SUMMATIVE TEST IN ORAL COMMUNICATION IN CONTEXT

I. Multiple Choices: Read each item carefully. Then write the letter of the correct answer.

1. Aside from assuming that communication occurs on a literal level, communication is also conducted in a
nonliteral manner, that is, individuals convey messages by directly stating what they mean to say. The statement
is ____.
a. false b. partly false c. true d. partly true
2. Kevin is getting dressed for Sunday mass while his sister waits at the living room. Kevin comes out of his
room wearing a decent-looking shirt along with denim shorts. The sister comments, “Shorts are great for a
hip-hop concert”. In response, Kevin returns to his room to look for a pair of pants and change his denim short.
What is the locution of “Shorts are great for a hip-hop concert”?
a. His sister’s comment is a remark about hip-hop fashion and not about church attire.
b. His sister’s comment is a remark telling that shorts are good for church attire.
c. His sister’s comment depicts that shorts are suitable for a hip-hop fashion and also for Sunday mass
attire.
d. Pants are not great for a hip-hop concert.
3. (Refer to the situation in number 2). What is sister’s illocution of her statement, “Shorts are great for a hip-
hop concert”?
a. The sister’s illocution is a positive comment for a church attire.
b. The sister’s illocution is a command for Kevin not to change anymore the outfit because it looks great.
c. The sister’s illocution is actually a command for Kevin to dress appropriately for church.
d. The sister’s illocution is a positive comment for a hip-hop fashion.
4. (Refer to the situation in number 2). What is the receiver’s perlocution of “Shorts are great for a hip-hop
concert”?
a. The receiver takes for granted the comment of his mother about his outfit.
b. The receiver returns to his room and shifted from denim shorts to a pair of pants.
c. The receiver remains wearing his denim shorts because he looks more handsome and attractive.
d. The receiver thinks that he actually wears the great attire for Sunday mass.
5. This refers to the act of putting forward or suggesting a topic for conversation like for instance “Hello, do you
know that Sheena is in America? She is inviting us on her wedding.”
a. Topic nomination b. topic control c. turn –taking d. termination
6. What do you call an utterance that serves as a function in communication. Like for example, saying “thank
you so much”, “you look fabulous with your elegant dress”, and “it’s hot in here” whether it is uttered literally
or sarcastically.
a. Speech styles b. Speech acts c. Speech context c. Speech Delivery.
7. The conversation is meaningful and has clear direction if the participants speak over one another and talk
impolitely. The statement is ___. a. partly true b. partly false c. true d. false
8. Beth says, “This bag is too heavy”. This indicates that the bag literally contains various things which make it
difficult to carry. What type of speech act does the literal meaning of the message refers to?
a. elimination b. perlocution c. locution d. illocution
9. Vin helped Bhet in carrying the bag when she said that it is too heavy. Vin understood that Bhet wanted him
to help her. So what do you call the type of speech act which pertains to how the message is perceived by the
receiver as illustrated in this situation? A. perlocution b. illocution c. illocution
d. elimination
10. To which type of communicative strategy does the example below belong?
“I am now giving you the opportunity to ask and give additional insights about the topic. Do you have any
question? If you have queries, feel free to talk”. The participants engaged in a conversation managed their turn
to speak.
a. termination b. Turn-taking c. repair d. topic restriction
11. Which of the following does NOT belong to the group?
a. Weather forecasting b. introducing a guest speaker c. speech campaign d. delivering a school report
12. What do you call the type of communicative strategy which refers to the correction of utterance after it has
been said in the conversation?
A. topic shifting b. termination c. repair d. turn- taking
13. “I’m busy right now. I will just call you later. Let’s see some other time”. This is an example of___.
a. Repair b. topic control c. topic nomination d. termination
14. It is a type of communicative strategy which involves movement from one topic to another.
a. Turn- taking b. topic shifting c. topic control d. topic- returning

15.____________
16. What communicative strategy is manifested in the scenario below?
During the ManCom meeting, the school head sustains the focus of the discussion on the DepEd updates
and preparation on the upcoming school activities. He becomes dominant in the conversation because he can
gain control of the topic.
a. termination b. topic restriction c. topic control d. topic shifting
17. When does meaningful conversation happen?
a. Meaningful conversation takes place when speakers speak over one another.
b. Meaningful conversation occurs when participants clearly identify what topic they will talk about.
c. Meaningful conversation arises if miscommunication also happens.
d. All of the above
18. One common purpose for delivering a speech is to give information. A speech delivered for this purpose is
called___. a. Extemporaneous Speech b. Entertaining Speech c. persuasive
Speech d. Expository Speech

19. Which of the following tips should NOT be done too much in delivering an Informative Speech?
a. Stay calm so that your audience understand the information you are presenting.
b. Insert humour and jokes all throughout the speech duration.
c. Stress words properly.
d. Give emphasis on some important points or information.
20. Which of the following is an example of Entertaining Speech?
a. Declamation b. diction c. news report d. Campaign Speech
21. What kind of speech is appropriate if the goal of the speaker is to make the audience believe in what he
believes and to convince them that the proposal is sensible?
a. Impromptu Speech b. Entertaining Speech c. Persuasive Speech d. Expository
Speech
For items 22-25, read each item carefully. Choose the correct answer from the choices inside the box.
A. Audience Analysis D. conclusion
B. editing/Revising E. Topic
C. Purpose

22. It is the focal point of your speech and this is where the message revolves
23. This section depicts looking on the profile of the audience like age, educational background, etc.
24. This provides a summary and aims to give the audience with a memorable statement.
25. This section involves correcting errors in mechanics such as grammar, punctuation, capitalization and
others.

For items 26-29, Read each item carefully. Choose the correct answer from the choices inside the box.
A. Introduction D. Conclusion
B. Outline E. Data gathering
C. Body of the Speech

26. It is a part of your speech, after the introduction, which provides explanations and details that can help you
deliver and explain your speech.
27. This introduces the main idea of your speech. It occurs in the beginning of your speech.
28. It is a process where you collect ideas, information relevant to the topic.
29. It is a list that shows the relationship of your ideas.
30._______________

“If others respect you, respect them. If they disrespect you, respect them still. Remember, you
represent yourself not others.”