Department of Education

Region I
Schools Division Office I of Pangasinan
OLEA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Malasiqui, Pangasinan

NAME: __________________________________________________
GRADE & SECTION: ______________________________________
Read each statement carefully. Choose and CIRCLE the letter of the correct answer
1. It is the idea being transmitted by the sender to the receiver. It includes three aspects — content, structure, and style.
A. Channel C. Message
B. Feedback D. Sender
2. It is the response or reaction given by the receiver to the sender of the message.
A. Channel C. Message
B. Feedback D. Sender
3. It is a situation where communication takes place.
A. Both sender and receiver need to exchange messages.
B. The receiver interprets the message.
C. The sender recognizes the communication style of the other.
D. The sender translates the message into a perceivable form.
4. It is the exchange of thoughts, messages, or information through speech, signal, writing, or behavior.
A. Channel C. Language
B. Communication D. Message
5. This is the group of basic elements of communication.
1. source 2. destination 3. medium 4. language
A. 1234 C. 2 and 3 only
B. 123 only D. 1 and 2 only
6. It is characterized by being a “selective” listener.
A. Tom asks questions to seek greater understanding.
B. Rina changes the subject from time to time.
C. Jay displays an blank look.
D. Ana gives feedback to acknowledge the speaker’s emotion.
7. The most effective form of communication is always through words.
A. Yes, because through words we are allowed to explain ourselves.
B. Yes, because there are always words to express what we want to say.
C. No, because words can be abused by people and can cause hurt or confusion.
D. No, because words can inhibit people from saying/declaring the truth.
8. It is defined as any communication that uses spoken or written words to convey a message.
A. non-verbal communication
B. oral Communication
C. verbal Communication
D. written Communication
9. It is a type of communication that does NOT use words in expressing a message.
A. non-verbal communication
B. oral Communication
C. verbal Communication
D. written Communication
10. It is the nature of communication.
1. Communication is a process.
2. Communication occurs between two or more people.
3. Communication can be expressed through words or actions.
4. Communication portrays sympathy.

A. 1234 C. 2 and 3 only

B. 123 only D. 1 and 2 only
11. It is the meaning of the statement “Communication is a process”.
A. Communication consists of discrete and separate acts.
B. Communication has clear beginning and ending points.
C. Communication is dynamic, ongoing and continuous.
D. Communication resembles still pictures more than motion picture.
 12. It refers to the communicator or the source of information.
A. inceptor C. receiver
B. originator D. sender
13. The following are forms of non-verbal communication EXCEPT one.
A. E-mail C. Road signs
B. Eye blink D. Thumbs-up sign
14. It is a communication process used by Teacher Jenny when she would like to ask Marco some details
about the upcoming quiz bee.
A. activating the stimulus C. encoding the message
B. decoding the message D. giving a feedback
15. It refers to the response to a verbal or non-verbal message.
A. Answer C. Receipt
B. Feedback D. Reply
16. It happens when the sender fails to communicate his/her message properly or when the intended mes-
sage is not clearly understood by the receiver.
A. communication
B. communication barrier
C. strategies to avoid communication barriers
D. process of communication
17. It refers to the natural or environmental conditions that hinder a successful communication transaction.
A. cultural barrier
B. external noise
C. physical barrier
D. psychological barrier
18. These are issues like trauma, lack of confidence, fear, anger, frustration, and depression that may affect
the communication process.
A. external Noise
B. linguistic barrier
C. psychological barrier
D. semantic Noise
19. It refers to the way a person responds in a communication situation affected by personal norms and tradi-
tions.
A. cultural barrier
B. linguistic barrier
C. physical barrier
D. psychological barrier
20. This is an example when linguistic barrier to communication becomes evident.
A. A professor explains his lessons eloquently in class.
B. Elena is afraid to deliver her opening remarks.
C. People do not understand each other’s language.
D. The transmitter disrupted the speech of Ms. Speaker.
21. This is one of the reasons why cultural diversity can make communication inefficient.
A. Cultural diversity allows people to be unique and original.
B. Different culture interpret words, gestures, and symbols differently.
C. Traditions propagate through the preservation of norms and values.
D. Values of people reflect
22. It is the main cause of semantic noise.
A. jeepneys beeping
B. constructing building
C. using excessive technical jargon
D. people talking too loud
23. Which best defines NOISE in the context of communication?
A. It is the sound of karaoke from your neighbor.
B. It is any sound that occurs during the communication process.
C. It is a sound that blocks or interferes communication situations.
D. It is anything that interferes with the communication.
 24. Which of the following is an example of psychological barrier?
A. ability to read minds
B. dissatisfaction to customer service
C. inattentiveness to detail
D. poor listening skills
25. Which factors are considered cultural barriers to communication?
A. economic status, age, and gender
B. ethics, standards, and grammar
C. politics, administration and government
D. religion, World Meanings, and Philosophy
26. Why does communication breakdown occur?
A. because the information is overloading.
B. because of lack of attention among the audiences or receivers.
C. because the listener or receiver has a very short attention span.
D. All of the above
27. Which does NOT belong to the group?
A. external noise
B. internal noise
C. semantic noise
D. verbal noise
28. “Mrs. Erlinda was invited as a speaker during the National Women’s Month. She talked about Gender
Equality. She delivered her speech for almost 1 hour with more than 50 slides. The audience appeared uneasy
and seemed uninterested after 20 minutes.”
What barrier of communication is evident in this situation?
A. cultural barrier
B. linguistic barrier
C. physiological Barrier
D. psychological Barrier
29. Which communication situation displays physiological barrier?
A. The General Parents and Teachers Association (GPTA) president felt nervous when he started to speak in front
of all the parents and guardians.
B. The Municipal Agriculture officer is discussing certain agricultural crops management procedure in a commu-
nity that is not very familiar with the topic.
C. The newly designated general manager of the restaurant was a bit hesitant to talk with the guests.
D. The research teacher discusses with his students about the problem when a song was played loudly from the
other classroom.
30. Which situation BEST exemplifies communication breakdown?
A. adjusting your language depending on the people you are talking to
B. incorrect labeling of handouts to be used in product distribution
C. listening to your friend’s heartaches and unsuccessful love stories
D. looking for the positive characteristics or strengths of a speaker
31. You provided reassuring and comforting words to a friend who was feeling down.
A. Dyad Communication
B. Public Communication
C. Mass Communication
D. Interpersonal Communication
32. You are having a discussion with your group mates on how to finish the assigned task.
A. Public Communication
B. Small group communication
C. Dyad Communication
D. Interpersonal Communication
33. Karen thinks about the things she did the whole day and writes them in her journal.
A. Intrapersonal
B. Dyad
C. Mass Communication
D. Small Group
34. The TV news anchor is giving the latest news update.
A. Public communication
B. Mass communication
C. Interpersonal Communication
D. Intrapersonal Communication
 35. Group 5 discussed the effects of social media on communication skills.
A. Intrapersonal communication
B. Interpersonal communication
C. Mass Communication
D. Public Communication
36. In intrapersonal communication, the message is made up of your thoughts and feelings.
A. True
B. False
37. In small group communication, all participants can freely share ideas in a loose and open discussion.
A. True
B. False
38. Participating in the declamation, oration, debate or story telling activity is an example of small group communica-
tion.
A. True
B. False
39. To become an effective public speaker, you have to be yourself while you are on stage and speak in the way that
you will easily be understood by your audience.
A. True
B. False
40. Just like in small group communication, the channel in public communication should not be exaggerated.
A. True
B. False

II. Identify the function of communication in each of the following situations

• Regulation and Control
• Social Interaction
• Information Dissemination
• Motivation
• Emotional Expression
_____________________41. The Teacher reads and discusses classroom policies to her students.
_____________________42. Ross greets Rachel; they start talking about their plans for the holidays.
_____________________43. Phoebe shared her insights on how to live peacefully despite a complicated life.
_____________________44. Monica shares her personal frustrations with chandler.
_____________________45. The Geometry teacher Lectures about mathematical concepts.
___________________ _46. Sheila delivers her valedictory speech.
____________________47. The President delivers his last State of the Nation Address.
____________________48. A television personality thanks the supportive moviegoers during an interview.
____________________49. The city mayor presents her strategies to execute the plans in a public forum.
____________________50. A tourist guide orients a group of tourists about a heritage site.