VINZONS PILOT HIGH SCHOOL

Vinzons, Camarines Norte

“Oral Communication in Context”

Final Examination

SCORE:
NAME ________________________________________
SECTION______________________________________

TEST I – MULTIPLE CHOICE. Read the following sentences carefully. Then, identify the word/s

GENERAL DIRECTIONS:
1. Write your answers clearly. Dapat bago magsimula, dapat malinaw ang lahat para wala kayong magiging problema.
2. NO ERASURES. Sabi nila, everyone deserves a second chance pero hindi lahat ng pagkakamali ay pwedeng itama. Huwag
mo ng ipaglaban ang MALI dahil sa huli ay masasaktan ka lang.
3. DO NOT CHEAT. Kung sa dating relasyon nyo, nagawa mo ito… Pero sana kahit dito man lang, for ONCE eh maging
HONEST ka naman.
4. FINISH THE TEST IN THE GIVEN TIME. Alam mo dapat kung kailan ka dapat sumuko. Pag tapos na…tapos na! Hindi
ka na dapat humihingi ng EXTENSION.

being referred to in each sentence. Write only the letter of your answer on the space provided before the number.

_________ 1. Speech style dictates what appropriate language should be used or observed. So, in which speech style are
jargon, lingo, and street slang are used?
a. Casual b. Consultative c. Formal d. Intimate

_________ 2. Which of the following is an example of frozen speech style?

a. The President’s SONA
b. A Commencement speech
c. Opening Remarks
d. Preamble to the Constitution

_________ 3. John is talking with their school guidance counselor about the different exits of Senior High School.
What speech style is being used?
a. Casual b. Consultative c. Formal d. Intimate

_________ 4. Which is NOT true about Frozen Speech Style?

a. It is known as “fixed speech.”
b. It uses simple grammatical sentences structure and vocabulary.
c. It invites the reader to enter into a personal experience of creative discovery such as poetry.
d. It remains unchanged in time.

_________ 5. Who proposed the classification of illocutionary act?

a. John Austin c. John Searle
b. John Seattle d. John Cena

_________ 6. An indirect speech act occurs when…

a. there is no direct connection between the form of the utterance and the intended meaning.
b. there is a direct connection between the form of the utterance and the intended meaning.
c. there is no direct connection between the intention and the intended meaning.
d. there is a direct connection between the intention and the intended meaning.

_________ 7. This refers to as an utterance that a speaker makes to achieve an intended effect.
a. Speech Context c. Speech Style
b. Speech Delivery d. Speech Act

________8. Use of ellipsis, contractions, and omissions are allowed on this type of speech style.
a. Casual b. Consultative c. Formal d. Intimate

________ 9. “Please do the dishes” would lead to the addressee washing the dishes. What level of action is this?
a. Locutionary Act c. Perlocutionary Act
b. Illocutionary Act d. Indirect Speech

________ 10. “I am the most intelligent in the class, no one can beat me.” This statement is an example of ________.
a. Assertive b. Declarative c. Directive d. Expressive

________ 11. “The jury finds you guilty of grand theft auto, and are sentenced to 10 years in prison without bail.”
This statement is an example of _____________.
a. Assertive b. Declarative c. Directive d. Expressive
________ 12. “I’ll get value meal A. Kindly upsize my drinks and fries.” This statement is an example of __________.
a. Assertive b. Declarative c. Directive d. Expressive

________ 13. “I swear! I did not do it!” This statement is an example of ____________.
a. Assertive b. Declarative c. Directive d. Expressive

________ 14. This refers to the ability of a speaker to use linguistic knowledge to effectively communicate with
others.
a. Interpersonal communication c. Social interaction
b. Communicative competence d. Communicative strategy

________ 15. Who was the philosopher and linguist who first developed the theory of Communicative
Competence?
a. Dell Hymes b. Noam Chomsky c. Michael Canale d. Merill Swain

________ 16. “How do I know when I’ve misunderstood or when someone has misunderstood me?” “What do I say
then?” Are questions being asked by a ______________ competent persons.
a. Discourse b. Grammatical c. Sociolinguistic d. Strategic

________ 17. “What words do I use?” “How do I put them into phrases and sentences?” Are questions being asked by a
______________ competent persons.
a. Discourse b. Grammatical c. Sociolinguistic d. Strategic

________ 18. It is defined as knowing how to use and respond to language appropriately in a given the setting.
a. Discourse b. Grammatical c. Sociolinguistic d. Strategic

________ 19. “I’m so sorry. I didn’t mean it.” This statement is an example of _______.
a. Assertive b. Declarative c. Directive d. Expressive

________ 20. “I’ll clean the house later.” This statement is an example of _______.
a. Assertive b. Commissive c. Directive d. Expressive

________ 21. Which is NOT true about the principles of Speech Writing?
a. Any speech should include an introduction, body, and conclusion.
b. Speech writing is a recursive process.
c. In the introduction, you explain the importance of your topic by giving examples.
d. Word choice is one consideration in writing a speech.

________ 22. The topic, “To amuse Grade 11 students with the success stories of people in the community.” Is an
example of __________________ speech?
a. Entertainment b. Directional c. Informative d. Persuasive

________ 23. To tailor-fit your speech content and delivery to your audience, you need to check the profile of
your audience like age, gender and educational background. These are examples of ___________.
a. Demography b. Religion c. Situation d. Psychology

________ 24. Writing pattern will help you to organize your ideas related to your topic. If this is your topic, “Describe the
life and works of Wenceslao Q. Vinzons.” Which writing pattern will best suit your topic?
a. Biographical b. Categorical c. Chronological d. Causal

________ 25. The topic: “Explaining why the Philippines is more habitable than living in Africa.” If you’re going to
write a speech, what writing pattern is suitable?
a. Cause and Effect c. Problem-Solution
b. Comparison and Contrast d. Categorical

________ 26. INTRODUCTION: present the subject and get the attention of the audience – CONCLUSION: _________
_________________________________________________.
a. To present practical examples and explain their connection to your subject
b. To leave the audience with a memorable statement.
c. To restates the supporting details of the main topic.
d. To express gratitude to audience.

________ 27. What is the first stage in speech writing?

a. Determining the purpose c. Analyzing the audience
b. Selecting a topic d. Rehearsing

________ 28. Which of the following is NOT an effective strategy in writing a speech?
a. Avoid jargon.
b. Be sensitive to your audience.
c. Write whatever comes to mind.
d. Do not use contractions.
________ 29. Which of the following is an effective speech delivery technique?
a. Pause to emphasize words.
b. Rarely look the audience in the eye.
c. Always be formal and serious.
d. Use filler words to avoid dead air.

________ 30. Which of the following is NOT a type of speech according to delivery?
a. Extemporaneous Speech c. Impromptu Speech
b. Manuscript Speech d. Informative Speech

________ 31. Which of the following statements about speech delivery is TRUE?
a. Speech delivery is about pronouncing words perfectly.
b. Public speaking is a talent and cannot be learned.
c. Effective speech delivery means connecting with the audience and communicating the message.
d. Good delivery lies in the intellectual words used in speech.

________ 32. Which of the following persons is most likely to deliver a manuscript speech?
a. A comedian b. A media personality c. A father d. A teacher

________ 33. Which of the following is the most essential tip in memorizing a speech?
a. Remember the difficult words.
b. Memorize every words.
c. Memorize only the major details.
d. Understand the main ideas by heart.

________ 34. Is the use of “fillers” in a speech part of a competent delivery?

a. Yes, because no one is perfect in delivering every single detail of a speech.
b. b. No, because they distract the listeners and convey nothing about the speech.
c. c. Yes, because they add excitement to the speech.
d. d. No, because fillers are language no one understands.

________ 35. Which of the following should be emulated from good speaker?
a. How they walk c. How they connect with the audience
b. How they laugh d. How they walk away from the stage

________ 36. The following are tips to become an effective speaker except for one.
a. Read from time to time to notes
b. Smile Naturally
c. Walk Calmly with Confidence to Front
d. Channel Nervous Energy

________ 37. This refers to the stage in speech writing when a writer chooses a structure for his/her speech.
a. Data gathering c. Editing
b. Outlining d. choosing a writing pattern

________ 38. Which organizational pattern is best to use when you want to present the development of your topic from
beginning to end?
a. spatial pattern c. chronological pattern
b. cause and Effect d. comparison and contrast

________ 39. 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

________ 40. Which of the following speeches is delivered without advanced preparation?
a. Memorized Speech c. Impromptu Speech
b. Manuscript Speech d. Extemporaneous Speech

TEST II – IDENTIFICATION. Identify the Types of Communicative Strategy in each statement/sentence depicts. Choose your
answer inside the box and write it on the space provided before the number.

NOMINATION RESTRICTION

TURN-TAKING TOPIC CONTROL

 TOPIC SHIFTING REPAIR TERMINATION

_______________________________ 41. I was late for class again! The MRT stopped midway. What is wrong with the
MRT?
_______________________________ 42. “Could you please repeat question number 4?”
_______________________________ 43. You were asked by your teacher to deliver a persuasive speech using English
language for five minutes.
_______________________________ 44. By the way, are you done with the Oral Communication speech?
_______________________________ 45. “One of the important lessons I gained from the discussion is the importance
of understanding in a communication.”

_______________________________ 46. Go on with your ideas. I’ll let you finish first before I say something.
_______________________________ 47. “In addition to what you have said about the importance of communication
is that the key for effective communication is understanding.”
_______________________________ 48. “I agree with the point you’ve just made, but we are talking about the
effectiveness of the new rules implemented.”
_______________________________ 49. “You wanted to say something?”
_______________________________ 50. “Have you heard the news about the new iPhone model to be released next
year?”

Happy Semestral Break!!!

Ma’am L. ❤❤❤