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WorksheetsEnglish 8: Effective Communication (Writing and Speech)
Total questions: 80
Worksheet time: 49mins
A. Click the best answer.
Communication is the process by which a sender sends the ______ to the receiver.
message
feedback
A. Click the best answer.
_________ initiates communication.
sender
receiver
both
A. Click the best answer.
The _____ is a process of converting the message into communication symbols.
Decoding
Encoding
Feedback
A. Click the best answer.
The _____ is where and how the message is conveyed.
channel
feedback
A. Click the best answer.
The _____ is decoded by the receiver.
channel
feedback
message
A. Click the best answer.
The _____ is encoded by the receiver.
channel
feedback
message
A. Click the best answer.
The _____ is encoded by the sender.
channel
feedback
message
B. True or False
The listener in the communication process should always check for understanding by asking questions or repeating what was heard.
TRUE
FALSE
B. True or False
There is communication without the receiver understanding the message.
TRUE
FALSE
B. True or False
The receiver sends feedback after decoding or interpreting the message.
True
False
B. True or False
The use of faulty equipment is a barrier at both the sender and receiver.
True
False
B. True or False
An effective communication can be done verbal or nonverbal as long as the receiver decodes the message correctly.
TRUE
FALSE
B. True or False
The communication process will be less effective, productive,
and interactive if there are no noises present.
True
False
B. True or False
The appropriate use of jargon is a major barrier in communication.
True
False
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
raining sounds during a conversation
Psychological noise
Physiological noise
Physical noise
Semantic noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
blindness / deafness
Psychological noise
Physiological noise
Physical noise
Semantic noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
mispronunciation of a word
Psychological noise
Physiological noise
Physical noise
Semantic noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
different religion
Psychological noise
Physiological noise
Physical noise
Semantic noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
technical problems / internet connectiviy issue
Psychological noise
Physiological noise
Physical noise
Semantic noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
sick / hungry
Psychological noise
Physiological noise
Physical noise
Semantic noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
wrong sentence formation
Psychological noise
Physiological noise
Physical noise
Semantic noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
using idiomatic expressions
Physical Noise
Psychological Noise
Pysiological Noise
Semantic Noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
different political view of the speaker from his/her audience
Psychological noise
Physiological noise
Physical noise
Semantic noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
honking of cars
Psychological noise
Physiological noise
Physical noise
Semantic noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
using jargon words
Psychological noise
Physiological noise
Physical noise
Semantic noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
Ela is very sick, and she is taking a rest at home. She calls her husband to bring some medicines, and they interact on a mobile phone. She cannot speak well because of her runny nose.
Physical Noise
Psychological Noise
Physiological Noise
Semantic Noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
Jane is having difficulty in understanding "Florante at Laura"
because the author used figurative language / conotative meaning.
Physical Noise
Psychological Noise
Physiological Noise
Semantic Noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
The teacher was giving instructions to her online students
when she got disconnected from the internet.
Physical Noise
Psychological Noise
Physiological Noise
Semantic Noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
Ela is a Muslim girl, and she does not like to listen to any criticism of Islam. Therefore, she became distracted when her lecturer was talking about anti-Islam issues.
Physical Noise
Psychological Noise
Physiological Noise
Semantic Noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
Lito received a failing mark on Trigonometric Functions. During the discussion, he cannot focus well because of the construction noise near their house.
Physical Noise
Psychological Noise
Physiological Noise
Semantic Noise
C. Identify the type of noise presented in each scenario.
Jenna cannot focused on what she is reading because she feels frustrated on the Math grade that she received.
Physical Noise
Psychological Noise
Physiological Noise
Semantic Noise
D. Based on the situation, complete the process of communication. Click the picture for the process.
What is letter A (Sender)?
Your teacher posted a homework via Schoology. You read his instructions on how to do it. After a while, you were able to answer all the homework and submit it.
the student
Schoology
homework
the teacher
D. Based on the situation, complete the process of communication. Click the picture for the process.
What is letter C & F (Channel)?
Your teacher posted a homework via Schoology. You read his instructions on how to do it. After a while, you were able to answer all the homework and submit it.
the student
Schoology
homework
the teacher
Based on the situation, complete the process of communication. Click the picture for the process.
What is letter D (Receiver)?
Your teacher posted a homework via Schoology. You read his instructions on how to do it. After a while, you were able to answer all the homework and submit it.
the student
Schoology
homework
the teacher
Based on the situation, complete the process of communication. Click the picture for the process.
What is letter B (Message)?
Your teacher posted a homework via Schoology. You read his instructions on how to do it. After a while, you were able to answer all the homework and submit it.
the student
answer
homework
the teacher
Based on the situation, complete the process of communication. Click the picture for the process.
What is letter E (feedback)?
Your teacher posted a homework via Schoology. You read his instructions on how to do it. After a while, you were able to answer all the homework and submit it.
the student
answer
homework
the teacher
Based on the situation, complete the process of communication. Click the picture for the process.
What is letter E?
A customer sent via FB Messenger asking about the menu to the sales agent. The sales agent received and understood the question. She sent a list of products and their prices t to the customer.
customer
sales agent
list of products and their prices
menu
Based on the situation, complete the process of communication. Click the picture for the process.
What is letter B?
A customer sent via FB Messenger asking about the menu to the sales agent. The sales agent received and understood the question. She sent a list of products and their prices t to the customer.
customer
sales agent
list of products and their prices
asking for the menu
Based on the situation, complete the process of communication. Click the picture for the process.
What is letter A?
A customer sent via FB Messenger asking about the menu to the sales agent. The sales agent received and understood the question. She sent a list of products and their prices t to the customer.
customer
sales agent
list of products and their prices
asking for the menu
Based on the situation, complete the process of communication. Click the picture for the process.
What is letter D?
A customer sent via FB Messenger asking about the menu to the sales agent. The sales agent received and understood the question. She sent a list of products and their prices t to the customer.
customer
sales agent
list of products and their prices
asking for the menu
All are characteristics of the introduction of an informative essay EXCEPT ___.
It contains the hook and the thesis statement.
The topic is introduced here.
The supporting details are explained here.
It sets the tone of the essay.
All can be used as HOOK of an informative essay EXCEPT ___.
anecdote
quotations
statistics
summary
Why do we need to include the background information of the topic in the introduction?
to get the attention of the readers
to give the claim
to tell the importance of the topic
to discuss the evidences
All are parts of the THESIS STATEMENT of an informative essay EXCEPT ___.
anecdote
argument
limitations of the scope of discussion
order of ideas to be discussed
Why does the body have the longest part of informative writing?
to tell the result or consequence based on the thesis statement
to review the main idea of the thesis statement in different words
to explain the arguments with supporting details and experiences
to get the attention of the reader
In the MIDDLE SENTENCE of the conclusion in informative writing,
you should _______.
tell the result or consequence based on the thesis statement
review the main idea of the thesis statement in different words
explain the arguments with supporting details and experiences
review the body paragraph
In the FIRST SENTENCE of the conclusion in informative writing,
you should _______.
tell the result or consequence based on the thesis statement
review the main idea of the thesis statement in different words
explain the arguments with supporting details and experiences
review the body paragraph
In the LAST SENTENCE of the conclusion in informative writing,
you should _______.
tell the result or consequence based on the thesis statement
review the main idea of the thesis statement in different words
explain the arguments with supporting details and experiences
review the body paragraph
Arrange the steps in choosing your topic for informative speech.
Arrange the steps in researching your topic for an informative speech.
Why do you need to make an outline for our informative speech?
to be organized with our ideas
to share more information
to explain all the information we have researched
What is a claim?
In which part of the essay should contain the hook?
In which part of the essay should contain the claim?
What are the body paragraphs meant to do?
To explain the reasons.
Where should the thesis (what you will inform us about) for your informative essay be located?
the intro paragraph, middle sentence
the body, middle paragraph
the conclusion, middle sentence
the intro paragraph, last sentence
What 3 elements are included in your introduction?
Hook, Thesis statement, Opinion
Hook, Background information, and Thesis Statement
Hook, Evidence, Resources
What types of an informative essays should you use for this situation?
You need to write on how to troubleshoot technical problems in Google Meet.
Cause and Effect
Process
Descriptive
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
What type of informative essay should you use for this situation?
You will write about the beautiful places that you can visit in Japan.
Cause and Effect
Process
Descriptive
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
What type of informative essay should you use for this situation?
You will write about garbage pollution and will give suggestions on collecting and proper disposal of it.
Cause and Effect
Process
Descriptive
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
What type of informative essay should you use for this situation?
You will write about the reasons for students' stress
and its effect on the student's academic performance.
Cause and Effect
Process
Descriptive
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
What type of informative essay should you use for this situation?
You will write about the similarities and differences of ebook and printed books.
Cause and Effect
Process
Descriptive
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
What type of informative essay ?
shows a relationship between the cause of something
and the effect that follows as a result
Cause and Effect
Process
Descriptive
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
What type of informative essay ?
shows a problem and then suggests one or more solutions
Cause and Effect
Process
Descriptive
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
What type of informative essay ?
shows a description of a person, place, or thing in such a way that a picture is
formed in the reader's mind
Cause and Effect
Process
Descriptive
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
What type of informative essay ?
shows the step-by-step directions or guidance in doing something
Cause and Effect
Process
Descriptive
Compare and Contrast
Problem and Solution
Few inventions have had such a large and important impact on the world as the traffic light. Almost every person uses traffic lights every day. And while it may be frustrating at times to be stopped by many red lights in a row, they serve an important purpose. Without them, streets and highways would be a crazy nightmare. Traffic lights greatly improved automobile travel by managing traffic effectively, creating a safer driving environment, and reducing travel times.
What color is the sentence that is the thesis statement?
red
blue
white
green
Read the short essay. Complete the outline.
I. Introduction
A. Topic Introduction: ___________
The incredible thing about television is that characters have the potential to be represented in a million different ways.
Unfortunately, producers tend to stick to the same few archetypes and tropes.
As such, it is no surprise that television follows a few patterns and stereotypes when it comes to portraying intelligence.
Read the short essay. Complete the outline.
I. Introduction
B. Thesis Statement: ___________
The incredible thing about television is that characters have the potential to be represented in a million different ways.
Unfortunately, producers tend to stick to the same few archetypes and tropes.
As such, it is no surprise that television follows a few patterns and stereotypes when it comes to portraying intelligence.
Read the short essay. Complete the outline.
II. Body
A. First Point: ___________
characters with limited abilities to help the protagonist
the socially awkward genius
the one that is constantly picked on
Read the short essay. Complete the outline.
II. Body
B. Second Point: ___________
characters with limited abilities to help the protagonist
the socially awkward genius
the one that is constantly picked on
Read the short essay. Complete the outline.
II. Body
C. Last Point: ___________
characters with limited abilities to help the protagonist
the socially awkward genius
the one that is constantly picked on
Read the short essay. Complete the outline.
III. Conclusion
C. Last Point: ___________
The characters who are presented in the media shouldn’t have their intelligence be their defining characteristic.
Smart people aren’t as unique as television makes them out to be.
They should not be marveled at like zoo animals or be used as an easy target.
What is the purpose of an outline for your informative essay?
How can you be an effective communicator? Give at least two (2) characteristics.
Why do you need to do research for your informative speech?
Can two (2) people with different languages have effective communication?
Why or why not?
