ORAL COMMUNICATION SUMMATIVE TEST

Test I. Multiple Choice

Instruction: Read and understand the question carefully and choose the correct letter of your
answer.

1. The source of information or message

a. Receiver c. Speaker
b. Communication d. Context

2. The factors that affect the flow of communication

a. Noise c. Channel
b. Barrier d. Context

3. The information, ideas, or thoughts conveyed by the speaker in words or in action.

a. Discussion c. Speech
b. Context d. Message

4. The environment where communication takes place.

a. Context c. Setting
b. Location d. Background

5. The process of converting the message into words, actions, or other forms that the speaker
understands.
a. Decoding c. Encoding
b. Processing d. Responding

6. The medium or the means, such as personal or non-personal, verbal or nonverbal, in which
the encoded message is conveyed.
a. Channel c. Communication
b. Speech d. Speech Context

7. The reactions, responses, or information provided by the receiver.

a. Assessment c. Comment
b. Criticism d. Feedback

8. The process of interpreting the encoded message of the speaker by the receiver.
a. Interpretation c. Encoding
b. Decoding d. Analyzing

9. The recipient of the message, or someone who decodes message.

a. Sender c. Receiver
b. Subject d. Audience

10. The sending and receiving of information, ideas and thoughts within two or more
individuals.
a. Debate c. Public Speaking
b. Communication Process d. Communication
 11. Refers to the surrounding circumstances, setting, or situation in which spoken language or
communication occurs, influencing the meaning and interpretation of the spoken words.
a. Speech Context c. Public Speaking
b. Communication Process d. Communication

12. “You are having a bad day or you feel frustrated” What barriers of communication is being
used in the sentence?
a. Emotional Barriers c. Lack of Confidence
b. Use of Jargon d. Noisy Environment

13. “You are about to recite the importance of family in nation building but you failed to do it
because of your family affair” What barriers of communication is being used in the
sentence?
a. Emotional Barriers c. Lack of Confidence
b. Use of Jargon d. Noisy Environment

14. “You are a scientist discussing a certain weather phenomenon with your neighbor who does
not know much about the topic” What barriers of communication is being used in the
sentence?
a. Emotional Barriers c. Lack of Confidence
b. Use of Jargon d. Noisy Environment

15. “You are task to share something about your day or weekend, but you are hesitant because
you are shy” What barriers of communication is being used in the sentence?
a. Emotional Barriers c. Lack of Confidence
b. Use of Jargon d. Noisy Environment

16. “You are having a conversation with some friends when a song was played loudly” What
barriers of communication is being used in the sentence?
a. Emotional Barriers c. Lack of Confidence
b. Use of Jargon d. Noisy Environment

Test II. True or False

Instruction: Read and understand the statement carefully. Write T if the statement is True and F if it
is False.

_______17. Completeness does not mean keeping the message short, but making it direct or straight
to the point.

_______18. Complete communication is inessential to the quality of the communication process in

general.

_______19. To be effective, the speaker should always consider relevant information about his/her
receiver such as mood, background, race, preference, education, status, and needs, among others.

_______20. Effective communication happens when the message is theoretic and supported by
surrealistic figures.
_______21. The speaker shows courtesy in communication by disregarding the culture, values, and
beliefs of his/her receivers.

_______22. Correctness in grammar eliminates negative impact on the audience and increases the
credibility and effectiveness of the message.

_______23. Clearness in communication implies the use of fancy and generic words to express ideas.

_______24. Sender is responsible on giving precise information to the receiver.

_______25. Non-verbal communication is only applicable to person with disability such as deaf or
with hearing problem.

_______26. Barriers of communication does not affect the communication process and does not
lead to misunderstanding.

Test III. Enumeration

Instruction: List down or Enumerate what are being asked on each of the following item.

(27-31) Enumerate the Stages of the Developmental Model of the Intercultural Diversity

27.________________________________

28.________________________________

29.________________________________

30.________________________________

31.________________________________

(32-35) Enumerate the Types of Speech Context

32.________________________________

33.________________________________

34.________________________________

35.________________________________

(36-40) Enumerate the Types of Speech Style

36.________________________________

37.________________________________

38.________________________________

39.________________________________

40.________________________________
Test IV. Identification

Instruction: Read and understand the statement carefully and Identify what types of speech context
is being used on each statement. Choose your answer on the box provided bellow. Write the letter
of your answers on the provided piece of paper.

A. Intrapersonal C. Public Communication

B. Interpersonal D. Mass Communication

______41. Two colleagues are having a discussion in the office kitchenette about their weekend
plans.
______42. Someone is sitting alone in their room, reflecting on their goals and making a mental list
of tasks they need to accomplish for the day.
______43. A politician is delivering a speech at a campaign rally, addressing a large crowd of
supporters and outlining their policy proposals.
______44. A television network broadcasts breaking news about a natural disaster, reaching millions
of viewers across the country with live updates and safety instructions.
______45. Two individuals who have history of unresolved conflicts and strongly opposing
viewpoints are tasked with working together on a high-stakes project that requires effective
collaboration and communication.
______46. A customer is speaking with salesperson in a clothing store, asking for assistance in
finding the perfect outfit for a special occasion.
______47. An individual is struggling to overcome a debilitating fear of public speaking, and they
engage in internal dialogue and self-coaching to boost their confidence and prepare mentally for an
upcoming important presentation.
______48. A person is deep in thought while taking a long solitary walk, pondering their life choices
and considering their future plans.
______49. A popular social media platform displays a trending topic related to a major celebrity
scandal, with millions of users sharing and commenting on the news, making it a viral discussion.
______50. A University professor is giving a lecture to a packed lecture hall on a complex topic,
engaging with students and using visual aids to enhance understanding.