MAC 211

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

A. Sound pitch

B. Speech accent

C. Time duration

D. Phonetic weight

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

A. Data is always complete and neutral

B. Financial reports are both relevant and reliable

C. Financial statements comply with legal requirements

D. Stakeholders receive regular updates

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

A. Fermented maize flour

B. Sorghum flour

C. Honey bean flour

D. Millet flour

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

A. Articulators

B. Vocalizers

C. Phonemes

D. Resonators

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

A. Clarity

B. Confidence

C. Nervousness

D. Professionalism

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

A. Written communication

B. Basic concepts of speech and its formation

C. Sign language techniques

D. Advanced grammar rules

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

A. Health benefits of locust beans

B. Nutritional and chemical properties of flour blends

C. Market analysis of yam products

D. Cultural significance of beans

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

A. Pitch

B. Tempo

C. Rhythm

D. Volume

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9. Why is overcoming phonological interference important for communicators?

A. To impress listeners with complex words

B. To sound more authoritative

C. To conform to regional dialects

D. To ensure clarity and audience engagement

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10. Which skill is improved by practicing extemporaneous speaking?

A. Spontaneity of delivery

B. Memorization

C. Writing fluency

D. Tone modulation

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11. 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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12. How many total phonemes does the English language have?

A. 50

B. 26

C. 44

D. 36

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

A. Trachea

B. Epiglottis

C. Uvula

D. Larynx

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

A. To rehearse in isolation

B. To create random speech content

C. To avoid selecting a topic

D. To adjust the speech subject to their preferences

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15. A phoneme is defined as:

A. A rule for grammar usage

B. A separate unit of sound in a language

C. A combination of words

D. The physical movement of speech organs

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

A. Roasted cocoyam flour

B. Cassava flour

C. Millet flour

D. Yam starch flour

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

A. Teeth

B. Lungs

C. Tongue

D. Liver

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18. How many consonant sounds are there in English?

A. 20

B. 22

C. 26

D. 24

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

A. Loss of meaning in the communication process

B. Extensive use of verbal cues

C. Audience analysis

D. Use of anecdotes

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20. Which theory suggests that knowledge equals eloquence?

A. Able Man Theory

B. Methods Theory

C. Sophist Theory

D. Knowledge is Eloquence Theory

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

A. Ede market

B. Oja market

C. Mile 12 market

D. Ikole market

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22. 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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23. How many monothongs are there in English?

A. 24

B. 8

C. 12

D. 20

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24. What is the first step in speech development?

A. Memorizing the speech

B. Knowing your audience

C. Writing the conclusion

D. Preparing support materials

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

A. The speaker’s knowledge level

B. The type of support materials used

C. The occasion of the speech

D. The audience’s mood

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

A. It ensures a broader audience reach

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

C. It reduces the need for audience analysis

D. It eliminates the need for an outline

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

A. Ripe and unripe cooking banana flour

B. Green plantain flour

C. Sweet banana flour

D. Overripe plantain flour

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

A. To examine the historical uses of yam flour

B. To determine the moisture content of supplemented flour

C. To analyze market prices of locust beans

D. To develop new recipes with cocoyam flour

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

A. Produces sound directly

B. Shapes sound into words

C. Filters sound vibrations

D. Controls airflow and supports vocalization

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

A. The history of cocoyam farming

B. The economic value of honey beans

C. The marketing of locust bean products

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

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

A. Pharyngeal wall

B. Soft palate

C. Alveolar ridge

D. Uvula

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32. How many vowel sounds are there in English?

A. 18

B. 20

C. 22

D. 24

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

A. FDA, 2020

B. WHO Guidelines

C. AOAC, 2019

D. Local market evaluation

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34. Why is audience analysis crucial in speech development?

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

B. It guarantees audience approval regardless of the delivery

C. It reduces the need for rehearsals

D. It eliminates the need for a central idea

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35. What is rhythm in speech primarily used for?

A. Determining the pitch of the speaker

B. Lowering the tone for informal settings

C. Increasing the volume of key points

D. Creating unity of sound and sense

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

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

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

C. To analyze the marketing potential of cocoyam flour

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

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

A. Communication in spoken words

B. Written communication

C. Sign language communication

D. Communication through gestures

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

A. Translating languages

B. Understanding the spelling of words

C. Learning the exact pronunciation of words

D. Identifying synonyms

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39. What is phonological interference commonly referred to as?

A. Dialectal shift

B. Phonetic distortion

C. Accent

D. Pronunciation flaw

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40. What does vocal pitch refer to?

A. The volume of the speaker’s voice

B. The rhythm of the speech

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

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

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