Oral Communication in

Context
Quarter 1 – Pre-test (Modules 1-8)
 Quezon National High School (S.Y. 2020-2021

Pre-test
in
Oral Communication in Context
Name: __VINZEN JOSH L. BORJA___ Date: OCTOBER 04, 2020

Multiple Choice.
Direction. Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a separate sheet
of paper.
1. Which of the following refers to the two-way process of reaching mutual
understanding in which the participants not only exchange information but also
create and share meaning within and across channels?
a. Communication
b. Channeling
c. Encoding
d. Speaking and Listening
2. What nature of communication engages two or more people, the receiver and the
sender, with mutual influence on each other through inter-stimulation?
a. Dynamic
b. Interactive
c. Process
d. Symbolic
3. Which of the following may take the form of opinion, attitude, feelings, views, orders,
or suggestions conveyed by the speaker in words or in actions?
a. Barrier
b. channel
c. encoding
d. message
4. What element of communication refers to the communication situation or the
environment where the communication takes place?
a. Channel
b. Context
c. Encoding
d. Message
5. Which element of communication can be present from the beginning up to the end
of the communication process?
a. Barrier
b. Channel
c. Receiver
d. Speaker
6. Which step on the process of communication refers to the conversion or translation
of an idea into a perceivable form that can be communicated?
a. Decoding
b. Encoding
c. Providing Feedback
d. Transmitting the message
7. Which functions of communication allows individuals to interact with others?
a. Control
b. Emotional Expression
c. Motivation
d. Social Interaction
8. Communication can be verbal or non-verbal or both at the same time. This means that
communication is _______________.
a. Dynamic
b. Interactive
c. Process
d. Symbolic
9. How will you classify the reactions, responses, and information provided by the receiver
within the process of communication?
a. channels
b. context
c. feedback
d. messages
10. How do you categorize process, interactive, symbolic, and dynamic side of
communication?
a. elements of communication
b. features of communication
c. functions of communication
d. nature of communication
11. Which of the following elements of communication refers to the information? or ideas
conveyed by the speaker?
a. channel
b. context
c. message
d. receiver
12. Which model depicts communication as linear?
a. Inventive model
b. Schramm Model
c. Shannon-Weaver Model
d. Transaction Model
13. Which barrier is characterized by a set of vocabulary in a certain field?
a. emotional barrier
b. international profession
c. jargon
d. specialized field of expertise
14. Why is the ''Channel'' in Lasswell's Model of Mass Communication important?
a. It determines which message to send out
b. It determines the length of the message.
c. It is used to better understand the impact of the message.
d. It is used to reach the right audience in the right way.
15. What model of communication wherein both "sender" and "receiver" are known as
"communicators" and their role reverses each time in the communication process?
a. Berlos model
b. Lasswell model
c. Scramm model
d. Transactional Model
16.20. Which Barrier to Communication may be present in the following scenario:
e.
16. You are having conversation with your classmates when suddenly a song that
reminds you about your mother who works abroad was played.
a. Distraction/Noise
b. Emotional Barrier
c. Lack of Confidence
d. Physical Barrier
 17. You got a very low mark to your performance task as the discussant because you were
nervous to express yourself.
a. Distraction/Noise
b. Environmental Barrier
c. Lack of Confidence
d. Language Barrier
18. You watch an interview of a scientist regarding how Corona Virus can develop inside the
human body. You are not certain about it because the person used words that you cannot
comprehend.

a. Emotional Barrier
b. Environmental Barrier
c. Lack of Confidence
d. Language Barrier
19. You sit in a conference where you can hardly hear the speaker because of the sound
system used in the program.

a. Distraction/Noise
b. Emotional Barrier
c. Environmental/Physical Barrier
d. Language Barrier
20. You cannot hear what your teacher is discussing online because of poor signal
connection.

a. Distraction/Noise
b. Lack of Confidence
c. Language Barrier
d. Physical Barrier
21. Marvin wants to buy his favorite food at Sure Busog food shop. However, he cannot go
out due to the community quarantine imposed in his community. How can Marvin have his
favorite food?
a. conduct online meeting
b. do phone banking
c. order the food via phone call
d. none of the above

22. Mr. Dela Cruz needs to pay his bills. However, it is not yet his schedule to go out due to
the community quarantine. When he reached the checkpoint, he insisted to the officials
that the only way to pay his bills and avoid overdue is to visit the nearest bank. Is this
correct?
a. No, he can inquire about other options to pay through phone banking
b. No, he should just stay home and watch Netflix
c. Yes, He can go out anytime and violate the quarantine protocols
d. Yes, the only way to pay is through visiting the bank

23. Jericho wants to meet his group mates to discuss their project. However, his group
mates are currently out of town. How can Jericho meet them and discuss their project?
a. conduct an online meeting
b. do phone banking
c. Go out and meet them
d. none of the above

24. Why should we avoid using swear words especially in online transactions? Because:
a. It is very unprofessional
b. It is best to use your normal tone of voice
 c. We should always speak clearly
d. none of the above

25. Why is online transactions/activities an integral part of oral communication? Because:

a. communication activities already use different platforms because of
technology in the 21st century
b. In the 21st century, the way we communicate and interact mostly
involves technology
c. we must adapt to new ways of communicating in the 21st century
d. all of the above

26. The voice is louder and the gestures are exaggerated. What type of communication is
best applied in this context?
a. Interpersonal
b. Intrapersonal
c. Public
d. small group

27. Which of the following is NOT included in the examples of communication in context?

a. Dyad communication
b. Interpersonal communication
c. Long story communication
d. Mass communication

28. The following are public communication EXCEPT ___________.

a. Delivering a campaign
b. Delivering a letter to speak
c. Delivering an oratorical piece
d. Delivering a speech

29. What kind of communication occurs using communication technology ?

a. Interpersonal Communication
b. Intrapersonal Communication
c. Mass Communication
d. Public Communication

30. Which among the phrases does not belong to the group?

a. Communication between two persons

b. Communication to the public
c. Communication with a small group
d. Communication with self
31. Speech style can be determined as ______________.

a. colloquial/ slang
b. the appropriate language used or observed
c. manner of speaking
d. manner of thinking

32. Aidan speaks with his mother over the phone seeking for his mother’s comfort during
the Enhanced Community Quarantine. This scenario is an example of:
a. Casual style
b. Consultative
c. Formal
d. Intimate
33. These are the types of speeches according to purpose EXCEPT _________.
a. Entertainment
b. Persuasive
c. Informative
d. Extemporaneous

34. This speech seeks to provide the audience with acceptable ideas that can influence
one’s decision.
a. Informative
b. Entertainment
c. Persuasive
d. Purpose

35. Entertainment speech can be defined as:

a. Convincing the audience
b. Giving the audience what’s the latest news.
c. It is relaxing and provides joy
d. Stage play

36. Who among the following can say the phrase “I now pronounce you husband and wife”,
and make it actually happen?
a. A dance instructor
b. A President of the country
c. A priest
d. A retired teacher

37. What does the speaker mean when he/she says, “Could you pass the paper?”
a. The speaker does not make sense.
b. The speaker is asking someone to pass the paper.
c. The speaker is requesting someone to pass the paper.
d. The speaker wants to know of someone has the ability to pass the paper.

38. Among the following utterances, choose which one is uttered by a lawyer.
a. “Confess all your sins.”
b. “You are under arrest!”
c. “You have the right to remain silent.”
d. “You must tell the truth, and nothing but the truth.”

39. “Rafael is a little behind,” what do you think does the speaker mean?
a. The speaker believes that Rafael is late.
b. The speaker is talking nonsense.
c. The speaker means that Rafael is slightly late.
d. The speaker wants to say that Rafael is going to be late.

40. What is the possible interpretation for this statement, “I promise to stop by”?
a. The receiver is hearing the promise
b. The receiver is waiting
c. The speaker is making a promise
d. The speaker is stopping by

41. Decide which among the following utterances is related to directive category.
a. “I’ll follow the front-liners’ rules.”
b. “I love you with all my heart.”
 c. “Wash your hands.”
d. “Yes! We are free.”

42. Who do you think is authorized to publicly announce that the school opening shall start
on the first Monday of June but not later than the last day of August?
a. A Chief Presidential Legal Counsel
b. A DepEd Secretary
c. A District Supervisor
d. A Public-School Teacher

43. Instead of telling Elijah to keep quiet, Aidan hints at him and say, “I don’t like loud
people.” What do you think is the speech act did the he use?
a. Assertive
b. Commissive
c. Declaration
d. Expressive

44. How would you interpret if the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) personnel says, “Region
IV-A is now under the enhanced community quarantine”?
a. The IATF personnel believes that Region IV-A is now experiencing an
enhanced community quarantine.
b. The IATF personnel declares an enhanced community quarantine of the entire
Region IV-A.
c. The IATF personnel does not make sense.
d. The IATF personnel wants to know if Region IV-A is under the enhanced
community quarantine.

45. You and your friend who has a fever enter your room. She shivers and tells you, “It’s
cold in here!” Select the best interpretation of what she said.
a. She does not feel well because of the cold.
b. She feels cold.
c. She is complimenting the temperature in my room.
d. She wants me to increase the temperature in the room.

46. If everybody in the conversation seems to talk at the same time, what is the best thing
to do by the speaker?
a. Seek to initiate the repair by giving way and appreciate other’s initiative to
set the conversation back to its topic.
b. Signal the end of the topic and the conversation.
c. The speaker will leave the meeting.
d. The speaker will shout the audience to keep quiet.

47. “Class, you are going to deliver a speech about the effects of the pandemic COVID-19 to
the entire world.” Which communicative strategy will you use?
a. Restriction
b. Topic Control
c. Topic shifting
d. Turn taking

48. You are having a class via online with your Oral Communication teacher. Suddenly,
your internet connection becomes slow and you find it hard to understand what your
teacher is discussing to the class. How will you talk to your teacher politely?
a. Hello Ma’am. I beg your pardon Ma’am. I am having slow internet connection
here. I did not hear clearly last part of our discussion. Would it be alright if I
can hear it again? Thank you.
b. I did not understand, but never mind.
 c. What did you say Ma’am? I can’t hear you.
d. Wait! I can’t follow your discussion Ma’am.

49. Which of the following is NOT a method of effective communication?

a. Attentive listener
b. Demanding attention
c. Repair strategy
d. Topic control strategy

50. Mary needs a day off work to study for her finals. How should Mary approach her boss
to ask for the day off?
a. Mrs. Mercado, is this a good time to talk?
b. Mrs. Mercado, I will be absent tomorrow in preparation for my finals.
c. Mrs. Mercado, I will not be around tomorrow.
d. Mrs. Mercado, I will prepare for my finals tomorrow, expect my leave.