Question 1

People assembled together in an elevator represent a group..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The homogeneous ↔ heterogeneous group dialectic can be described as

Accepted Answer

A) balancing a commitment to group norms and standards with a willingness to differ and change. 
B) balancing member similarities and differences. 
C) balancing external access and recognition with internal group solidarity and rewards. 
D) balancing effective leadership with responsible followership. 
E) balancing members' personal goals with the group's common goal. 
A) balancing a commitment to group norms and standards with a willingness to differ and change. 
B) balancing member similarities and differences. 
C) balancing external access and recognition with internal group solidarity and rewards. 
D) balancing effective leadership with responsible followership. 
E) balancing members' personal goals with the group's common goal.

Question 3

The leadership-followership dialectic emphasizes the point that leadership is a solo task..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

According to a study commissioned by the Association of American Colleges and Universities,"teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate with others in diverse group settings" was ranked first as an essential learning outcome in 2 of 4 major categories..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

PTAs,labor unions,veterans' groups,fire and police auxiliary groups,and neighborhood and community associations are examples of self-help groups..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following characteristics is a disadvantage of working in groups?

Accepted Answer

A) Groups make better decisions when working on complex tasks. 
B) Working in groups enhances member learning. 
C) Groups require significant time,energy,and resources. 
D) Groups are often more creative than members working alone. 
E) Members usually enjoy working with others in groups. 
A) Groups make better decisions when working on complex tasks. 
B) Working in groups enhances member learning. 
C) Groups require significant time,energy,and resources. 
D) Groups are often more creative than members working alone. 
E) Members usually enjoy working with others in groups.

Question 7

The key to balancing both the complex and competing elements in a group is a commitment to working toward the group's goal..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Feedback is always verbal rather than nonverbal..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Your family is an example of a

Accepted Answer

A) primary group. 
B) social group. 
C) public group. 
D) service group. 
E) learning group. 
A) primary group. 
B) social group. 
C) public group. 
D) service group. 
E) learning group.

Question 10

Successful groups balance dialectical tensions by using a with/or approach..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

In the best of groups,individual goals support the group's common goal..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

When seeking to resolve group tensions,the dialectic approach recommends a _______ approach.

Accepted Answer

A) compromise 
B) either/or 
C) both/and 
D) approach/avoidance 
E) task/maintenance 
A) compromise 
B) either/or 
C) both/and 
D) approach/avoidance 
E) task/maintenance

Question 13

Most organizational groups work within a system that has its own rules,vocabulary,levels of power,and member responsibilities..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

When a group functions as an open system,it guards its boundaries and discourages input from or interaction with the outside..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

In a panel discussion,several group members interact with one another on a common topic for the benefit of an audience..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

To which basic element in the group communication process is Grace giving special attention when she prepares for an important group meeting by making sure her business suit is pressed,that her hair is well-groomed,that her perfume is pleasant but subtle,and that she takes a breath mint before entering the meeting room?

Accepted Answer

A) Channels 
B) External noise 
C) Feedback 
D) Verbal message 
E) Internal noise 
A) Channels 
B) External noise 
C) Feedback 
D) Verbal message 
E) Internal noise

Question 17

The term synergy comes from the Greek word synonym,which means "synchronized.".

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The social benefits of group work can be just as important as task achievement..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In a communication transaction,feedback represents

Accepted Answer

A) a group's physical and psychological environment. 
B) anything that interferes with or inhibits effective communication. 
C) the media through which group members share messages. 
D) the responses and reactions of group members to a message. 
E) ideas,information,opinions,and/or feelings that generate meaning. 
A) a group's physical and psychological environment. 
B) anything that interferes with or inhibits effective communication. 
C) the media through which group members share messages. 
D) the responses and reactions of group members to a message. 
E) ideas,information,opinions,and/or feelings that generate meaning.

Question 20

Your biases,distracting thoughts about other activities,fatigue,and hunger can cause noise in a communication transaction..

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

People assembled together in an elevator represent a group..

The homogeneous ↔ heterogeneous group dialectic can be described as

The leadership-followership dialectic emphasizes the point that leadership is a solo task..

According to a study commissioned by the Association of American Colleges and Universities,"teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate with others in diverse group settings" was ranked first as an essential learning outcome in 2 of 4 major categories..

PTAs,labor unions,veterans' groups,fire and police auxiliary groups,and neighborhood and community associations are examples of self-help groups..

Which of the following characteristics is a disadvantage of working in groups?

The key to balancing both the complex and competing elements in a group is a commitment to working toward the group's goal..

Feedback is always verbal rather than nonverbal..

Your family is an example of a

Successful groups balance dialectical tensions by using a with/or approach..

In the best of groups,individual goals support the group's common goal..

When seeking to resolve group tensions,the dialectic approach recommends a _______ approach.

Most organizational groups work within a system that has its own rules,vocabulary,levels of power,and member responsibilities..

When a group functions as an open system,it guards its boundaries and discourages input from or interaction with the outside..

In a panel discussion,several group members interact with one another on a common topic for the benefit of an audience..

The term synergy comes from the Greek word synonym,which means "synchronized.".

The social benefits of group work can be just as important as task achievement..

In a communication transaction,feedback represents

Your biases,distracting thoughts about other activities,fatigue,and hunger can cause noise in a communication transaction..

Group Development

Group Member Participation

Diversity in Groups

Group Leadership

Verbal and Nonverbal Communication in Groups

Listening and Responding in Groups

Conflict and Cohesion in Groups

Problem Solving in Groups

Critical Thinking and Argumentation in Groups

Planning and Conducting Meetings

Group Presentations

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Exam 1: Introduction to Group Communication

People assembled together in an elevator represent a group..

The homogeneous ↔ heterogeneous group dialectic can be described as

The leadership-followership dialectic emphasizes the point that leadership is a solo task..

According to a study commissioned by the Association of American Colleges and Universities,"teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate with others in diverse group settings" was ranked first as an essential learning outcome in 2 of 4 major categories..

PTAs,labor unions,veterans' groups,fire and police auxiliary groups,and neighborhood and community associations are examples of self-help groups..

Which of the following characteristics is a disadvantage of working in groups?

The key to balancing both the complex and competing elements in a group is a commitment to working toward the group's goal..

Feedback is always verbal rather than nonverbal..

Your family is an example of a

Successful groups balance dialectical tensions by using a with/or approach..

In the best of groups,individual goals support the group's common goal..

When seeking to resolve group tensions,the dialectic approach recommends a _______ approach.

Most organizational groups work within a system that has its own rules,vocabulary,levels of power,and member responsibilities..

When a group functions as an open system,it guards its boundaries and discourages input from or interaction with the outside..

In a panel discussion,several group members interact with one another on a common topic for the benefit of an audience..

The term synergy comes from the Greek word synonym,which means "synchronized.".

The social benefits of group work can be just as important as task achievement..

In a communication transaction,feedback represents

Your biases,distracting thoughts about other activities,fatigue,and hunger can cause noise in a communication transaction..

Group Development

Group Member Participation

Diversity in Groups

Group Leadership

Verbal and Nonverbal Communication in Groups

Listening and Responding in Groups

Conflict and Cohesion in Groups

Problem Solving in Groups

Critical Thinking and Argumentation in Groups

Planning and Conducting Meetings

Group Presentations

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