ORAL COMMUNICATION TEST SAMPLE

NAME ___________________________________ SCORE__________

YEAR & SECTION _________________________

I. MULTIPLE CHOICE: Choose the letter of the correct answer and write on the space provided.

_______1. All of the following define communication, EXCEPT?

a) Communication involves a transaction.

b) Communication is sharing of ideas among a group of people.
c) Communication is a confusion of ideas in the mind of other.
d) Communication is a transfer of messages from one person to another.

_______2. Which of the following elements of communication refers to the information or ideas
conveyed by the Speaker?

a) Receiver
b) Channel
c) Context
d) Message

_______3. What general type of Communication Model explains one directional communication
process; the Message flows in a straight line from sender to the receiver, and there is no concept of
feedback?

a) Transactional Model of Communication

b) Linear Model of Communication
c) Interactive Model of Communication
d) Schramm Model of Communication

_______4. This model of communication puts the speaker in the central position and suggests that the
speaker is the One who drives the entire communication.

a) Berlo’s Model of Communication

b) Schramm’s Model of communication
c) Aristotle Model of Communication
 d) Shannon and Weaver Model of Communication

_______ 5. Why is encoding relevant for communication?

a) It is the method by which a message is sent.

b) It is the process of interpreting a message once it is received
c) It is a form of noise that disrupts the receiver from properly understanding the message
d) It is the process of transforming a thought into a message that can be sent

_______6. Which of the following refers to the use of simple yet precise and powerful words?

a) Vividness
b) Clarity
c) Brevity
d) Appropriateness

_______7. Communication involving no words is called _____________.

a) Non-verbal
b) Subverbal
c) Verbal
d) Written

_______8. The person who sends out a message is the _______________.

a) Messenger
b) Receiver
c) Sender
d) Caller

_______9. A return message from someone you sent a message to is called ______________.

a) Backtalk
b) Feedback
c) Message
d) Communication

______10. Model of Communication that is also known as ‘convergence model’.

a) Interactive Model of Communication

b) Linear Model of Communication
c) Transactional Model of Communication
 II. Directions: Match the following items in Column B with their respective definitions in
Column A. Write the

Letter of your answer on the space provided.

Column A Column B

______11. Study of the perceptions and meanings A. Racism

Of touch behavior. B. Prejudice

______12. Ornaments or adornments that we use C. Proxemics

To communicate just by wearing. D. Artifacts

______13. Study of space between persons. E. Stereotype

Physical contact, and inner anxiety we F. Perception

Have when people violate our space. G. Haptics

______14. The process of selecting cues from the

Environment, organizing them into a clear

Pattern and labeling that pattern, and then

Interpreting that pattern.

______15. Exaggerated pictures we have about a

Group of people on the basis of our inflexible

Belief and expectations about the characteristics

Or behaviors of the group.

III. True or False.

_______16. Casual style of speech is also called the third level of language.

_______17. An intrapersonal communication involves a speaker and an audience.

_______18. In public communication, unlike in interpersonal dyad and small group, the channels are
more Exaggerated

_______19. Internal discourse is a level of intrapersonal communication

_______20. Articulating your stand on current issues through the school’s newspaper is an example of
dyadic Communication

_______21. Effective use of non-verbal communication can strengthen your message.

_______22. Jargon, slang, or the vernacular language are NOT acceptable in the casual style

_______23. Delivering an oratorical speech call for a casual speech style.

_______24. Talking to a counselor or psychiatrist needs a consultative speech style.

_______25. You can use casual language when you want to get to know someone on a more personal
level, or you Want the person to feel at ease.

IV. Identify the function of communication in each of the following situations. Write C for
Control, SI for Social Interaction, M for Motivation, EE for Emotional Expression, and ID for
Information Dissemination. Write Your answers on the space provided.

_______26. The teacher reads and discusses classroom policies to her students.

_______27. Ross greets Rachel; then start talking about their plans for the holidays.

_______28. Phoebe shares her insights on how to live peacefully despite a complicated life.

_______29. Monica shares her personal frustrations with Chandler.

_______30. The geometry teacher lectures about mathematical concepts.

_______31. A tourist guide orients a group of tourists about a heritage site.

_______32. The city Mayor presents her strategies to execute the plans in a public forum.

_______33. A television personality thanks the supportive movie goers during an interview.

_______34. “Clean the room, then you can go to the mall.”

_______35. Shiela delivers her Valedictory speech

 V. Determine what type of communicative strategies were used in each sentence/phrase on
each item. Circle The letter of your answer.

36. “Do you have anything to say?”

a) Nomination
b) Topic Control
c) Turn Taking
d) Termination

37. “One of the essential lessons gained from the discussion is the importance of sports and wellness to
a healthy Lifestyle.”

a) Nomination
b) Topic Control
c) Turn Taking

38. “Excuse me? I think we should speak one at a time, so we can clearly understand what we want to
say about the Issue.”

a) Topic Control
b) Termination
c) Turn Taking
d) Nomination

39. “Have you heard the news about the latest achievement of our government.”

a) Nomination
b) Topic Control
c) Restriction
d) Termination

40. “Best regards to your parents! See you around!”

a) Nomination
b) Termination
c) Topic Control
d) Turn Taking
 VI. Identify the type of speech style appropriate for the following situations. Write your answer
before the Number.

______41. Talking to a counselor of psychiatrist

______42. The Guidance counselor had a serious conversation with a student

______43. A bride says her wedding vow

______44. Jane and Angelo talks about their future wedding plans

______45. Kent and his friends are happily chatting with each other

______46. Talking and laughing about memorable experiences

______47. The President delivers his SONA

______48. Having a one-on-one conversation with a loved one.

______49. Delivering an oratorical speech

______50. Leading a prayer before meal

ANSWERS WITH RATIONALIZATION:

I. MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. C) Communication is a confusion of ideas in the mind of other. The function of
communication is to share, Understand, and transmit messages successfully
to other people. It means to relay messages not to confuse.
2. D) Message. A message is the content of the communication process. It is the
information conveyed by words And/or other signs and symbols.
3. B) Linear Model of Communication. In linear model, communication is
considered one way process where sender Is the only one who sends message
and receiver doesn’t give feedback or response. The message signal is
encoded And transmitted through channel in presence of noise. The sender is
more prominent in linear model of Communication.
4. C) Aristotle Model of Communication. The Aristotle’s communication model is
a speaker centered model as the Speaker has the most important role in it
and is the only one active. It is the speaker’s role to deliver a speech to the
Audience. The role of the audience is passive, influenced by the speech.
5. A) It is the method by which a message is sent. When the source of the
communication puts together their intended Message, this is referred to as
‘Encoding’. ‘Encoding’ can be defined as transforming an abstract idea into a
Communicable message. This is done using words, symbols, pictures, symbols
and sounds.
6. C) brevity. Speakers who often use simple yet precise and powerful words are
found to be more credible. Try to Achieve brevity by being more direct with
your words. Avoid fillers and insubstantial expressions that do Not add to the
message, such as “uh,” “you know,” “I guess,” and others.
7. A) Non-verbal. Nonverbal communication refers to an interaction where
behavior is used to convey and represent Meanings. All kinds of human
responses that are not expressed in words are classified as Nonverbal
communication.
8. C) Sender. The sender is the individual who initiates a message and is also
called the communicator or source of Communication. The sender might be a
speaker, a writer, or someone who merely gestures.
9. B) Feedback. Feedback is your audience’s response; it enables you to evaluate
the effectiveness of your message.
10. A) Interactive Model of Communication. Interactive model (also known as
convergence model) deals with Exchange of ideas and messages taking place
both ways from sender to receiver and vice-versa.
 II. Matching type

11. G. Haptics. It is a form of non- verbal communication using a sense of touch. Some forms of
HapticsCommunication is Handshake, or a gentle pat on back, or a high five.The sense of touch allows
one to experienceDifferent sensations.
12. D. Artifacts. These are physical objects, such as clothing, homes, and cars, that indicate to others a
person’sPersonal and social beliefs and habits.
13.C. Proxemics. It is the study of how space is used in human interactions.
14. F. Perception. It is the process of selecting, organizing, and interpreting information.
15. B. Prejudice. Prejudice refers to the beliefs, thoughts, feelings, and attitudes someone holds about a
group. APrejudice is not based on one’s experiences; instead, it is a prejudgment, originating outside
actual experience

III. True or False

16. FALSE. Consultative Style is known as the third level of language. It is basically unplanned speech
since theSpeaker uses the participation and feedback of the listener.
17. FALSE. Intrapersonal communication is communication with one’s self.
18. TRUE. This type of communication requires you to deliver or send message before or infront of a
group where Your voice is louder, channels are more exaggerated and gestures are more expansive.
19. TRUE. Intrapersonal communication may involve different levels of communication activity: Internal
discourse,Solo vocal communication, and Solo written communication.
20. FALSE. The term dyadic communication refers to an interaction between two persons. It is a person-
to-person Transaction and one of the commonest forms of speech communications.
21. TRUE. When your nonverbal signals match up with the words you’re saying, they increase trust,
clarity, and Rapport.
22. FALSE. Language used between friends. Often very relaxed and focused on just getting the
information out and This style is used in informal situations and language.
23. FALSE. Formal style of speech is needed when delivering an oratorical speech.
24. TRUE. Consultative style is speaking to strangers or persons who are neither acquaintances nor
friends or Relatives (e.g., dialog/interview)
25. TRUE. Casual style is used in conversations between friends and insiders who have something to
share and Have shared background information.
 IV. IDENTIFICATION

26. ID. Teacher conveys/shares Information

27. SI. The scenario shows creating relations, and connections with others.
28. M. Phoebe provides motivation to the audience by sharing her insights on how to live peacefully.
29. EE. The scenario facilitates a person’s expression of their feelings and emotions.
30. ID. The Geometry Teacher conveys/shares Information
31. ID. The tourist guide orients tourists so it means the tourist guide is giving information.
32. SI. The city Mayor is expressing preferences, decisions, and goals to his constituents.
33. EE. The artist is expressing his/her appreciation to the movie goers.

34. C. Control – this is used in order to literally regulate or control the behavior of people.

35. M. Shiela delivers her Valedictory speech to inspire, motivate and encourage her schoolmates to
strive for the better

V. IDENTIFICATION

36. b) Topic Control- keeping the interaction going by asking questions and eliciting a response

37. a) Nomination-presenting a particular topic clearly,, truthfully and saying only what is relevant

38. c) Turn Taking- requires that each speaker speaks only when it is his/her turn during interaction

39. c) Restriction – a strategy that constraints or restricts the response of the person involved in the
communication

40 b) Termination- ends the conversation through verbal and nonverbal messages that both speaker and
listener Send to each other
 V. IDENTIFICATION

41. CONSULTATIVE STYLE. Used in semi-formal communication, sentences end to be shorter and
spontaneous, The speaker does not usually plan what he/she wants to say, most operational among
others. (E.g., teacher-student, Doctor-patient)

42. CONSULTATIVE STYLE. Used in semi-formal communication, sentences end to be shorter and
spontaneous, The speaker does not usually plan what he/she wants to say, most operational among
others. (E.g.,teacher-student, Doctor-patient)

43 FROZEN STYLE. A Weddings is considered a formal ceremony. This style of communication style is
best fit in the Situation

44. INTIMATE STYLE. The couple knows each other well as they undertake a very serious chapter in their
lives.

45. CASUAL STYLE. The scenario presents a conversation between friends; Use of slang words are
allowed.

46. CASUAL STYLE. The situation shows a very relaxed conversation between friends who have
something to share To each other.

47. FORMAL STYLE. Communication that takes place using the formal speech type; is one-way, in which
the Speaker simply transmits information to the listener.

48 INTIMATE STYLE. Intimate speech is used in conversation between people who are very close and
know each Other quite well because they have the maximum of shared background information.

49.FORMAL STYLE. Used in speaking to medium to large groups, Speaker must frame whole sentences
ahead Before they are delivered, and avoids using slang terminologies

50. FROZEN STYLE. Most formal communicative style that is usually used during respectful situations.

Prepared by. Joshua Corpuz