University of EL Hadj Lakhdher Batna Level: First-Year Class
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Groups: 11, 12,13,14,15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20
Department: COMMUN CORE(TRON COMMUN) Academic year: 2024/2025
Module: English Language Time: 1h 30min
I) Comprehension:
Read the text carefully and do the activities below.
Text:
There is no doubt that communication is not only part of daily life but foundation of human relationship.
It is the glue that holds a society together. The ability to communicate enables people to form and maintain
personal relationships. In addition, the quality of such relationships depends on the caliber of
communication between the parties. Communication is the process of sharing ideas, information, and
messages with others at a particular time and place. Communication includes writing and talking which is
known as verbal communication, as well as nonverbal communication (such as facial expressions, body
language, or gestures), visual communication (the use of images or pictures, such as painting, photography,
video, or film), and electronic communication (telephone calls, electronic mail, cable television, or satellite
broadcasts). Communication is a vital part of personal life and is also important in business, education, and
any other situations where people encounter each other.
First of all, communication helps to spread knowledge and information among people. For example,
authors write books to impart knowledge to the World, and teachers share their experiences with their
students. Also, friends or co-workers discuss their ideas with each other, and companies exchange
information with their subsidiaries and customers. Besides, the advent of the Internet not only allows people
to have better access to knowledge and information in all fields but also makes it easier and faster to contact
with people around the World. Undoubtedly, the sharing knowledge and information process cannot
function without communication. As a result, companies cannot operate, and humanity will be drowned in
the abyss of ignorance.
Moreover, communication is the foundation of all human relationship. At first, strangers start talking and
getting to know each other, and then the relationships are formed when they have more interaction and
communication. Communicating helps people to express their ideas and feelings, and it, at the same time,
helps us to understand emotions and thoughts of the others. As a result, we will develop affection or hatred
toward other people, and positive or negative relationships will be created.
It is no doubt that communication plays a vital role in human life. It not only helps to facilitate the process
of sharing information and knowledge, but also helps people to develop relationships with others. Therefore,
the importance of communication cannot be underestimated. Every day, we communicate with a lot of
people including our families, our friends, our colleagues, or even strangers. We should learn how to
communicate effectively to make our lives better.
Adapted from https: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/communication-our-life-ks-bakshi
1. Circle the letter that correspond to the right answer:
The text is about:
a) The Evolution of Technology in Modern Communication.
b) The History of Human Language Development.
c) The Vital Role of Communication in Human Life.
2. Are the statements true or false?
a. Communication is the process of sharing ideas, information, and messages with others only by
writing and talking.
b. Verbal communication involves the use of body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice.
c. The sharing of knowledge and information process can function without communication.
d. The communication is held with just families, friends, and close people.
3. Answer the following questions according to the text.
a. What would happen without communication, according to the text?
b. In which areas is communication important?
c. What are the different forms of communication mentioned in the text?
d. How does communication affect human emotions and relationships?
4. Identify the paragraph in which the following idea are mentioned.
a. The role of communication in express feelings and emotions.______
b. The types of communication._______
c. Effective communication enhance people lives. ______
II) Text Exploration
1. Find in the text words whose definitions follow:
………………… a lack of knowledge or understanding. (2§)
………………… to make something possible or easier. (4§)
a process by which information is exchanged between individuals
…………………
through a common system of symbols, signs, or behavior. (1§)
2. Complete the chart as shown in the example:
Verb Noun Adjective
Example to express expression expressive
……………… communication …………………
to inform …………………... ………………..
…………………….. ……………………. developing
3. Complete the following Sentences by putting the verbs into the correct form.
a) If you (send) …………this letter now, she (receive)………………it tomorrow.
b)I (say)…………….. hello if I (meet)………………….. the Queen of England.
4. Fill in the blanks using the following words:
cultures - gestures - human - society - emotions - understanding
Communication is the essence of ……… interaction, allowing us to exchange ideas, …….. , and
information. It serves as the foundation of…….…. , enabling collaboration, …………., and empathy.
Through spoken language, ………… , and technology, we bridge distances and connect minds across
…………..and borders.
III) Written expression:
Provide a brief summary of your understanding from the text in a paragraph that is not more than 10
lines.
