ADDITIONAL LESSONS: COMPREHENDING ORAL TEXTS

Question 1

The ability to understand something, is critical for success in reading and other subjects.

Answer 1

Comprehension

Question 2

These are short poems and narratives that are recited.

Answer 2

Oral Texts

Question 3

It is a literary form of art that refuses to be defined in absolute terms, but there are some elements that commonly appear, such as rhythm and rhyme.

Answer 3

Poem

Question 4

It is also often grouped into stanzas. It is best known for specific word choices that are not only descriptive, but often evoke emotion.

Answer 4

Poem

Question 5

It combines words, actions, and audience participation to narrate a story.

Answer 5

Storytelling

Question 6

It is commonly used in various cultures to pass down customs and traditions to the next generation. It also builds background knowledge about history and diversity.

Answer 6

Storytelling

Question 7

These are dramatizations of a literary work that are typically acted out in front of an audience. They depend on dialogue and actions to tell the story.

Answer 7

Plays

Question 8

These are similar to plays except the intent is to be performed on film rather than on stage. Typically, a screenwriter will add elements such as camera angles and special effects to this.

Answer 8

Screenplay

Question 9

4 ORAL TEXTS

It provides information about a specific subject to an audience. The aim of this speech is to help your audience understand and to remember the information you are presenting.

Answer 9

Informative Text

Question 10

4 ORAL TEXTS

It presents arguments about both sides of an issue. It could be that both sides are presented equally balanced, or it could be that one side is presented more forcefully than the other. It all depends on the speaker, and what side he supports the most.

Answer 10

Argumentative Text

Question 11

4 ORAL TEXTS

It is the form of communication that people of diverse backgrounds mostly engage in. When you deliver this speech, your primary goal is to influence the thoughts, feelings, actions, and behaviors or attitudes of your listeners

Answer 11

Persuasive Text

Question 12

4 ORAL TEXTS

It aims to share goodwill, joy, and pleasure to the audience. The purpose of this is not to educate, inform, or inspire because the primary goal is to make the audience relax, enjoy, and even laugh.

Answer 12

Entertainment Text

Question 13

4 ORAL TEXTS

This means that you, the speaker, are expected to be friendly and relaxed, but still courteous during the speech delivery. Moreover, you should know your audience well in order to entertain them effectively.

Answer 13

Entertainment Text