FINAL EXAM FOR ORAL COMMUNICATION GRADE XI

SCHOOL YEAR 2023-2024

TEST I. “SPEECH WRITING” Write the letter with its’ word of the correct answer.
1.Provides the audience with a clear understanding of the concept or idea presented by the
speaker.
A. entertainment speech B. informative speech C. speech D. none of the above
2. Provides the audience with amusement.
A. oral communication B. entertainment speech C. Informative speechD. none of
the above
3. Provides the audience with well-argued ideas that can influence their own beliefs and
decisions.
A. informative speech B. entertainment speech C. persuasive speech D. all of the above
4. Age, range, male-female relation, educational background and affiliations or degree
program taken, nationality, economic status, academic or corporate designations
A. psychology B. situation C. demography D. all of the above
5. Time, venue, occasion, size
A. psychology B. situation C. demography D . none of the above
6. It is your focal point of your speech, which can be determined once you have decided on
your purpose.
A. Topic B. Audience analysis C. Audience D. all of the above
7. It means making your main idea more specific and focused.
A. Topic B. Narrowing down a topic C. Audience analysis D. none of the
above
8. It is the stage where you collect ideas, information, sources, and references relevant or
related to your specific topic.
A. Data gathering B. Narrowing down a topic C. Topic D. none of the
above
9. They are structures that will help you organize the ideas related to your topic.
A. Data gathering B. Narrowing down a topic C. Writing patterns D. all of the above
10. It provides explanations, examples, or any details that can help you deliver your purpose
and explains the main idea of your speech.
A. Body of the speechB. Data gathering C. Narrowing down a topic D. all of the above
TEST II. “GUIDELINES IN SPEECH WRITING/TOOLS FOR EFFECTIVE SPEECH
DELIVERY”
Your answer must be A. AGREE B. DISAGREE
11. Manage your time well; make sure that the speech falls under the time limit.
12. Use metaphors and other figures of speech to effectively convey your point.
13. Be sensitive of your audience. Be very careful with your language, jokes, and non-verbal
cues.
14. Use active verbs and contractions because they add to the personal and conversational
tone of your speech.
15. Make your speech more personal. Use the personal pronoun “I,” but take care not to
over use it.
16. Avoid jargon, acronyms, or technical words because they can confuse your audience.
17. Keeps your words short and simple. Your speech is meant to be heard by your audience,
not read.
18. While observing, take note of the following like “How they approach their audience;
formal, informal, personal, conversational, intimate among others.”
19. While observing, take note of the following like “ How they connect with their audience;
using eye contact, body movements, and facial expressions.”
20. While observing, take note of the following like “ How they use their body language in
terms of volume, pitch, rate or speed, pauses to show emphasis and strenghthen the clarity
of the message, vocal variety, and pronunciation.”
TEST III. “PRINCIPLES OF EFFECTIVE SPEECH WRITING”
Write A. TRUE ; If the statement is True, B. FALSE; if the statement is False
21. An outline determines whether your supporting ideas match your main idea or not.
22. Any speech should include an introduction, body, and conclusion.

23. In the introduction, you explain the importance of your topic by giving examples.
24. Knowing the audience and the occasion is crucial in writing a speech.
25. Rehearsing is a major requirement.
26. Speech Writing is a recursive process.
27. The approach that you will use in your introduction can determine the success of your
speech.
28. The primary objective of speech writing is getting the right the right or appropriate topic.
29. The purpose of the speech will help you identify ideas that will support your main idea or
message.
30. Word choice is one consideration in writing a speech.

TEST IV. “TYPES OF SPEECH ACCORDING TO PURPOSE AND TYPE OF SPEECH

ACCORDING TO DELIVERY” Choose the letter of the correct answer.
31. Mr. De la Cruz, a graduate of Ajuy National High School, was invited as a guest speaker
in the Monthly Convocation Program prepared by the HUMSS students. In his speech, he
inserts jokes in order to make it interesting but it is ineffective. If a joke does not work, what
would you do?
a. The speaker should retell the joke.
b. The speaker should continue with his speech.
c. The speaker should apologize to the audience.
d. The speaker should substitute another joke right away.
32.A speaker discusses to the Photojournalist of Janiuay the techniques and steps on how
to take good pictures. Which type of speech will be used by the speaker in this situation?
a. Informative b. Persuasive c. Entertainment d. Problem/Solution
33.“Hon. Defensor delivers his campaign speech during the campaign period.” If you are
Hon. Defensor, what type of speech you are likely to use?
a. Informative b. Persuasive c. Entertainment d. Chronological
34. Which speech is delivered with the help of short notes or a clear outline?
a. Impromptu b. Manuscript c. Memorized d. Extemporaneous
35. 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
36. The following are different delivery situation except
a. Speaking in a different venues b. Speaking in a concert
c. Speaking with a microphone d. Speaking with a podium
37. It is a reading desk with a stand and a slanted top.
a. Auditorium b. Podium c. Microphone d. Teacher’s table
38. The following are the tips in speaking with a microphone, EXCEPT
a. Check the microphone if it functions well.
b. Check your voice in the microphone if audible enough.
c. In a small venue, you may use a microphone.
d. You need to manage your voice’s volume well.
39. Ayla is invited to speak in an open-air venue. The following are the disadvantages she
may encounter, except
a. She will encounter a lot of communication barriers.
b. She might be forced to make adjustments.
c. She will feel more relaxed due to the atmosphere.
d. She will exaggerate facial expressions and gestures to get the attention of her audience.
40. Which of the following is NOT an example of an open-air venue?
a. Football field b. Grounds c. Social Hall d. Grandstand
41. “ Let us now give the floor to our next speaker, around of applause please”. What
communicative strategy is present in the line?
a. Nomination b. Termination c. Topic Control d. Turn-taking
42. In a conversation, Mary politely said, “ Will you please focus on the subject matter of our
meeting”? Among the choices which one refers to by the situation?
a. Nomination b. Repair c. Restriction d. Termination
43. In a conference, the president points at you as the secretary to read the minutes of the
previous meeting. What communicative strategy should be applied?
a. Termination b. Topic Control c. Topic Shifting d. Turn-Taking
44. The learners have a brainstorming process in the class, Nicole asked , “ What could be
the best topic to discuss”? The group thought for a while and reacted to it. From the list what
communicative strategy is mentioned in the situation?
a. Nomination b. Restriction c. Repair d. Termination
45. Ana commented,” I think the issue here is how to settle the problem between Paul and
Peter, not about who is to be blamed for”? In the situation which from the choices best
describe the scenario?
a. Termination b. Topic shifting c. Topic control d. Turn-taking
46. In which of the following statements is the speaker making a commitment?
a. “I checked her Facebook profile yesterday.”
b. “I am in love and I am happy.”
c. “I promise to love you for better or for worse.”
d. “I think following my suggestion will get us a high grade.”
47.President Rodrigo “Roa” Duterte, attended the Asean Summit. What could be the best
consideration in that event?
a. Relationship of the speaker to the listeners
b. Relationship of the speaker to the media
c. Relationship of the speaker to the event organizer
d. Relationship of the speaker to the host country
48. One of the considerations in any speech context, speech style, speech act, and
communicative strategy is the message. “ Have you heard of the news about the latest
achievement of our government”? Which from the given choices would mean the message
of the speaker based from the question?
a. Today is the first day of school, welcome back learners!
b. The buy bust operations have tapped down billions of shabu laboratories.
c. The guidance counselor called up the learners for a conference.
d. Halloween treat or trick craze is in town.
49. The speaker should be particular of his role and responsibility as he delivers the
message. From the list which one refers to the statement?
a. Set the mood of the audience and see to it that eye contact is establish.
b. Hold the manuscript in front of the audience with nervousness.
c. Check the venue of the speaking engagement one hour before the delivery.
d. Practice in front of the mirror.
50. What do you think does the speaker mean when he says, “Can you open the door?”
a. The speaker wants to know if I have the ability to open the door.
b. The speaker is requesting me to open the door.
c. The speaker does not make sense.
d. The speaker is asking me a question.

KEY IN ORAL COMMUNICATION

1. B. INFORMATIVE SPEECH
2. C. ENTERTAINMENT SPEECH
3. C. PERSUASIVE SPEECH
4. C. DEMOGRAPHY
5. A. SITUATION
6. A. TOPIC
7. B. NARROWING DOWN A TOPIC
8. A. DATA GATHERING
9. C. WRITING PATTERNS
10. A. BODY OF THE SPEECH
11. A
12. A
13. A
14. A
15. A
16. A
17. A
18. A
19. A
20. B
21. A
22. A
23. B
24. T
25. T
26. T
27. T
28. T
29. T
30. T
31. B
32. A
33. B
34. D
35. C
36. B
37. B
38. C
39. C
40. C
41. D
42. A
43. D
44. A
45. C
46. C
47. D
48. B
49. A
50. B