Question 1

Why is it best for the leader to keep his or her eyes open when leading a fantasy exercise?

Accepted Answer

It is best for the leader to keep his or her eyes open when leading a fantasy exercise to keep the pace of the exercise and to observe the reactions of the members. This enables the leader to anticipate reactions from members based on what he or she notices while conducting the exercise.

Question 2

When introducing an exercise, leaders should clearly present the directions for all of the following reasons EXCEPT to

Accepted Answer

A)  force reluctant members to participate. 
B)  inform members of the purpose of the exercise. 
C)  ensure that members from different cultures understand. 
D)  prevent confusion about what members are supposed to do. 
A)  force reluctant members to participate. 
B)  inform members of the purpose of the exercise. 
C)  ensure that members from different cultures understand. 
D)  prevent confusion about what members are supposed to do. A

Question 3

Which of the following exercises would BEST stimulate member sharing about group dynamics or the group process?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fantasy 
B)  Arts and crafts 
C)  Group decision-making 
D)  Common reading 
A)  Fantasy 
B)  Arts and crafts 
C)  Group decision-making 
D)  Common reading C

Question 4

When using processing exercises, it is important to stimulate discussion about all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  topics or issues. 
B)  rules and regulations. 
C)  group dynamics or processes. 
D)  deeper thoughts and feelings. 
A)  topics or issues. 
B)  rules and regulations. 
C)  group dynamics or processes. 
D)  deeper thoughts and feelings.

Question 5

If the directions are not _________________in the beginning of an activity, members may interpret the exercise in many different ways, causing the leader to have difficulty when attempting to process it effectively.

Accepted Answer

The answer of If the directions are not _________________in the...

Question 6

Why do the authors state that focusing on the present when conducting past-centered
exercises is generally more productive than focusing solely on the past?

Accepted Answer

The authors state that focusing on the p

Question 7

When an exercise has been completed, it can be processed through use of

Accepted Answer

A)  rounds. 
B)  writing. 
C)  dyads or triads. 
D)  all of the available choices. 
A)  rounds. 
B)  writing. 
C)  dyads or triads. 
D)  all of the available choices.

Question 8

Leaders can process exercises to a deeper and more meaningful level by asking good, thought provoking questions that tap into members' ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Leaders can process exercises to a deeper...

Question 9

MATCHING: Match the situations described below with the phase of the exercise in which the situation might occur. A response may be used more than once.
Phase of an exercise:
-Deciding whether to focus on one member or the entire
group occurs at the beginning of this phase of the exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) introducing 
B) conducting 
C) processing 
A) introducing 
B) conducting 
C) processing

Question 10

When introducing an exercise, the leader should make certain that members understand the ___________of the exercise so they feel involved and cooperate rather than resist.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When introducing an exercise, the leader should...

Question 11

When leading an exercise, the leader will want to decide whether she ___________in the exercise or not.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When leading an exercise, the leader will...

Question 12

When conducting a "feedback" exercise, it is best to have members share the first thoughts that come to them about other members rather than giving them time to consider what feedback they might give.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

It is important to ensure that all members understand and follow instructions when ______________an exercise.

Accepted Answer

conducting

Question 14

When beginning to process an exercise, it is often helpful to use a round so that the leader can hear from most or all of the members to get a better sense of their reactions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

MATCHING: Match the situations described below with the phase of the exercise in which the situation might occur. A response may be used more than once.
Phase of an exercise:
-Setting a positive tone is crucial in this phase.

Accepted Answer

A) introducing 
B) conducting 
C) processing 
A) introducing 
B) conducting 
C) processing

Question 16

Which of the following does NOT represent a mistake when conducting an exercise?

Accepted Answer

A)  Giving complex directions all at once to members 
B)  Telling the members how much time they have left to discuss an issue 
C)  Making assumptions based on the leader's own frame of reference 
D)  Beginning a discussion about homework that members may not have read 
A)  Giving complex directions all at once to members 
B)  Telling the members how much time they have left to discuss an issue 
C)  Making assumptions based on the leader's own frame of reference 
D)  Beginning a discussion about homework that members may not have read

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT an example of a deep processing question?

Accepted Answer

A)  What did you draw on your page? 
B)  What feelings were stirred up for you? 
C)  What new understandings did you gain from doing this? 
D)  What will you do differently based on what you've learned about yourself? 
A)  What did you draw on your page? 
B)  What feelings were stirred up for you? 
C)  What new understandings did you gain from doing this? 
D)  What will you do differently based on what you've learned about yourself?

Question 18

When beginning to process an exercise, it is usually best to remain focused on the first person who speaks, because the leader may never know if other members will make any comments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Although all of the following are important, the most important aspect of making effective use an exercise is

Accepted Answer

A)  setting the proper tone. 
B)  involving all of the members. 
C)  introducing the exercise clearly. 
D)  processing the exercise to a deep and meaningful level. 
A)  setting the proper tone. 
B)  involving all of the members. 
C)  introducing the exercise clearly. 
D)  processing the exercise to a deep and meaningful level.

Question 20

It is never a good idea to stop an exercise, even if the members are bored or confused about the purpose.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Why is it best for the leader to keep his or her eyes open when leading a fantasy exercise?

When introducing an exercise, leaders should clearly present the directions for all of the following reasons EXCEPT to

Which of the following exercises would BEST stimulate member sharing about group dynamics or the group process?

When using processing exercises, it is important to stimulate discussion about all of the following EXCEPT

If the directions are not _________________in the beginning of an activity, members may interpret the exercise in many different ways, causing the leader to have difficulty when attempting to process it effectively.

Why do the authors state that focusing on the present when conducting past-centered exercises is generally more productive than focusing solely on the past?

When an exercise has been completed, it can be processed through use of

Leaders can process exercises to a deeper and more meaningful level by asking good, thought provoking questions that tap into members' ____________________.

MATCHING: Match the situations described below with the phase of the exercise in which the situation might occur. A response may be used more than once. Phase of an exercise: -Deciding whether to focus on one member or the entire group occurs at the beginning of this phase of the exercise.

When introducing an exercise, the leader should make certain that members understand the ___________of the exercise so they feel involved and cooperate rather than resist.

When leading an exercise, the leader will want to decide whether she ___________in the exercise or not.

When conducting a "feedback" exercise, it is best to have members share the first thoughts that come to them about other members rather than giving them time to consider what feedback they might give.

It is important to ensure that all members understand and follow instructions when ______________an exercise.

When beginning to process an exercise, it is often helpful to use a round so that the leader can hear from most or all of the members to get a better sense of their reactions.

MATCHING: Match the situations described below with the phase of the exercise in which the situation might occur. A response may be used more than once. Phase of an exercise: -Setting a positive tone is crucial in this phase.

Which of the following does NOT represent a mistake when conducting an exercise?

Which of the following is NOT an example of a deep processing question?

When beginning to process an exercise, it is usually best to remain focused on the first person who speaks, because the leader may never know if other members will make any comments.

Although all of the following are important, the most important aspect of making effective use an exercise is

It is never a good idea to stop an exercise, even if the members are bored or confused about the purpose.

Introduction

Stages of Groups, Group Process, and Therapeutic Forces

Purpose of Groups

Planning

Getting Started: the Beginning Stage and Beginning Phase

Basic Skills for Group Leaders

Focus

Cutting Off and Drawing Out

Rounds and Dyads

Exercises

Leading the Middle Stage of a Group

Using Counseling Theories in Groups

Counseling and Therapy in Groups

Closing a Session or Group

Dealing With Problem Situations

Working With Specific Populations

Issues in Group Counseling

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Exam 11: Introducing, Conducting, and Processing Exercises

Why is it best for the leader to keep his or her eyes open when leading a fantasy exercise?

When introducing an exercise, leaders should clearly present the directions for all of the following reasons EXCEPT to

Which of the following exercises would BEST stimulate member sharing about group dynamics or the group process?

When using processing exercises, it is important to stimulate discussion about all of the following EXCEPT

If the directions are not _________________in the beginning of an activity, members may interpret the exercise in many different ways, causing the leader to have difficulty when attempting to process it effectively.

Why do the authors state that focusing on the present when conducting past-centered exercises is generally more productive than focusing solely on the past?

When an exercise has been completed, it can be processed through use of

Leaders can process exercises to a deeper and more meaningful level by asking good, thought provoking questions that tap into members' ____________________.

MATCHING: Match the situations described below with the phase of the exercise in which the situation might occur. A response may be used more than once. Phase of an exercise: -Deciding whether to focus on one member or the entire group occurs at the beginning of this phase of the exercise.

When introducing an exercise, the leader should make certain that members understand the ___________of the exercise so they feel involved and cooperate rather than resist.

When leading an exercise, the leader will want to decide whether she ___________in the exercise or not.

When conducting a "feedback" exercise, it is best to have members share the first thoughts that come to them about other members rather than giving them time to consider what feedback they might give.

It is important to ensure that all members understand and follow instructions when ______________an exercise.

When beginning to process an exercise, it is often helpful to use a round so that the leader can hear from most or all of the members to get a better sense of their reactions.

MATCHING: Match the situations described below with the phase of the exercise in which the situation might occur. A response may be used more than once. Phase of an exercise: -Setting a positive tone is crucial in this phase.

Which of the following does NOT represent a mistake when conducting an exercise?

Which of the following is NOT an example of a deep processing question?

When beginning to process an exercise, it is usually best to remain focused on the first person who speaks, because the leader may never know if other members will make any comments.

Although all of the following are important, the most important aspect of making effective use an exercise is

It is never a good idea to stop an exercise, even if the members are bored or confused about the purpose.

Introduction

Stages of Groups, Group Process, and Therapeutic Forces

Purpose of Groups

Planning

Getting Started: the Beginning Stage and Beginning Phase

Basic Skills for Group Leaders

Focus

Cutting Off and Drawing Out

Rounds and Dyads

Exercises

Leading the Middle Stage of a Group

Using Counseling Theories in Groups

Counseling and Therapy in Groups

Closing a Session or Group

Dealing With Problem Situations

Working With Specific Populations

Issues in Group Counseling

Filters