JC English Practice Questions - Junior Cycle English (Ireland) Exam - JC English Practice Questions

Question 1

In Junior Cycle English, what is the main purpose of the Oral Communication Classroom-Based Assessment?

To test only silent reading speed under timed conditions To replace the final written examination completely To mark handwriting quality on a formal essay To show you can plan and deliver a spoken presentation or performance for a real audience

Correct Answer:

To show you can plan and deliver a spoken presentation or performance for a real audience

Question 2

Before speaking to a class about a local sports club, what should you decide first?

That eye contact is never useful in a classroom That you will ignore time limits and speak until the bell Your purpose and what the audience already knows or needs Only how many jokes you can fit in, regardless of topic

Correct Answer:

Your purpose and what the audience already knows or needs

Question 3

Which feature most improves clarity in a short informative talk?

Speaking as fast as possible with no pauses Reading a dense paragraph of jargon with no explanation Avoiding any signposting words such as first or finally A clear opening, organised main points and a brief closing summary

Correct Answer:

A clear opening, organised main points and a brief closing summary

Question 4

What is active listening in a group discussion?

Waiting only for your turn to speak and ignoring others Looking at your phone while others talk Paying attention, showing engagement and responding thoughtfully to others’ ideas Interrupting immediately whenever you disagree

Correct Answer:

Paying attention, showing engagement and responding thoughtfully to others’ ideas

Question 5

Which register is most suitable for a formal speech to school management about a new library?

Heavy slang and text-speak throughout Shouting insults to show passion Whispering only personal jokes to a friend nearby Polite, clear Standard English with respectful address and organised arguments

Correct Answer:

Polite, clear Standard English with respectful address and organised arguments

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