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ENG 101 Communication Quiz

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 8mins

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Class
Date
1.

Identify the model of communication being exemplified in each situation.

"A politician delivers a campaign speech in a rural town. Understanding that the audience primarily comprises farmers and small business owners, the politician focuses on agricultural policies and local economic development. The speech is tailored to resonate with the concerns and interests of the audience, aiming to gain their support in the upcoming election."

a)

Aristotle's model

b)

Shannon-Weaver's model

c)

Osgood-Schramm model

d)

White's Stages of Oral Communication

2.

Identify the model of communication being exemplified in each situation.

A student is attending an online lecture, but due to poor audio quality, parts of the professor's explanation are garbled. The student struggles to understand the material thoroughly and eventually sends a message to the professor asking for clarification on the key points discussed. The professor responds with a more straightforward explanation via email, helping the student grasp the content better.

a)

Aristotle's model

b)

Shannon-Weaver's model

c)

Osgood-Schramm model

d)

White's Stages of Oral Communication

3.

Identify the model of communication being exemplified in each situation.

A doctor and a patient are discussing treatment options for a medical condition. Although the patient is unfamiliar with medical terminology, the doctor explains the procedures using simple language and relatable examples.

a)

Aristotle's model

b)

Shannon-Weaver's model

c)

Osgood-Schramm model

d)

White's Stages of Oral Communication

4.

Identify the model of communication being exemplified in each situation.

A teacher explains a complex topic during class. Observing students' reactions and noting any confusion, the teacher pauses to clarify and answer questions, ensuring the material is understood before continuing.

a)

Aristotle's model

b)

Shannon-Weaver's model

c)

Osgood-Schramm model

d)

White's Stages of Oral Communication

5.

Identify the model of communication being exemplified in each situation.

A software developer uses technical jargon to explain a new product's features to a marketing manager. The marketing manager, unfamiliar with the terms, finds it hard to understand.

a)

Aristotle's model

b)

Shannon-Weaver's model

c)

Osgood-Schramm model

d)

White's Stages of Oral Communication

6.

Determine what principle of ethical communication (NCA Credo) is referred to the situation.

"A student accurately presents climate change data from reliable sources, avoiding exaggeration and emotional language."

a)

truthfulness, accuracy, honesty, and reason

b)

freedom of expression, diversity of perspective, and tolerance of dissent

c)

condemnation of communication that degrades individuals and humanity

d)

accepting responsibility for the short and long-term consequences of our communication

7.

Determine what principle of ethical communication (NCA Credo) is referred to the situation.

"A company halts a campaign that includes stereotypes and issues a public apology, showing commitment to respectful communication."

a)

truthfulness, accuracy, honesty, and reason

b)

freedom of expression, diversity of perspective, and tolerance of dissent

c)

condemnation of communication that degrades individuals and humanity

d)

accepting responsibility for the short and long-term consequences of our communication

8.

Determine what principle of ethical communication (NCA Credo) is referred to the situation.

"In a debate, all participants share their views on immigration policy respectfully, even when opinions differ widely."

a)

truthfulness, accuracy, honesty, and reason

b)

freedom of expression, diversity of perspective, and tolerance of dissent

c)

condemnation of communication that degrades individuals and humanity

d)

accepting responsibility for the short and long-term consequences of our communication

9.

Determine what principle of ethical communication (NCA Credo) is referred to the situation.

"A journalist issues a retraction and apology after publishing misleading headlines that caused public panic, ensuring future accuracy."

a)

truthfulness, accuracy, honesty, and reason

b)

freedom of expression, diversity of perspective, and tolerance of dissent

c)

condemnation of communication that degrades individuals and humanity

d)

accepting responsibility for the short and long-term consequences of our communication

10.

Determine what principle of ethical communication (NCA Credo) is referred to the situation.

"After sharing a meme that spreads false information, a student deletes the post and publicly clarifies the truth to prevent further misunderstanding."

a)

truthfulness, accuracy, honesty, and reason

b)

freedom of expression, diversity of perspective, and tolerance of dissent

c)

condemnation of communication that degrades individuals and humanity

d)

accepting responsibility for the short and long-term consequences of our communication

11.

Language skills such as writing, reading, listening, and speaking are tools for analyzing and negotiating with the world.

a)

True

b)

False

12.

A successful personal and professional life does not require strong communication skills.

a)

True

b)

False

13.

The word 'ethics' comes from the Greek term 'ethos,' which refers to customs and habits.

a)

True

b)

False

14.

Communication is considered ethical if it damages human relations or promotes societal decadence.

a)

True

b)

False

15.

Ethical communication aims to enhance interactions and improve society's moral life.

a)

True

b)

False

16.

Identify what is being described in the statement below.

It is the endpoint of Aristotle's model of communication.

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17.

Identify what is being described in the statement below.

Time when the sender and receiver may apply different meanings to the same message.

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18.

Identify what is being described in the statement below.

This communication element may include culture, social background, experiences, values, beliefs, and rules.

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19.

Identify what is being described in the statement below.

The role of this element is to transmit and convert the message into signals.

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20.

Identify what is being described in the statement below.

This is the major contribution of Eugene White's Stages of Oral Communication. This may include verbal and non-verbal cues.

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