ELAR Oral Communication and Media 5

Question 1

Which of the following is the BEST example of an informative speech purpose?

Accepted Answer

Teaching the audience how photosynthesis works

Answer

An informative speech aims to increase the audience's knowledge or understanding of a topic without persuading.

Question 2

What is 'clickbait' in digital media?

Accepted Answer

Misleading headlines or thumbnails designed to trick users into clicking for views

Answer

Clickbait uses sensationalized or misleading content to generate clicks, often without delivering on the implied promise.

Question 3

During group discussion, a student who summarizes what others have said before adding their own point is using which skill?

Accepted Answer

Synthesis and building on others' ideas

Answer

Summarizing others' points before contributing demonstrates active listening and helps the group build ideas collaboratively.

Question 4

Which term describes the intended viewers, listeners, or readers a media product is designed for?

Accepted Answer

Target audience

Answer

The target audience is the specific group of consumers a media product is created to reach and appeal to.

Question 5

What does 'source credibility' mean when evaluating information from a speech or media?

Accepted Answer

The trustworthiness and expertise behind the information

Answer

Source credibility refers to the reliability, authority, and accuracy of whoever produced the information.

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