ELAR Oral Communication and Media Literacy 3

Question 1

Which component of the communication process refers to the interference that distorts a message between sender and receiver?

Accepted Answer

Noise

Answer

Noise is any physical, psychological, or semantic interference that disrupts effective communication.

Question 2

A speaker uses the phrase 'Everyone is switching to this app' to persuade the audience. This is an example of which propaganda technique?

Accepted Answer

Bandwagon

Answer

The bandwagon technique pressures people to conform by implying that 'everyone' is doing something.

Question 3

When a speaker adapts vocabulary and examples based on the audience's age and background knowledge, this is called:

Accepted Answer

Audience analysis

Answer

Audience analysis involves studying the audience to tailor the message for maximum clarity and impact.

Question 4

A student reads a headline that says 'Experts Agree: New Diet Cures All Disease.' Which media literacy skill should they apply FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Question the vague use of 'experts' and seek primary sources

Answer

Media literacy requires questioning vague authority claims and verifying information through credible primary sources.

Question 5

In oral storytelling, which technique helps maintain audience engagement over a long narrative?

Accepted Answer

Varying pacing and using descriptive language

Answer

Varying pace and using vivid descriptions keeps listeners engaged and helps them visualize the story.

(ELAR) English Language Arts and Reading Practice Test