Republic of the Philippines

UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN PHILIPPINES

University Town, N. Samar
2nd Semester S.Y. 2023-2024

MIDTERM EXAMINATION

PURPOSIVE COMMUNICATION

NAME____________________________________ Course and Year ___________ Date ________

I. Read and analyze each item carefully and encircle the letter of your answer.
1. This element of communication refers to any barrier, physical, physiological or psychological that
hinders successful communication.
a. channel b. message c. noise d. response e. speaker
2. This is the element of communication which refers to the means by which the message is sent and/or
received.
a. channel b. message c. noise d. response e. speaker
3. This refers to the person receiving the communication, the other half of the communication process.
a. channel b. feedback c. noise d. receiver e. speaker
4. This element is what is sent, delivered or imparted and is central to the communication process.
a. channel b. communicative situation c. feedback d. message [Link]

5. This element chooses, crafts, and delivers the message.

a. channel b. feedback c. noise d. response e. speaker
6. This is the only way the sender knows that the message has been received. This can be negative or
positive.
a. channel b. feedback c. noise d. response e. speaker
7. This refers to the physical location and psychological setting for which something is used for the
communication to take place.
a. channel b. communicative situation c. noise d. response e. speaker
8. This is refers to the way of life of a particular group of people which affects or influences the
communication process.
a. culture b. literature c. gesture d. none is correct e. traditions

9. This is the first and earliest model of communication.

a. Aristotle’s Model b. Schramm’s Model c. Shannon-Weaver’s Model d. White’s Model

10. This is tool of communication incorporates multi-forms like text, audio, visuals, etc.
a. multi-modal b. uni-modal c. Shannon-Weaver’s Model d. White’s Model e. tri-modal

11. This is taken from the words web and log which is an internet communication platform used for
marketing, mass communication, cultural and popular influences, etc.

a. blog b. twitter c. Shannon-Weaver’s Model d. White’s Model e. facebook

12. This dimension refers to the use of language and the choice of words to convey meaning.
a. Intentional b. Formal c. Oral d. Verbal e. Written
13. This dimension refers to the facial expressions and the gestures and bodily movement.
a. Intentional b. Non-verbal c. Oral d. Verbal e. Written
14. This is the British equivalent of the American word “long pants”.
a. peck b. lift c. trousers d. flippers e. skirt
15. This dimension refers to the spoken communication, imparting a message following the Principles of
Delivery.
a. Intentional b. Formal c. Oral d. Verbal e. Written
16. This refers to the most ubiquitous communication platform that uses the internet.
a. social media b. mobile communication c. printed d. Verbal e. Written
17. This is the standard English dialect.
a. American b. Filipino c. British d. Norwegian e. Irish

18. This computer application is the most widely used in presenting visual, textual or audio data to a
group or a large audience.

a. word document b. power point c. excel d. you tube e. facebook

19. A student smiling during an exam may make the teacher think that the exam is easy.

a. Intentional b. Formal c. Non-verbal d. Unintentionale. Written

20. This is the belief that one’s culture is superior.

a. acculturation b. ethnocentrism c. cultural integration [Link] sympathy

21. This refers to a communication error which presupposes dual meaning either intentional or otherwise.

[Link] meaning b. unitary meaning c. ambiguty [Link]

Identify the influence affecting the communication or communication situation. Choose from the
following choices.
a. age [Link] c. gender d. religion e. social status

22.A woman is not expected to talk about politics or business.

23. Filipinos kiss the cheek of a friend or someone close to them. Europeans kiss someone’s cheeks three
times.
24. In Thailand, only the King can wear yellow. Tourists who dare to wear yellow are punished.
25. Catholics do the sign of the cross but other Christians don’t.
26. A child says po and opo to someone older.
27. Most kids in slum areas are exposed to adults speaking vulgar speech.
28. When men cry, it’s a sign of weakness.
29. Rich people talk about branded things.
30. Young people talk about gadgets, older people talk about work or family.
31. Before, women were not allowed to go to school.

From numbers 32-50, identify the function of communication described in the items below. Choose the
letter of your answer.

[Link]/control [Link] c. Information [Link] interaction e. Emotional Expression

32. This function of communication is to manage people’s behavior.

33. This is when the Speaker’s purpose is to persuade or try to persuade another person to change his/her
opinion, attitude, or behavior.
34. This function is used when the Speaker wants to make others aware of certain data, concepts, and
processes—knowledge that may be useful to them.
35. This function is the primary reason why people communicate. Conversation with one another gives
the people involved pleasure while passing the time in an entertaining way.
36. The teacher reads and discusses classroom policies to her students
[Link] teacher looks sharply at the noisy students.
38. At the mention of “Fire!” the office manager directs all the employees to the nearest fire exit.
39. The janitor tells the students to move away from the area of the corridor he is cleaning.
40. Trying to find out why a sibling is crying.
41. The soldiers not reacting to the President’s speech.
42. The office manager telling the clerk to retype the contract.
43. The girls discussing what happened at the party they all attended last night.
44. People sympathizing with the families of the soldiers.
45. The janitor giving direction for the rest room.
46. A teacher giving introduction to the guest speaker.
47. Telling a friend that he can do the dance.
48. A mother telling her children to brush their teeth before going to bed.
49. Telling a friend to be calm and that he can do the task.
50. The contestant delivered a speech on saving the trees in SM Baguio.

Numbers 51-60, identify the types of Communication Context. Write the letter of your answer on the
space provided before the number.

a. dyadic [Link] [Link] communication [Link] group communication

[Link] communication f. organizational communication [Link] communication

51. This type of Communication Context requires from 3-15 people to study an issue, discuss a problem,
and come up with a solution or a plan.
[Link] communication context involves two participants, one Speaker, the other Listener.
[Link] involves talking or writing to oneself.
54. This type involves the interaction of members along the links in an organization.
55. Refers to any human verbal interaction s carried out with the aid of mass media technology.
56. In this type, there is a Speaker and Listeners collectively called Audience.
57. In this type, the roles are definite. The Speaker remains the Speaker all throughout the communication
process.
58. An example of this type is a rally.
59. According to purpose, this type maybe divided into two: Study Group and Task-Oriented Group.
60. An example of this type is an interview.

Identify the type of communication register appropriate for the following situations. Write your answer
before the number.
[Link] [Link] [Link] [Link] [Link]

61. Talking to a counselor or psychiatrist

62. Giving last-minute instructions top layers
63. Delivering campaign speeches
64. Delivering a speech at the UN Summit
65. Delivering news report
66. Talking and laughing about memorable experiences
67 Communicating while playing sports
68. Leading a prayer before meal
69. Inquiring at a hotel
70. Reading pledge of allegiance to the flag

II. True or False. Write T if the statement is correct and F if incorrect.

71. A misunderstanding may happen when words contradict actions.
72. On-line blogging requires the use of the internet.
73. Feedback is the perception by the Speaker about the Response of the Listener.
74. Messages have, cultural, political, economic and aesthetic purposes.
75. Nodding the head is considered verbal communication.
76. Different people respond differently to messages depending on their attitudes, life experiences, needs,
knowledge and culture.
77. Messages are constructions which means that is undergoes the creation process.
78. The Response of the listener is based on his/her interpretation of the message.
[Link] only way the Speaker knows that the Message has been received is when there is a verbal
response.
80. A message may have unintended or implied meaning that the Speaker may not even be aware of.
81. Intercultural communication presupposes the interplay of two or more cultures.
82. In Public Communication, the Audience has active interaction with the Speaker.
83. Organizational communication may be formal or informal.
84. Scolding oneself for getting a low score in a quiz is an example of interpersonal communication.
85. Talking to oneself is considered communication.
86. Effective use of nonverbal communication can strengthen your message.
87. In high context cultures, messages are often unspecified and must be understood by means of context,
non-verbal cues and between the lines interpretation.
88. There are certain words that are only appropriate at certain times and places.
89. In low context cultures, messages are specific and explicit .
90. When you talk to others, you should not assume too quickly that they understand the message that you
convey.

III. Grammar Review

SYNTAX. Below is a list of jumbled words. Arrange the words in each number to form a coherent
sentence.

91. Really useful is that equipment constructing in high rise buildings

92. Indeed daunting task research is a
93. Based on investigation scientific research is.
94. Chemist the purchased has chemicals the from the factory
95. Signed the Cybercrime September 2012 in early Bill into law President Aquino.
96. The anatomy human made is of intricate organ system which is in the center study of Biological
Sciences.
97. The Empire State building New York in tallest building was once the world’s.
98. Of emotion human complexit
99. y the is a fascinating subject research of.
100. Sheila’s complex as persona is as the binary chemical bonds.
101. Your decisions be based should on conscience your.

Underline the correct connector inside the parenthesis.

102. Either you ( or, nor ) Sheila is expected to grace the event.

103. I feel weak ( for, so ) I did not eat breakfast.

104. ( Unless, For ) you finish the test, you cannot go home.
105. I went to the church ( and, so ) I prayed there.
106. John has everything he wants ( but, although ) he is not happy.
107. Neither the fruits ( nor, or ) the vegetables are fresh.
108. Sean studied hard last night ( for, so that ) he would get an excellent rating in the test.
109. It is my birthday today ( yet, so ) I feel lonely.
110. I was made to choose between pork ( or, and ) beef for dinner.
111. I always pray ( before, since ) I sleep at night.
112. His parents love him ( while, although ) he is hardheaded.
113. He is well-loved by his classmates ( despite, however ) his imperfections.
114. I went home early ( because, so that ) we had no classes in the afternoon.
115. ( While, So ) everyone is busy writing, Patrick was just texting.
116. I called him many times ( but, or, and ) he never responded.

117. I (dreamed, have dreamed , dream) of her last night.

118. The sun ( set, sets, has set) in the west.
119. Sean ( had delivered, delivered, delivers) the package before the owner arrived.
120. The University of Eastern Philippines ( is, are, was) a state university.
121. The moon (revolve, revolves, revolved) around the Earth.
 122. Mr . Santos ( has served, had served , serves ) as the company president since 1997.
123. Last night, I ( see, saw, have seen ) a UFO.
124. Several students in private colleges ( will conduct, conduct, conducted) a protest rally
against tuition fee hike.
125. By the time my friends arrive from school, I ( shall have finished, had finished) the film.
126. Sheila and Arwin ( goes, went, go) to church every Sunday.
127. Vatican City (is, was, are) the smallest country in the world.
128. John and I ( played, play) basketball at the gym last night.
129. Jose Rizal ( is, was) our national hero.
130. I ( have lived , lived, had lived) in Catarman for twenty years.
131. The police officer ( had collected, collected, has collected ) the evidence before the media
people arrived.
132. The CACFNR-PAO ( has performed, performed) a dance number last Sunday.
133. By 2024, the University of Eastern Philippines ( shall have become, had become,
became) a world-class university.
134. Christine ( has received, received, will receive ) money from her mother next week.
135. The janitor ( find, found, will find ) a bag full of money early this morning.
136. I ( had finished , finish, have finished) the test before the bell rang.

Prepared by:

MICHAEL P. PECAYO, MALL

Subject Instructor Noted by:

PERLITA B. LOVERITA, DALL

Dean CAC