Oral vs Written Communication Quiz

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What is a defining feature that differentiates oral communication from written communication?

Use of complex grammar structures

Involvement of the speaker in the speech (correct)

Preference for passive voice

Absence of repetition

Which of the following structures is typically associated with formal oral communication?

Informal debates without time limits

Casual conversations among friends

Free-flowing exchanges without structure

Discussions led by a chairperson (correct)

What term describes the system of management in conversations where participants take turns speaking?

Conversational fillers

Discourse markers

Adjacency pairs

Turn-taking (correct)

Which characteristic is most likely to be present in spoken English rather than written English?

Use of hedges and vague terms Signup and view all the answers

What do adjacency pairs in conversation refer to?

Two utterances that respond to each other Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential characteristic of spoken communication?

More use of function words Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes discourse fillers used in oral communication?

Utterances used to indicate hesitation Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of spoken English commonly includes informal changes like slurring or contractions?

Casual conversations Signup and view all the answers

What primarily distinguishes casual conversations from debates?

Debates involve structured turns and sides. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a formal characteristic of spoken English?

First person narration and speaker involvement. Signup and view all the answers

How do speakers usually communicate their attitude in oral communication?

By varying intonation and pitch. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of feedback is essential for speakers during oral communication?

Speakers often adjust based on listener's gestures and expressions. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of encounters compared to conversations?

Encounters are pragmatically motivated. Signup and view all the answers

Which element is significant in distinguishing spoken language from written language?

Spoken language often uses varied intonation and stress. Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the practice of alternating speaking turns in a conversation?

Turn-taking. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement reflects a typical misconception students might have about spoken language?

Spoken language does not require audience awareness. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of discourse fillers in spoken language?

To provide hesitation and manage the flow of speech Signup and view all the answers

What are adjacency pairs in the context of conversation analysis?

Two utterances where the first prompts a predictable response Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best summarizes Grice's Cooperative Principle?

Conversational exchanges should aim for clarity and relevance Signup and view all the answers

What does the use of hedges in spoken language indicate?

A lack of confidence in the statement made Signup and view all the answers

What role do function words play in spoken discourse compared to lexical words?

They often outnumber lexical words leading to less lexical density Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the concept of turn-taking in conversations?

It refers to the management of who speaks and when during a conversation Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of ellipsis in conversation?

Omitting words that can be understood from context Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes body language in oral discourse?

It enhances meaning and provides additional context Signup and view all the answers