Summative Test in Oral Communication

Name: ________________________________________ Grade & Section: __________________

Test I. Circle the letter that corresponds to your answer.
1.It is a speech that provides the audience with a clear understanding of a concept or ideas.
a.persuasive speech b.informative speech c. )memorized speech d. )impromptu
speech
2. Identify the general purpose the speaker has in his mind in the following situation:The audience will
just be too willing to contribute for the victims of earthquake.
a. to inform b. to persuade c. to entertaind. to complain
3. What is the first stage in speech writing?
a. determining the purpose b.selecting a topic c. analyzing the audience d. Rehearsing
4. The student leader will deliver a speech to convince the school administration to switch from manual
to automated student government election. What type of speech will he/she deliver?
a. entertainment speech b. informative speech c. persuasive speech d. enrichment
speech
5. This refers to the stage in speech writing when a writer chooses a structure to his/her speech.
a. data gathering b. outlining c. editing d. choosing a writing pattern
6. Which part of the speech restates the main idea?
a. body b.conclusion c. transition d. introduction
7. Debates, sales talk and legal proceedings are examples of what type of speech according to purpose?
a.persuasive speech b. informative speech c. memorized speech d. impromptu
speech.
8. 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.
9. Which of the following should be emulated from good speakers?
a.How they walk b. How they connect with audience c. How they laugh d. How they
walk away from stage
10. Which of the following persons is most likely to deliver a manuscript speech?
a. a comedian b. a media personality & politicians c.a father
d. a teacher
11. The following are tips in memorizing a speech. Judge which one is the most essential?
a.Remember the difficult words. b. Memorize every word. c. Understand the main
ideas by heart. d.Memorize only the major details.
12. Which of the following speeches is delivered with little or no time at all?
a.manuscript speech b. extemporaneous speech c. entertainment speech d.impromptu
speech
13.Which strategy of organizing a speech does a redefining of the topic into something that you want to
talkabout?
a.Point-Reason-Example-Point method c. Bridging b. Reframing d. Playing Devil’s
Advocate
14. Which speech is delivered with the help of script notes or a clear outline?
a.impromptu b. manuscript c. memorized d.extemporaneous
15. 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
16. Which organizational pattern is best to use when you want to present the development of your topic
from beginning to end?
 a.spatial pattern b. cause and effect c. chronological pattern d.comparison
and contrast
17. Which quality of a persuasive speech should come first?
a.sufficient supporting details b. clear main point c. compelling ideas d. well-defined goal
18. It describes the combination of vowels, consonants, syllables and accents a speaker uses to
emphasize specific word.
a.pronunciation b. volume c.articulation d. pitch
19. It refers to the breaks or interruptions in speech that separate thoughts and ideas.
a.intermission b.interlude c. syllabication d. pause
20. It is the intensity or loudness an softness of your voice.
a.stress b. volume c. rate d. audio
21. The use of hand movements to emphasize phrases and to point out directions refers to….
a.gestures b. pantomime c. action d. delivery
22. This vocal element refers to the highness or lowness of sounds.
a.stress b. juncture c. pitch d. volume
23. The number of words an individual utters in one minute is referred to as….
a.syllabication b. volume c. pause d. articulation
24. This will help reinforce the words uttered and support the verbal message; this will reflect the
natural feelings.
A.eye contact b. pronunciation c. appearance d. facial expression
25. This refers to the nonverbal aspect of speaking that can support or detract the communication
process. You can createpositive impression when you dress appropriately for the audience, the
occasion, and the topic.
a.eye contact b. gesture c. appearance d. facial expression

II. 26-31. What is the correct arrangement of the following six-step process in preparing a
memorized speech?
A. Write the full script. B. Practice. C. Establish purpose .D. Organize the data. E. Memorize.F.
Gather the data.
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III.ENUMERATION
Types of Speeches
A. According to purpose
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B. According to delivery
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C. TIPS FOR SPEECH DELIVERY
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40. Prepared by: Sir Anton