GPCOM Midterm Examination

4/9/24, 8:14 PM GPCOM Midterm Examination
GPCOM Midterm Examination Total points 52/70
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Complete Name (FAMILY NAME, GIVEN NAME - follow this format) *
OLEA, JM PAULINE
Course Code *
0405
Program and Year *
BA Political Science 1
Modified True or False. 10 of 16 points
Read both statements X and statement Y on each item then identify whether the statements
are correct or incorrect.
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Statement X: Written speeches convey different purposes. *2/2
Statement Y: Speeches may be written for facts, trivia, persuasion, or

entertainment.
Statement X is true but Statement Y is false
Statement X is false but Statement Y is true
Both statements are correct.
Both statements are incorrect.
Statement X: Speakers can use a variety of different organizational patterns *0/2

in writing the different parts of the speech.
Statement Y: Ultimately, speakers must really think about which

organizational pattern best suits a specific speech topic.
Statement X: In the conclusion, one may bring into his argument any new *0/2
points or supporting facts.
Statement Y:The conclusion repeats the main points in detail for the audience
to remember them.
Statement X: The body is said to be the “meat” of the speech. *2/2
Statement Y:The body of the speech is the part at which the speech writer
goes into full detail about each of the main points.
Statement X: Similar to other forms of writing, a speech has an introduction, a *2/2

body, and a conclusion.
Statement Y: There is no specific standard way to start or end a speech, but

there are effective ways that make introductions and conclusions impactful.
Statement X: One does need to introduce himself in the introduction to *0/2

establish his credibility and authority to speak on a particular subject.
Statement Y: The introduction should provide a preview of what the audience

can expect to hear for the duration of the speech.
Statement X: The introduction of a speech is extremely important as it needs *2/2

to set the topic and intention, create the rationale for why the audience will
listen to you, and set the tone for the rest of the speech.
Statement Y: In crafting a speech, one should always start writing the

introduction before the body and the conclusion.
Statement X: The introduction may not have a hook to catch the attention of *2/2
the audience and give a glimpse of what will be covered in the speech.
Statement Y: A hook can be a personal story, a joke or a shocking statistic to

spark interest from the audience.
Register reminds us of the appropriateness of a language to use in

12 of
consideration of our relationship with the person we are speaking to or
16
speaking with. In the following situations, choose the most appropriate way points
of conveying the message or meaning to our receiver/listener. (16 points)
Which of the following is a formal telephone conversation? * 2/2
Caller: Hello friend! Can I speak to your boss? ***Secretary: Oh, hello! How are you?
I'll see if he's in.
Caller: Hello, is David there? *** Secretary: Hello, Quarine! I'll see if he is in.
Caller: Good morning, Pandemia! Can I speak to your boss? ***Secretary: Hi Quarine.
Sure, I'll see if he's in.
Caller: Good morning! This is Quarine Ting calling. May I speak to Mr. Co?
***Secretary: Please hold a moment. I will see if he is in.
Which of the following responses can be considered as a casual answer when *2/2
your friend asked you if have eaten lunch?
Thanks for asking, Ma’am, I haven't but I will later.
Thank you for asking, Ms. Delicadesa, but I have not yet eaten my lunch.
Nope! Maybe later. Thanks.
Not yet, but thank you for asking.
Which of the following should determine the level of a person’s formality and *2/2
style in communicating with others?
their culture
the communicative context
their environment
their social status
their educational attainment
Which of the following responses can be considered as an appropriate answer *2/2

in refusing a date?
I am sorry, I am not a dating type.
I’m sorry, you're not my type.
I regret to refuse your offer for a date, but this is not the right time.
I'm sorry, but I really can't go out with you. Thanks for the invite, anyway.
To exemplify the formal register, which is the best structure for presenting the *0/2
estimate of COVID 19 recovery as a research finding based on collected data?
Around 95% of people infected with COVID 19 will recover.
Perhaps, 95% of people infected with COVID 19 will recover.
Conclusively, 95% of people infected with COVID 19 will recover.
It is safe to say that 95% of people infected with COVID 19 will recover.
It is speculated that 95% of people infected with COVID 19 will recover.
Sheila has this endearing way of addressing everybody "Beh". Which in the *2/2
following instances should "Beh" be most appropriately used?
Beh, can you show me how to go to the market? (To a stranger)
May I have the menu, Beh? (To a server)
Beh, let's go eat. (To her best friend)
We should be ready with the modules before the month ends, Beh (To her colleagues
at a departmental meeting)
You are actually annoyed, but you choose to be polite and poised. Which of the *2/2
following is the most polite way of asking the question (despite your
irritation)?
I am asking you if this is yours.
Is this yours?
Would you mind telling me if this is yours?
Yours? This one?
While having your break, which is the most appropriate statement for *0/2
clarification with a close co-worker who just reported on sales?
Did you mention our sales this month have gone lower by 40%?
Are you sure that our sales this month have gone lower by 40%?
May I clarify if our sales this month have gone lower by 40%?
Would you mind if I clarify about our sales going down by 40 % this month?
Can you prove that our sales this month have gone lower by 40%?
Analyze each image then answer the questions that follow. Choose the 18 of 22
best answer. (22 pts) points
What is the purpose of the picture? * 2/2
Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) law increases the prices of many
consumer goods.
The poorest of the poor are the ones affected by the increase of some commodities
because of the TRAIN law.
The unemployed in the Philippines will not benefit from the new tax increase rate.
None of the above
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Who or what is missing to complete the points of view? * 2/2
Department of Education
no need to include other points of view
Philippine National Police
Drug Pushers
Who is the target audience of the picture? * 2/2
the President of the Philippines
the government tax planners and the members of the Congress
the politicians
the consumers
Which of the following descriptions gives false contention about the picture? * 2/2
Barangay officials are appointed and not elected.
Barangay officials are submissive to the higher officials they support.
What keeps the barangay officials in their positions is the appointments imposed by
their supported higher officials.
None of the above
What is the message of the picture? * 2/2
It is indeed time to retire the very old vehicles that pose a danger to both passengers
and pedestrians and to the environment while adding to the city traffic problem
Because of modernization, change is needed but all possible help which concerns
small operators, drivers, and commuters should not be ignored.
Drivers and small operators are really fearing that they would lose their main source
of livelihood once the modernization program is implemented.
None of the above
Which of the following images shows manipulation and power? * 0/2
the pointing finger
the chain
verbal “Sit.”
Barong Tagalog
How is the message constructed? * 2/2
Man being chased by a grumpy modernized vehicle.
The nonverbal cues that elaborate the meaning of the picture
The verbal message shows relations of the images
All of the above
How is the message on Divorce Bill constructed? * 0/2
Through symbols like the crocodile and Juan de la Cruz representing reality
Through the size of the crocodile which shows power
Through the nonverbal cues like facial expressions, gestures, and posture
All of the above
What is the message of the picture? * 2/2
Parents would like to protect their children from the country’s serious drug problem.
School drug testing can stigmatize children and aggravate their distress; thus, they
should be exempted.
Drug abuse is also likely among children who are hired as mules by adult traffickers
because the law exempts juveniles from criminal prosecution.
none of the above
What embedded value/lifestyle gleaned through the media text is most *2/2
important?
Water is basically contained in the body.
Always check the water content of your body.
Be well-hydrated in order to survive.
Drink life in order to live.
What embedded value does the picture show? * 2/2
Filipinos do not support Divorce Bill; they still believe in the power of marriage.
Divorce Bill can be an avenue for corruption.
The Congress is now closer to legalizing divorce in the Philippines.
All of the above
Applying the principles of effective delivery, choose the best answer. 12 of 16

(16 points) points
Which of the following quotations can best be used to begin and close your *2/2
speech on the values that students should have in order to graduate with high
honors?
“If you are not willing to learn, no one can help you; if you are determined to learn, no
one can stop you.”
“Success comes from what you do consistently.”
“Excellence is never an accident; it is the result of high intention, sincere effort, and
intelligent direction.”
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the
more places you will go.”
Which statement shows that the speaker casts his speech involving his *0/2
audience?
an open palm turned down
a closed fist
an open palm turned up
a pointing finger
Which statement shows that the speaker casts his speech involving his *2/2
audience?
We should work with the DOH to eradicate COVID-19.
Only you can help the DOH to eradicate COVID-19.
The people and the DOH should work together to eradicate COVID-19.
You, the people, should work with the DOH to eradicate COVID-19.
To end your speech, which of the following quotations is closest to your *2/2
opening line, “Reading maketh a full man”? (All quotations were taken from
quotations.com.)
“Success comes from what you do consistently.”
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the
more places you will go.”
“Excellence is never an accident; it is the result of high intention, sincere effort, and
intelligent direction.”
“If you are not willing to learn, no one can help you; if you are determined to learn, no
one can stop you.”
In order for you to gain credibility as a speaker, which two principles should *0/2
you manifest?
Confidence and substance
Poise and confidence
Knowledge and substance
Knowledge and poise
Speaker B will deliver a speech in front of senior citizens. Which statement, in *2/2
terms of word choice, will best start his speech to encourage them to get a
COVID-19 booster shot?
Vaccination is life!
Vaccination prevents life!
Vaccination or Expiration?
Vaccination is between life and death!
According to the judge in a speaking contest, Speaker A won the contest *2/2
because of his fluency. What did Speaker A show?
Speaker A discussed his topic briefly.
Speaker A observed proper pausing and phrasing in his delivery.
Speaker A used correct gestures.
Speaker A chose words properly in his speech.
If you are eager and sincere to share your topic with your audience, what *2/2
should you project?
Substance
Joviality
Amiability
Enthusiasm
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GPCOM Midterm Examination Total points 52/70

Read and understand the instructions before answering.

The respondent's email (2231276@slu.edu.ph) was recorded on submission of this form.

Complete Name (FAMILY NAME, GIVEN NAME - follow this format) *

Program and Year *

Modified True or False. 10 of 16 points

Statement X: Written speeches convey different purposes. *2/2

Statement Y: Speeches may be written for facts, trivia, persuasion, or

Statement X is true but Statement Y is false

Statement X is false but Statement Y is true

Both statements are correct.

Both statements are incorrect.

Statement X: Speakers can use a variety of different organizational patterns *0/2

Statement Y: Ultimately, speakers must really think about which

Statement X is true but Statement Y is false

Statement X is false but Statement Y is true

Both statements are correct.

Both statements are incorrect.

Statement X is true but Statement Y is false

Statement X is false but Statement Y is true

Both statements are correct.

Both statements are incorrect.

Statement X: The body is said to be the “meat” of the speech. *2/2

Statement X is true but Statement Y is false

Statement X is false but Statement Y is true

Both statements are correct.

Both statements are incorrect.

Statement X: Similar to other forms of writing, a speech has an introduction, a *2/2

Statement Y: There is no specific standard way to start or end a speech, but

Statement X is true but Statement Y is false

Statement X is false but Statement Y is true

Both statements are correct.

Both statements are incorrect.

Statement X: One does need to introduce himself in the introduction to *0/2

Statement Y: The introduction should provide a preview of what the audience

Statement X is true but Statement Y is false

Statement X is false but Statement Y is true

Both statements are correct.

Both statements are incorrect.

Statement X: The introduction of a speech is extremely important as it needs *2/2

Statement Y: In crafting a speech, one should always start writing the

Statement X is true but Statement Y is false

Statement X is false but Statement Y is true

Both statements are correct.

Both statements are incorrect.

Statement Y: A hook can be a personal story, a joke or a shocking statistic to

Statement X is true but Statement Y is false

Statement X is false but Statement Y is true

Both statements are correct.

Both statements are incorrect.

Register reminds us of the appropriateness of a language to use in

Which of the following is a formal telephone conversation? * 2/2

Thanks for asking, Ma’am, I haven't but I will later.

Nope! Maybe later. Thanks.

Not yet, but thank you for asking.

the communicative context

their social status

their educational attainment

Which of the following responses can be considered as an appropriate answer *2/2

I am sorry, I am not a dating type.

I’m sorry, you're not my type.

Around 95% of people infected with COVID 19 will recover.

Perhaps, 95% of people infected with COVID 19 will recover.