Oral Communication - Grade 11
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What best describes an extemporaneous speech?

  • A speech that is delivered with no prior preparation
  • A speech that involves a detailed script read verbatim
  • A speech that is composed spontaneously during delivery
  • A speech where the speaker has ample time to prepare and outlines the topic (correct)

Which type of competence involves recognizing breakdowns in communication?

  • Discourse Competence
  • Linguistic Competence
  • Sociolinguistic Competence
  • Strategic Competence (correct)

What should not be considered when choosing a topic for a speech?

  • The current events happening in the world (correct)
  • The speaker's own interests and experiences
  • The characteristics of the audience
  • The kind of occasion the speech is for

Which of the following describes a key aspect of communicative competence?

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What is an important principle of speech writing when considering the audience?

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Which type of speech act involves expressing an emotion?

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What are the two types of stimuli mentioned?

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In the process of reception, which of the following senses is NOT directly involved?

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Which locution is an example of a directive speech act?

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What is the primary function of perlocution in speech acts?

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Which type of delivery involves reading from a prepared manuscript?

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What does the term discrimination refer to in the context of stimuli?

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What is the conventional force associated with an assertive speech act?

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What is the primary focus of intrapersonal communication?

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Which stage in the ideation process specifically allows for the development of ideas before articulating them?

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What distinguishes dyadic communication from small group communication?

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What role does feedback play in the intrapersonal communication process?

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What is a key characteristic of interpersonal communication?

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Which aspect of speech context pertains specifically to individual interpretation of communication?

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How is symbol encoding best described in the communicative process?

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What type of speech delivery is primarily influenced by the communicative context?

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What is the primary characteristic of intrapersonal communication?

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Which speech style is characterized by its use between two very close individuals?

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What role does life orientation play in communication?

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In what context is public communication primarily used?

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Which of the following best describes the frozen speech style?

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What type of communication framework emphasizes self-communication?

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Which of the following best illustrates consultative speech style?

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In mass media communication, how is information primarily exchanged?

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What is the primary purpose of topic control in a conversation?

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Which best defines 'turn-taking' in a communication context?

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What does topic shifting entail during a conversation?

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Which of the following describes the reception of information in effective communication?

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In what scenario is termination most effectively utilized within a conversation?

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What is recommended as a means of sourcing information for a speech?

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Which type of speech is primarily intended to explain or clarify a subject?

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What does the term 'repair' refer to in communication?

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What is the primary goal of a persuasive speech?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a basic principle of effective speech delivery?

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What is advised regarding the organization of speech contents?

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Which of the following actions is key to effective speech delivery?

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Entertainment speeches primarily aim to:

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Which practice is recommended during speech delivery for engaging the audience?

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What is an inappropriate behavior during speech delivery?

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To effectively outline a speech, one should:

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Flashcards

Intrapersonal Communication

Communication with oneself, using self-talk and reflection.

Interpersonal Communication

Communication between two or more people.

Public Communication

Communication between a single speaker and a group of listeners; often formal with entertaining content.

Speech Context

The situation or environment where a speech takes place.

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Mass Media Communication

Sharing information with large groups of people using various media.

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Dyadic Communication

Communication between two people.

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Small Group Communication

Communication among three or more people.

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Intimate Speech Style

Close relationships use a relaxed language style.

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Casual Speech Style

Everyday language between friends.

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Ideation

The process of thinking, planning, and organizing messages.

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Consultative Speech Style

Spoken language with background information, where both speaker and listener contribute.

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Symbol Encoding

Turning thoughts into words and actions.

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Formal Speech Style

Complete sentences and language used formally.

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Incubation

Thinking and developing ideas further.

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Frozen Speech Style

Unchanging language used in rituals or traditions.

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Communicative Competence

The ability to use language effectively to interact.

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Linguistic Competence

Knowledge of words and grammar.

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Sociolinguistic Competence

Understanding the social and cultural context of language.

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Discourse Competence

Skill in holding conversations effectively.

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Strategic Competence

Skill in recognizing and managing communication breakdowns.

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Stimuli (Internal/External)

Events or factors that trigger a response, either from inside your body or from the outside environment.

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Speech Act

Actions performed through communication, expressing attitudes.

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Locution

The literal meaning of a sentence.

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Illocution

The intended force or purpose of a sentence.

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Perlocution

The effect or outcome of a speech act on the receiver.

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Assertive Speech Act

A speech act used to inform or state something.

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Directive Speech Act

A speech act used to get someone to do something.

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Commissive Speech Act

A speech act involving a commitment to a future action.

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Topic Control

Keeping the conversation on a specific subject throughout the discussion. Like sticking to a road map.

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Topic Shifting

Changing the conversation's subject to a different one without explicitly announcing the change. Like taking a detour.

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Turn-Taking

Allowing all participants to have an equal opportunity to speak in a conversation. Like taking turns on a swing.

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Speech (Purpose)

A spoken communication delivered to an audience with a specific objective. Like a message with a destination.

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Expository Speech

A speech that aims to explain, describe, or clarify a topic. Like a guide explaining a complex map.

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Conversation Sourcing

Finding information for a speech by interviewing people, researching, reading, or brainstorming. Like collecting ingredients for a recipe.

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Conversation Repair

The ability to fix communication problems and modify messages when misunderstandings occur. Like fixing a broken connection.

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Conversation Termination

Ending a conversation in a way that leaves both parties satisfied and feeling like the discussion is complete. Like a well-written ending to a story.

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Persuasive Speech

A speech aiming to change the audience's behavior or attitude, often expressing a desire, need, or cultural goal.

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Entertainment Speech

A speech intended to create a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for the audience, often in a social setting like a dinner or banquet.

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Outlining a Speech

Creating a structured plan for a speech, including main topics and supporting arguments.

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Speech Delivery Tips (Positive)

Factors that enhance speech delivery, such as direct eye contact, a positive attitude, and clear pronunciation.

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Speech Delivery Tips (Negative)

Factors that undermine effective speech delivery, like making faces, excessive fidgeting, or inappropriate posture.

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Speech Delivery - Visual Posture

The way a speaker presents their body, including posture, facial expressions, and gestures.

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Speech Delivery - Voice Quality

The clarity and tone of a speaker's voice, encompassing diction, pronunciation, and enunciation.

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Speech Delivery - Aplomb

Delivering a speech with confidence, poise, and composure.

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Study Notes

Oral Communication - Grade 11

  • Speech Context: Refers to the situation, environment, and circumstances of communication.
  • Intrapersonal Communication: The speaker is both the sender and receiver. Messages involve the speaker's ideas and emotions, often using internal self-feedback. Examples include daydreaming, deciding on something, or critically evaluating a speaker/artwork.
  • Interpersonal Communication: Two or more people exchange information, feelings, and meaning through verbal and nonverbal messages. Dyadic communication involves two people; small group communication involves more than two people; public communication involves a single speaker and an audience; and mass media refers to large-scale information dissemination.
  • Speech Styles:
    • Intimate: Used in very close, personal relationships.
    • Casual: Everyday language among friends.
    • Consultative: Used in consultations (e.g., doctor-patient).
    • Formal: Used in formal settings where precise language is needed, such as classroom lectures.
    • Frozen: Constant language used in traditions and unchanging contexts.
  • Speech Acts: Different actions through communication (e.g., assertive, directive, commissive, expressive, declarative).
  • Communicative Strategies: Ability to use language effectively in social and cultural contexts, including word knowledge (linguistic competence), knowledge of social conventions (sociolinguistic competence), and conversation skills (discourse competence). Additional skills include understanding communication breakdowns (strategic competence).
  • Interpersonal Communication Process: Includes:
    • Nomination: Establishing a common topic for conversation.
    • Restriction: Limiting the conversation to a specific topic.
    • Turn-taking: Providing the opportunity to all participants to speak.
    • Topic control: Maintaining focus on a topic.
    • Topic shifting: Changing the conversation's focus to a new topic.
    • Repair: Addressing communication breakdowns or misunderstandings.
    • Termination: Bringing the conversation to a close.

Speech Delivery

  • Speech according to delivery:
    • Reading from a manuscript: Prepared speech delivered word-for-word.
    • Memorized speech: Learned speech delivered word-for-word, requiring significant memorization.
    • Impromptu speech: Spontaneous speech delivered with little to no preparation.
    • Extemporaneous Speech: Prepared speech based on an outline, allowing for flexibility during delivery.
  • Speech according to purpose:
    • Expository/Informative: Explains or clarifies an idea.
    • Persuasive: Aims to influence the audience's opinions or actions.
    • Entertainment: Aims to amuse and entertain the audience.
  • Principles of Speech Writing: Select topics appropriate to the audience and occasion; analyze target audience needs and characteristics; source information effectively from multiple sources (e.g., interviews, observations, readings).
  • Speech delivery tips: Eye contact, appropriate facial expressions (not overly exaggerated), relaxed hand and body posture, audible voice, clarity of diction, pronunciation, and enunciation.

Effective Speech Delivery

  • Tips for effective speech delivery: Direct eye contact, using pleasant facial expressions, relaxed hands and posture, speaking audibly with good pronunciation and enunciation, confident delivery.
  • Visual cues: Making appropriate facial expressions, and managing body language to appear confident and interested.
  • Avoid distracting mannerisms: Do not fidget with personal objects, wet lips repeatedly, crack knuckles, or make unusual faces.

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This quiz explores various aspects of oral communication for Grade 11 students. It covers speech contexts, types of communication like intrapersonal and interpersonal, and different speech styles from intimate to formal. Test your understanding of how these elements interact in effective communication.

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