Part 1
Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.
1. It takes place when the shared information is mutually understood.
A. barriers to communication C. effective communication
B. communication D. strategies to effective communication
2. It refers to the use of appropriate speaking volume, rate, acceptable pronunciation, and proper stressing.
A. keep focused C. minimize distractions
B. listen with your ears and eyes D. speak intelligently
3. It helps to pay attention to the verbal message as well as the nonverbal message.
A. keep focused C. minimize distractions
B. listen with your ears and eyes D. speak intelligently
4. It uses concise and simple words to deliver the message.
A. be specific C. minimize distractions
B. do not jump to conclusions D. speak intelligently
5. It is important for a receiver to analyze first the message of the sender before he/she accepts or reject them.
A. barriers to communication C. do not jump to conclusions
B. be specific D. effective communication
Part 2
Write T if the statement is TRUE and write F if it is FALSE.
_______1. Inability to understand a message causes failure in communication.
_______2. The actual message is lost in transmission.
_______3. Emotional problems can sometimes color one’s understanding of a message.
_______4. Culture may affect the interpretation of meaning in communication.
_______5. Pictures, gadgets, and other paraphernalia in front of the stage engage the audience in listening to the
speaker.
Part 3
Directions: Match column A with the best answer in column B. Write your answer on the separate sheet of paper.
Column A Column B
1. It refers to the use of simple and precise words. A. Keep Focused
2. The speaker should identify his/her purpose for speaking. B. Be Specific
3. He/she must pays attention to the verbal and non-verbal cues. C. Do not Jump to Conclusions
4. He/she must find closed areas or quiet plays to avoid communication D. Speak Intelligibly
breakdown. E. Listen with your ears and eyes
5. He/she must have an appropriate speaking volume, speech rate, and F. Minimize Distractions
acceptable enunciation
Write 3 communication breakdown.
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3.
Essay
1. What will likely happen when you jump to conclusion without knowing the whole thing?
2. How do you describe a successful communication?