Exam 9: Communicating in Small Groups

Rose's friend is getting married, so she's been put in charge of collecting money from all of their friends and buying a nice gift for the couple. Rose is running into difficulty, as her friends can't agree on an amount to give, and some don't want to give as much as others. The friends also continue to debate about which type of gift is most appropriate, a humorous one or a sentimental one. For the group's effort to be successful, Rose should find an effective way to deal with the group's

Which of the following is NOT an important task typically addressed during the encounter phase of socialization?

In your algebra class, you are assigned to work in a small group. Most group members know their specific tasks and follow through on them, but there are two members who neglect their responsibilities. Therefore, your group's _________ cohesion is low.

If you've made the effort to join a small group, you probably already support that group's goals, norms, values, and behaviors, because you are

Someone who is always making jokes in a group and trying to lighten the mood is taking on what type of role?

Jack and Kate are working on a small group project for their political science class. They disagree on how to complete part of the assignment, which soon escalates to a full-scale argument. Afterward, they find it difficult to work together, and the entire group is affected. Jack and Kate are demonstrating ____________, meaning their moods and behaviors influenced, and were influenced by, one another's in a way that affected the group.

Opal is the president of her son's elementary school's Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). She makes a concerted effort to _________ new members to the group by offering new member orientations twice a year, calling new members personally to invite them to upcoming activities, and setting up a mentor program between new members and those in their final year of service.

Web sites such as Facebook allow users to interact with others in groups because some small groups

According to research, taking part in a weight-loss group is more effective than trying to lose weight individually because of which of the following function of a small group?

According to current communication scholars, a small group is composed of at least _____ and no more than 15 or 20 members.

Rory is becoming frustrated with Andrew's lack of participation in their club. As more and more new members join, Andrew does less and less. It has reached a point where he contributes almost nothing. Which of the following is the MOST effective way to deal with this social loafer?

Ethan is a member of Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society of two-year colleges. He wears his lapel pin to all meetings and puts on his chapter shirt when the group goes into the community for a project. At the start of each meeting, he hugs other members instead of a handshake or just saying hello. What do all of these actions serve to reinforce with regard to Phi Theta Kappa's group?

Which of the following is NOT a function of a small group?

Claire has had negative group experiences in college. She always seems to get stuck doing the bulk of the work, and her group members have always had terrible communication skills. Therefore, at work, when her boss proposes putting her on a task force, she is immediately apprehensive and fearful during the _____________ phase of socialization.

Which word best describes the idea that group members can accomplish more by working together than they could individually?

A shoe company isn't sure if the ad campaign for its newest sneaker will be appealing to its customers. The company puts together a focus group made up of individuals of different ages, genders, sexual orientations, and ethnicities. The company knows that it might be more difficult for this type of group to come to a consensus, but it hopes that given enough time, the group can provide valuable information based on which of its attributes?

Which word best describes the belief that each member in a group brings a different set of ideas, experiences, insights, and values to a discussion?

Sienna joins a sorority on her campus. The group has many goals, including upholding strong scholarship, embracing diversity, and helping in the community. Sienna studies a lot to make sure she can meet the first goal, but finds that she still isn't quite fitting in. After observing her sorority sisters for a few days, she realizes that this particular group is more focused on helping in the community. It would have helped Sienna socialize herself more to have first ________________ to the sorority.

Becoming part of a small group requires more than signing one's name to a membership roster-new members must also be ______________ into the group.

If you are to become an active member of a group, you'll need to __________________ so you can carry out your role and responsibilities.