ELAR Oral Communication and Media 3

Question 1

What does 'active listening' require a listener to do?

Accepted Answer

Focus fully on the speaker, process the message, and respond thoughtfully

Answer

Active listening involves full concentration, understanding, and thoughtful feedback rather than passive hearing.

Question 2

Which type of appeal relies on the speaker's credibility and trustworthiness?

Accepted Answer

Ethos

Answer

Ethos is the rhetorical appeal based on the speaker's character, expertise, or credibility.

Question 3

A 'call to action' in a persuasive speech is designed to:

Accepted Answer

Motivate the audience to take a specific action

Answer

A call to action urges the audience to do something specific as a result of the speech.

Question 4

Which camera shot type typically shows a subject from the waist up in video media?

Accepted Answer

Medium shot

Answer

A medium shot frames the subject from approximately the waist up, showing facial expressions and some body language.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a 'hook' at the beginning of a speech?

Accepted Answer

To grab the audience's attention and motivate them to listen

Answer

A hook is an opening strategy that captures audience interest immediately and makes them want to hear more.

(ELAR) English Language Arts and Reading Practice Test