impromptu
D. Memorized
18. You are delivering a presentation about a complex scientific topic. Which method of delivery
would allow you to clarify ideas based on audience reactions?
A. Manuscript
B. Impromptu
C. Extemporaneous
D. Memorized
19. Imagine you have to speak at a job interview, presenting your qualifications and experiences.
Which method of delivery would be most appropriate?
A. Manuscript
B. Impromptu
C. Extemporaneous
D. Memorized
20. If you are delivering a speech at a legal conference where precise wording is crucial, which
method of delivery would be recommended?
A. Manuscript
B. Impromptu
C. Extemporaneous
D. Memorized
21. You are asked to speak at a school assembly about the importance of teamwork. Which method
of delivery would be most effective to engage a large audience?
A. Manuscript
B. Impromptu
C. Extemporaneous
D. Memorized
22. Examine the benefits and challenges of speaking from memory. How does maintaining eye
contact contribute to the effectiveness of memorized speaking?
A. Maintaining eye contact hinders effectiveness B. Memorization enhances vocal variety
C. Eye contact contributes to audience engagement
D. Memorization leads to monotone delivery
23. Analyze the costs associated with manuscript speaking. What factor contributes to the
audience's potential disinterest in the message?
A. Rehearsed reading with vocal expression
B. Animated performance with gestures
C. Exact repetition of original words
D. Eye contact with the audience
24. Examine the benefits and challenges of speaking from memory. How does maintaining eye
contact contribute to the effectiveness of memorized speaking?
A. Maintaining eye contact hinders effectiveness
B. Memorization enhances vocal variety
C. Eye contact contributes to audience engagement
D. Memorization leads to monotone delivery
25. In a business setting, you are tasked with presenting a quarterly financial report to
stakeholders. Considering the need for precision and professionalism, which method of delivery
would be most suitable?
A. Extemporaneous
B. Manuscript
C. Memorized
D. Impromptu
26. Your role requires you to facilitate a workshop on effective communication skills for a diverse
group of employees. Which method of delivery would allow for adaptability and engagement with
the audience?
A. Manuscript
B. Impromptu
C. Extemporaneous D. Memorized
27. You are participating in a debate where you need to present well-researched arguments. Which
method of delivery would provide a balance between preparedness and spontaneity?
A. Manuscript
B. Extemporaneous
C. Impromptu
D. Memorized
28. As a teacher addressing a classroom, you want to convey information in a clear and engaging
manner. Which method of delivery would be most effective for this educational context?
A. Manuscript
B. Extemporaneous
C. Memorized
D. Impromptu
29. You are asked to speak at a community event about a local environmental issue. Considering
the need to connect with the audience and provide relevant information, which method of
delivery would be most appropriate?
A. Manuscript
B. Extemporaneous
C. Memorized
D. Impromptu
30. Compare the impact of eye contact in impromptu speaking versus speaking from a manuscript.
How does each method contribute to audience engagement?
A. Impromptu encourages eye contact; manuscript precludes eye contact.
B. Manuscript encourages eye contact; impromptu precludes eye contact.
C. Both impromptu and manuscript speeches discourage eye contact.
D. Both impromptu and manuscript speeches encourage equal levels of eye contact.
31. Analyze the role of nonverbal cues in extemporaneous speaking. How can these cues enhance
the audience's understanding of the message?
A. Nonverbal cues in extemporaneous speaking hinder audience understanding.
B. Nonverbal cues in extemporaneous speaking have minimal impact on audience
engagement.
C. Extemporaneous speaking relies solely on verbal elements for audience understanding.
D. Nonverbal cues in extemporaneous speaking enhance audience engagement and
comprehension.
32. Contrast the level of audience connection in memorized speaking versus impromptu speaking.
How does each method affect the speaker's ability to connect with listeners?
A. Memorized speaking enhances audience connection; impromptu speaking hinders
connection.
B. Both memorized and impromptu speaking equally contribute to audience connection.
C. Impromptu speaking enhances audience connection; memorized speaking hinders
connection.
D. Memorized speaking and impromptu speaking have no impact on audience connection.
32. What type of words are commonly used in the Problem-Solution pattern to signal the existence
of a problem?
A. Spatial
B. Causal
C. Topical
D. Problematic
32. Which pattern is particularly suitable for organizing speeches on location or places, such as a
guided tour?
A. Causal pattern
B. Topical pattern C. Chronological pattern D. Spatial pattern
33. What is the primary focus of the Causal pattern in speech organization?
A. Dividing the topic into logical subtopics
B. Presenting a cause-effect relationship
C. Showing the existence of a problem
D. Organizing points in a time order
34. What distinguishes the Topical pattern from other speech organization methods?
A. Emphasizes spatial arrangement
B. Presents a cause-effect relationship
C. Divides the topic into logical subtopics D. Focuses on the chronological order of events
35. Which pattern uses words like "first, third," "next," and "finally" as order signal words?
A. Causal pattern
B. Chronological pattern C. Problem-Solution pattern D. Topical
36. Suppose you are delivering a speech about the historical development of technology. Which
pattern would be most suitable?
A. Causal pattern
B. Topical pattern C. Chronological pattern D. Spatial pattern
37. You are giving a speech on urban planning, discussing the layout and arrangement of different
areas within a city. Which pattern would be most effective?
A. Causal pattern
B. Topical pattern C. Chronological pattern D. Spatial pattern
38. Imagine you are addressing a community about the causes and effects of climate change.
Which pattern would be appropriate for organizing your speech?
A. Causal pattern B. Topical pattern C. Chronological pattern D. Spatial pattern 14.
39. As a teacher, you need to discuss various categories and characteristics of different ecosystems.
Which pattern would be most suitable for organizing this information?
A. Causal pattern B. Topical pattern C. Chronological pattern D. Spatial pattern
40. You are tasked with presenting a speech analyzing the impact of social media on society. Which
pattern would be most effective for dividing the topic into logical and consistent subtopics?
A. Causal pattern B. Topical pattern C. Chronological pattern D. Spatial pattern
41. Evaluate the effectiveness of using the spatial pattern in a speech about architectural
landmarks. How do directional words contribute to the audience's understanding?
A. Spatial pattern enhances understanding; directional words provide clarity.
B. Spatial pattern hinders understanding; directional words create confusion.
C. Both enhance and hinder understanding, depending on the topic.
D. Spatial pattern has no impact on audience understanding.
42. Assess the suitability of the causal pattern for a speech on the impact of technology on
interpersonal relationships. How does the cause-effect relationship enhance or detract from the
message?
A. Causal pattern enhances understanding; cause-effect relationship clarifies connections.
B. Causal pattern hinders understanding; cause-effect relationship confuses connections.
C. Both enhance and hinder understanding, depending on the audience.
D. Causal pattern has no impact on the effectiveness of the message.
43. Examine the effectiveness of the Problem-Solution pattern in addressing social issues. How does
the structure contribute to the audience's awareness and engagement?
A. Problem-Solution pattern effectively addresses social issues; structure enhances engagement.
B. Problem-Solution pattern is ineffective for social issues; structure lacks engagement.
C. Both effective and ineffective, depending on the complexity of social issues.
D. Problem-Solution pattern has no impact on addressing social issues.
44. Evaluate the use of the topical pattern for speeches analyzing literary genres. How does the
division into logical subtopics contribute to the audience's comprehension?
A. Topical pattern enhances comprehension; logical subtopics provide clarity.
B. Topical pattern hinders comprehension; logical subtopics create confusion.
C. Both enhance and hinder comprehension, depending on the literary genre.
D. Topical pattern has no impact on audience comprehension.
45. Assess the overall effectiveness of the chronological pattern in delivering speeches about
personal experiences. How does the time or sequential order contribute to the audience's
connection with the speaker?
A. Chronological pattern enhances connection; time order fosters relatability.
B. Chronological pattern hinders connection; time order lacks relatability.
C. Both enhance and hinder connection, depending on the personal experiences.
D. Chronological pattern has no impact on audience connection.
46. If you were tasked with giving a speech analyzing different genres of literature, which
organization pattern would be most effective?
a. Spatial pattern b. Chronological pattern c. Causal pattern d. Topical pattern
47. When addressing a social problem and proposing potential solutions, which speech organization
pattern should be employed?
a. Spatial pattern b. Chronological pattern c. Causal pattern d. Topical pattern
48. In a speech discussing the impact of climate change, which pattern would be most appropriate
for showcasing the cause-and-effect relationships?
a. Spatial pattern b. Chronological pattern c. Causal pattern d. Topical pattern
49. If you were creating a speech providing a guided tour of a city, which pattern would be effective
in highlighting the locations and landmarks?
a. Spatial pattern b. Chronological pattern c. Causal pattern d. Topical pattern
50. When preparing a speech about the evolution of technology, which pattern would be most
suitable for organizing the main points?
a. Spatial pattern b. Chronological pattern c. Causal pattern d. Topical pattern