Oral Communication Practice Midterm Exam

What is the purpose of the conclusion paragraph of an informational essay?

• To come up with more information to share.

• To connect with the audience personally.

• To say "the end"

• To summarize the essay

What does "Small Group" communication refer to?

• Communication between 2 - 13 people

• Communication to an audience

• Communication through media outlets

• Thoughts and/or feelings in your head

What is meant by "Volume" in vocal elements?

• The speed at which you speak

• The loudness/quietness of your voice

• The emotion in your voice

• The movement of your body

What are "Physical Elements" in communication?

• The speed at which you speak

• The loudness of your voice

• Characteristics of your body while you speak

• The emotion in your voice

Which of the following is not an example of informational communication?

• Telling someone about your day.

• The news.

• Writing a report about something you learned.

• Writing a narrative.

What is the process used to interpret the message?

• Encode

• Decode

• Feedback

• Noise

What term describes anything that may distract from the message?

• Channel

• Feedback

• Noise

• Message

What is the response to the message called?

• Feedback

• Encode

• Channel

• Noise

Which of the following is a physical element?

• Volume

• Inflection

• Rate

• Gestures

What element is characterized by the loudness or softness of a voice?

• Monotone

• Volume

• Rate

• Inflection