Coms 120 Communication Skills Ii Y1s2 Question Paper
Coms 120 Communication Skills Ii Y1s2
Course:Bachelor Of Laws
Institution: Kabarak University question papers
Exam Year:2011
COURSE CODE: COMS 120
COURSE TITLE: COMMUNICATION SKILLS II
STREAM: Y1S2
DAY: TUESDAY
TIME: 9.00 – 11.00 A.M.
DATE: 22/03/2011
INSTRUCTIONS:
Answer question ONE and any other TWO questions
Question 1
a). Research entails critical inquiry or investigation of a phenomenon. Use a typical example
to explain how the law of parsimony helps researchers during the research process.
(4marks)
b). i). Academic oral presentations are relatively demanding. State and explain four strategies
you would use in preparation for your research proposal. (8marks)
ii). Approximate distance between the speaker and the audience is vital for successful
oral presentation. Explain how the above can determine the success or failure of
communication transactions. (4marks)
c). Research cannot be undertaken haphazardly. Describe any three ways that you can use
to identify knowledge gap. (6marks)
d). State and explain any four aspects you would consider when writing background information.
(8marks)
Question 2
a). Define the term ‘data elicitation techniques.’ (4marks)
b). Identify the modes suitable for qualitative research. Provide a reason for your answer.
(4marks)
c). Research is the systematic search for pertinent information which leads to new knowledge.
Attempt a detailed description of the research process by examining the salient aspects under
each stage. (12marks)
Question 3
a). Many research proposals are turned down for being sub-standard and the students/researchers
are to blame for their unwarranted mistakes. Discuss any four qualities that your research
proposal should possess to meet all the standards of acceptability. (10marks)
b). Explain the three major functions of a research proposal. (6marks)
c). State and explain any two preliminary components that precede research proposals.
(4marks)
Question 4
a). The introduction is one of the most important parts of a speech. Describe any four
introductory techniques that you would use to introduce your speech. (8marks)
b). Use a diagrammatic representation to describe the relationship between speech anxiety
and performance. (6marks)
c). Give a detailed explanation on any three types of audio-visual aids and their effects on
presentation. (6marks)
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