This document appears to be a midterm exam for a Purposive Communication course at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. The exam contains multiple choice questions testing students' understanding of communication concepts like verbal vs non-verbal communication, formal vs informal language, and intercultural communication topics. It also includes short answer questions where students must identify examples of communication concepts and develop a paragraph responding to a communication-related prompt. Overall, the exam aims to evaluate students' knowledge of fundamental communication principles covered in the course.
This document appears to be a midterm exam for a Purposive Communication course at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. The exam contains multiple choice questions testing students' understanding of communication concepts like verbal vs non-verbal communication, formal vs informal language, and intercultural communication topics. It also includes short answer questions where students must identify examples of communication concepts and develop a paragraph responding to a communication-related prompt. Overall, the exam aims to evaluate students' knowledge of fundamental communication principles covered in the course.
This document appears to be a midterm exam for a Purposive Communication course at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. The exam contains multiple choice questions testing students' understanding of communication concepts like verbal vs non-verbal communication, formal vs informal language, and intercultural communication topics. It also includes short answer questions where students must identify examples of communication concepts and develop a paragraph responding to a communication-related prompt. Overall, the exam aims to evaluate students' knowledge of fundamental communication principles covered in the course.
This document appears to be a midterm exam for a Purposive Communication course at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. The exam contains multiple choice questions testing students' understanding of communication concepts like verbal vs non-verbal communication, formal vs informal language, and intercultural communication topics. It also includes short answer questions where students must identify examples of communication concepts and develop a paragraph responding to a communication-related prompt. Overall, the exam aims to evaluate students' knowledge of fundamental communication principles covered in the course.
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Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Sta. Mesa, Manila
Midterm Examination GEED 10063 PURPOSIVE COMMUNICATION
Name: Jesus Yvanne C. Penequito III Year/Section: D.E.E.T. 1-1 Date: December 10 2022
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE DIRECTIONS: Write the letter of the correction answer on the space provided in the sentence. c 1. Communication is __________. It occurs within systems of interrelated and interacting parts.
a. Process b. Symbolic c. Systemic d. Meaning
A 2. __________ is assigned, given or invented, not received. It is the production of
meaning rather than the production of messages that identifies communication.
a. Meaning b. System c. Symbolic d. Process
B 3. Communication is ________. Therefore, symbols, verbal or non-verbal are the basis
of language.
a. Systematic b. Symbolic c. Meaningful d. A Process
c 4. What are Physical Barriers?
a. Individual differences, attitudes, interests and motivation levels that makes people perceive things and situations differently.
b. Faulty expressions, poor translation, verbosity, ambiguous words and inappropriate
vocabulary that happens during the process of communication.
c. When the source is not visible to the receiver and s/he is not comfortable in the environment, it may create barriers in communication.
d. When audio quality is poor or video signals are weak, the message may not clearly reach the target group.
A 5. In any type of communication, it is important that the objective of communication is
well defined, the level of language is kept simple, brief and clear.
a. Clarity of message. b. Reinforcement of ideas c. Feedback d. Motivation
6. Depending upon the type and objective of communication, selection of appropriate
channel is crucial for the success of communication. D a. Appropriate channel b. Motivation c. Feedback d. Proper environment
7. It is an integral component of any communication activity.
a. Proper environment C b. Clarity of message c. Feedback d. Reinforcement of ideas
8. Sitting arrangements, visibility of the source and relatively comfortable
A environment to facilitate communication is what strategy for effective communication?
a. Proper environment b. Clarity of message c. Feedback d. Reinforcement of ideas 9. It is for clarity of the message.
B a. Proper environment b. Clear words,sentences,paragraphs c. Feedback d. Reinforcement of ideas
10. To remove communication barriers, especially psychological and socio-cultural
barriers which must be considered.
B a. b. Appropriate channel Motivation c. Feedback d. Proper environment
11. An encoder is one who:
B a. Listens b. Speaks c. Actsof d. Reads
12. A decoder is a / an:
A a. Listener b. Actor c. Interpreter d. viewer 13. Feedback is shown by means of a. An action D b. A speech c. An interpretation d. All of the above 14. An example of a signal is a a. beautiful ring B b. hand showing stop c. flag in a post d. camera 15. One sleeps, is there any communication shown? a. Yes, there is. B b. No, there is none. c. I am not sure. d. Must move. II. DIRECTIONS: A. Write on the space provided whether the description in each number is verbal or non-verbal communication. Non-verbal _____________1. A Flag being waved Non-verbal _____________2. Wearing of a big shirt Verbal _____________3. Singing nice songs Verbal _____________4. Telling stories Verbal _____________5. Shouting Non-verbal _____________6. Raising eyebrows Non-verbal _____________7. Sending emoticons Non-verbal _____________8. A nod Non-verbal _____________9. Thumbs up Verbal _____________10.Calling using a phone
II. B. Directions: Write formal or. Informal
Informal ____________11. Scram or go away Informal ____________ 12. Bro Formal _____________13. Insert Informal _____________14. Put off Formal _____________15. Also II.C. Directions: Put slash sign if you consider the statement correct/related to the topic. On Intercultural communication / _____________ 16. Linguistics / _____________ 17.ethnic / _____________ 18. Social / _____________ 19. Gender / _____________ 20 Educational background On World Englishes _____________ 21.lexicon / _____________ 22.pronunciation / _____________ 23. Speech / _____________ 24. Cultures _____________ 25.Phonology
III. Develop a paragraph of 7 -10 sentences:
Topic: This course leads/ does not lead to best developed professionals.
This course leads to best developed professionals. Why? Due to its huge exposure, use of several channels, and tendency to generate gradual rather than drastic change, it is likely to be effective in changing behavior over time. More than merely conversing with someone for a specific cause is required for purposeful communication. It will improve everyone's abilities and can be put to use at work. We are all aware of the critical significance that communication plays in our everyday lives. Communication abilities at work may help you build stronger relationships with your employees, become more effective managers, and advance your career. Additionally, this ability is useful when presenting information about goods and services to clients as well as coworkers. Even at work, communication may help you become more productive. It’s all because of this course.
