MAC 211

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1. Which of the following is a main research objective?

A. The economic value of honey beans

B. The marketing of locust bean products

C. The effect of fermented African locust bean flour on the nutritional properties of boiled cocoyam flour

D. The history of cocoyam farming

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2. What is the duration of articulation used to distinguish long and short vowels?

A. Speech accent

B. Sound pitch

C. Time duration

D. Phonetic weight

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3. What is the primary focus of the course "Fundamentals of Speech Communication"?

A. Basic concepts of speech and its formation

B. Advanced grammar rules

C. Written communication

D. Sign language techniques

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4. What does the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) help with?

A. Learning the exact pronunciation of words

B. Understanding the spelling of words

C. Identifying synonyms

D. Translating languages

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5. How many vowel sounds are there in English?

A. 24

B. 18

C. 22

D. 20

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6. How many monothongs are there in English?

A. 8

B. 24

C. 20

D. 12

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7. How many total phonemes does the English language have?

A. 44

B. 36

C. 26

D. 50

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8. What does the term "speech" refer to?

A. Communication in spoken words

B. Sign language communication

C. Written communication

D. Communication through gestures

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9. What is rhythm in speech primarily used for?

A. Increasing the volume of key points

B. Creating unity of sound and sense

C. Determining the pitch of the speaker

D. Lowering the tone for informal settings

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10. Which method is mentioned for determining moisture content in Chapter 3?

A. AOAC, 2019

B. FDA, 2020

C. Local market evaluation

D. WHO Guidelines

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11. What does vocal pitch refer to?

A. The highness or lowness of the speaker’s voice

B. The rhythm of the speech

C. The volume of the speaker’s voice

D. The quality or mood of the speaker’s voice

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12. What is the main purpose of analyzing the audience before a speech?

A. To create random speech content

B. To avoid selecting a topic

C. To rehearse in isolation

D. To adjust the speech subject to their preferences

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13. Which organ is also known as the voice box?

A. Epiglottis

B. Trachea

C. Larynx

D. Uvula

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14. Which of the following is NOT a stated specific objective?

A. To determine the fat content of supplemented roasted cocoyam flour

B. To analyze the marketing potential of cocoyam flour

C. To determine the ash content of supplemented roasted cocoyam flour

D. To determine the protein content of supplemented roasted cocoyam flour

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15. What is a specific objective for those working on proximate analysis?

A. To determine the moisture content of supplemented flour

B. To examine the historical uses of yam flour

C. To develop new recipes with cocoyam flour

D. To analyze market prices of locust beans

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16. Why is audience analysis crucial in speech development?

A. It eliminates the need for a central idea

B. It guarantees audience approval regardless of the delivery

C. It reduces the need for rehearsals

D. It helps the speaker choose a relevant topic and language of delivery

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17. How many consonant sounds are there in English?

A. 20

B. 22

C. 24

D. 26

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18. What are the "organs of speech" also called?

A. Phonemes

B. Vocalizers

C. Resonators

D. Articulators

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19. What is the first step in speech development?

A. Knowing your audience

B. Writing the conclusion

C. Preparing support materials

D. Memorizing the speech

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20. Which flour is researched for its effect when supplemented with African locust bean flour?

A. Roasted cocoyam flour

B. Cassava flour

C. Yam starch flour

D. Millet flour

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21. Which skill is improved by practicing extemporaneous speaking?

A. Spontaneity of delivery

B. Tone modulation

C. Writing fluency

D. Memorization

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22. What is phonological interference commonly referred to as?

A. Accent

B. Pronunciation flaw

C. Phonetic distortion

D. Dialectal shift

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23. What is the primary focus of the research objectives mentioned in the document?

A. Nutritional and chemical properties of flour blends

B. Cultural significance of beans

C. Market analysis of yam products

D. Health benefits of locust beans

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24. The upper gum ridge is also known as the:

A. Pharyngeal wall

B. Soft palate

C. Alveolar ridge

D. Uvula

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25. What differentiates a vowel from a consonant sound?

A. Vowels are always longer than consonants

B. Consonants use fewer speech organs

C. Vowels are articulated with no obstruction of airflow

D. Consonants are easier to pronounce

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26. What is a likely audience perception of a speaker who maintains an all-time loud voice?

A. Nervousness

B. Confidence

C. Professionalism

D. Clarity

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27. A phoneme is defined as:

A. A rule for grammar usage

B. A combination of words

C. The physical movement of speech organs

D. A separate unit of sound in a language

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28. What is the function of the diaphragm in speech?

A. Produces sound directly

B. Filters sound vibrations

C. Shapes sound into words

D. Controls airflow and supports vocalization

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29. Which of the following is a factor affecting the source of a message?

A. The audience’s mood

B. The occasion of the speech

C. The speaker’s knowledge level

D. The type of support materials used

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30. Which type of flour is included in the research objectives?

A. Fermented maize flour

B. Sorghum flour

C. Millet flour

D. Honey bean flour

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31. What type of banana is included in the research objectives?

A. Sweet banana flour

B. Green plantain flour

C. Ripe and unripe cooking banana flour

D. Overripe plantain flour

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32. What is a key factor that can undermine the effectiveness of a message?

A. Extensive use of verbal cues

B. Audience analysis

C. Use of anecdotes

D. Loss of meaning in the communication process

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33. Why is overcoming phonological interference important for communicators?

A. To sound more authoritative

B. To ensure clarity and audience engagement

C. To impress listeners with complex words

D. To conform to regional dialects

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34. Which theory suggests that knowledge equals eloquence?

A. Knowledge is Eloquence Theory

B. Sophist Theory

C. Able Man Theory

D. Methods Theory

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35. What market is mentioned for purchasing cocoyam in the proposal example?

A. Ede market

B. Ikole market

C. Mile 12 market

D. Oja market

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36. Which vocal quality determines how words are arranged to flow between stressed and unstressed elements?

A. Rhythm

B. Volume

C. Tempo

D. Pitch

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37. What type of banana is included in the research objectives?

A. Sorghum flour

B. Honey bean flour

C. Millet flour

D. Fermented maize flour

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38. The inclusion of qualitative characteristics in the Conceptual Framework ensures that:

A. Financial reports are both relevant and reliable

B. Stakeholders receive regular updates

C. Data is always complete and neutral

D. Financial statements comply with legal requirements

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39. Which of the following is NOT an organ of speech?

A. Teeth

B. Lungs

C. Liver

D. Tongue

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40. Why is choosing a specific subject matter important in speech development?

A. It eliminates the need for an outline

B. It ensures a broader audience reach

C. It reduces the need for audience analysis

D. It prevents unwieldiness and sharpens the focus of the presentation

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