Lesson 4.1 Multimodal Texts

Question 1

two or more modes of communication are combined together

Answer 1

multimodal texts

Question 2

come in different forms, it may be in the form of written messages that could be easily read and understood. It may be in the form of images or pictures or it may be a combination of images and texts

Answer 2

Multimodal texts

Question 3

True or False

Whatever medium is used in multimodal communication is acceptable. However, the most important thing is for the intended audience to comprehend the message being conveyed.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

are signs and symbols which represent meaning that make us understand the messages conveyed by multimodal texts

Answer 4

semiotic system

Question 5

the study of sign systems which make us make meaning out of the symbols and signs

Answer 5

semiotics

Question 6

5 major modes in the semiotic systems:

Answer 6

1. linguistic mode
2. visual mode
3. aural mode
4. spatial mode
5. gestural mode

Question 7

includes vocabulary, delivery, organization of words, and coherence;

Answer 7

linguistic mode

Question 8

includes the background, layout, color, size, and style;

Answer 8

visual mode

Question 9

focused on the sound;

Answer 9

aural mode

Question 10

focused on the physical arrangement and proximity among people and objects;

Answer 10

spatial mode

Question 11

refers to the meaning brought about by the movement of the body and interactions among people.

Answer 11

gestural mode

Question 12

True or False

knowledge in grammar is not enough for people to be able to convey meaning.

Answer 12

False

The knowledge of how language works and how signs and symbols help in transmitting meaning are important considerations too.

Question 13

True or False

multimodal texts could be digital, printed/paper based, or live performance

Answer 13

True

Question 14

True or False

edia advocacy campaign, short films and documentaries, infomercials, infographics, and even ballet or interpretative dance are forms of multimodal texts.

Answer 14

True

Question 15

In creating multimodal communication, the following must be taken into consideration:

Answer 15

• Who is the target audience?
• What is the purpose of the message?
• What is the message?
• How the message should be conveyed?
• What other means could be used in conveying the message?

Question 16

True or False

It is important that we become proficient readers and interpreters of multimodal texts. Proficiency leads to becoming efficient developers of it.

Answer 16

True