Informational Listening
What is informational listening?
a. Listening to criticize and evaluate the message
b. Listening to understand and grasp information
c. Listening for enjoyment and entertainment
d. Listening to influence and negotiate
b. Listening to understand and grasp information
Tools that come in different forms and their main objective is to help readers have a clearer meaning of the given text
Textual Aids
What is the author's purpose?
The Earth is the third planet from the Sun and the only known planet in the universe that supports life. It is the largest of the four terrestrial planets in our solar system. The Earth is made up of four main layers: the crust, the mantle, the outer core, and the inner core. The crust is the outermost layer of the Earth and is made up of solid rock. The mantle is the layer below the crust and is made up of molten rock. The outer core is the liquid layer below the mantle. The inner core is the solid metal core of the Earth.
To inform
The time and place where the story takes place.
Setting
A music critic listens to an album with a critical ear, evaluating its lyrical content, musical composition, and overall quality.
Appreciative
Which of the following is an effective informational listening approach?
a. Judging or arguing with the speaker.
b. Trying to understand the speaker's ideas before judging them.
c. Repeating the speaker's words back to them.
d. All of the above.
b. Trying to understand the speaker's ideas before judging them.
Which type of map shows the cities, towns, provinces and bodies of water?
Political Map
What is the author's purpose?
You should eat healthy foods every day. Healthy foods give you the energy you need to play, learn, and grow. They also help you to stay healthy and avoid diseases. Some examples of healthy foods include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein.
The character or force that opposes the main character's goals or desires in the story.
Antagonist
A researcher listens to an academic presentation, taking notes and analyzing the data and research findings.
Comprehensive
Which of the following is a good tip for taking notes during informational listening?
a. Write down everything that is being said.
b. Write down key concepts and terms only.
c. Organize your notes into an outline.
d. All of the above.
b. Write down key concepts and terms only.
A graph that shows “how a whole is divided into different parts."
Pie Graph
What is the author's purpose?
The mouse looked out of his hole and saw the cat sulking on the mat. He laughed and said, "Don't worry, cat. Maybe one day you'll catch me. But for now, I'm going to enjoy my freedom."
The mouse ran back into his hole and the cat sat on the mat, sulking.
To entertain
The events leading up to the story's most intense and suspenseful point.
Climax
During a job interview, the interviewer listens to the candidate's responses and pays attention to their qualifications and experiences.
Which of the following is NOT a skill that helps with informational listening?
a. Knowledge of Vocabulary
b. Concentration
c. Judgment and criticism
d. Memory
c. Judgment and criticism
A textual aid that provides initial idea on what the text is all about.
Titles and Subtitles
What is the author's purpose?
Climate change is one of the most pressing issues facing our planet today. It is caused by the release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, which trap heat and warm the planet. The main greenhouse gases are carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide. Climate change is a serious threat to our planet and its inhabitants. We must take action now to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the effects of climate change.
To persuade
The underlying central message or concept explored in the story.
Theme
A group leader listens to the team members' suggestions and opinions, fostering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere.
Comprehensive
Which of the following statements is true about informational listening?
a. Informational listening focuses on the ability to understand a speaker's message.
b. Informational listening limits the listener to learn new words.
c. Informational listening enables a listener to argue.
d. Informational listening promotes conflict and misunderstanding.
a. Informational listening focuses on the ability to understand a speaker's message.
How do illustrations contribute to understanding a text?
a. They entertain the reader
b. They provide evidence to support the author's claims
c. They help visualize complex ideas or information
d. They offer opposing viewpoints
c. They help visualize complex ideas or information
What is the author's purpose?
The dog is a domesticated canine, not naturally occurring in the wild. It is an omnivore, meaning it eats both plants and animals. The dog has been selectively bred for thousands of years for a variety of purposes, including hunting, guarding, companionship, and assisting people with disabilities.
To inform
How the author creates and develops the personalities of the characters in the story.
Characterization
A film enthusiast analyzes the cinematography, editing, and symbolism in a movie, dissecting its artistic aspects.
Analytical/critical