Question 1

Identify at least three of the primary leadership approaches. Choose one and explain the thinking behind it. Then name as many leadership skills as you can.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. The four leadership styles are as follows: 1) Traits approach - leaders possess certain desirable qualities or characteristics, such as intelligence, self-confidence, integrity, and sociability. 2) Functional approach - leaders perform tasks for the group, such as setting goals, giving direction, or summarizing progress. 3) Transformational approach (also called "visionary" or "charismatic" approach) - leaders attract, inspire, and empower members, based on personal charisma. 4) situational approach -leaders shift their emphasis between task accomplishment and member satisfaction, depending on the situation. Leadership skills include the following: 1) prepare members and start interaction; 2) build group cohesiveness; 3) maintain effective interaction; 4) guide members through the agenda; 5) ensure member satisfaction; 6) empower members; 7) encourage ongoing evaluation and improvement; 8) manage conflict; and 9) mentor members.

Question 2

A woman who always pulls rank and reminds others that she's been there the longest is playing the role of recognition seeker in the group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

In the proceedings of a symposium or team presentation, it is best to provide clear _____ between various presentations.

Accepted Answer

internal summaries (or internal summary transitions)

Question 4

The members now decide which standards they will use for weighing solutions, knowing these must be realistic or no solution will ever seem acceptable. Which step of the problem-solving sequence are they in?

Accepted Answer

A)  Identify Possible Solutions 
B)  Evaluate Solutions 
C)  Establish Criteria for Evaluating Solutions 
D)  Select the Best Solution 
A)  Identify Possible Solutions 
B)  Evaluate Solutions 
C)  Establish Criteria for Evaluating Solutions 
D)  Select the Best Solution

Question 5

A neighborhood watch group reflects on what it has done, what remains to be done, and how well it has performed so far. It is at the _____ stage in small group interaction.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A neighborhood watch group reflects on what...

Question 6

Probably the best examples of virtual groups created for relationship purposes are _____.

Accepted Answer

social net

Question 7

Briefly, what is brainstorming, and why does it work? What are the four rules for brainstorming groups, and which is most difficult to follow?

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Brainstorming is used

Question 8

Being "group oriented" calls for participation and cooperation, but not abandoning personal beliefs or values. In fact, individuality with a group orientation is most effective.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The legal team is putting together an agenda, or "to do" list, to clearly identify what needs to be done. This is a perfect example of what happens in the _____ stage of small group interactions.

Accepted Answer

A)  feedforward 
B)  feedback 
C)  business 
D)  opening 
A)  feedforward 
B)  feedback 
C)  business 
D)  opening

Question 10

In groups, the roles we play fall under three broad classifications. Those that nourish interpersonal relationships and social exchanges are called group _____ roles.

Accepted Answer

building a

Question 11

Members of a focus group realize it is the most demanding kind of group, because they all must be informed about the issue, must understand group communication techniques, and must adhere to strict procedural rules.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Twelve people have one characteristic in common - they are all gay parents - which allows them to assist each other in coping with specific problems they confront in society. They have organized a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  consciousness-raising group. 
B)  encounter group. 
C)  assertiveness training group. 
D)  intervention group. 
A)  consciousness-raising group. 
B)  encounter group. 
C)  assertiveness training group. 
D)  intervention group.

Question 13

The marketing group needs to put its decision into operation, but first has to prove to others in the company that it is realistic and workable. It should present the solution

Accepted Answer

A)  in a slow and nonthreatening manner. 
B)  in the very best possible light with no downsides. 
C)  in an environment that supports groupthink. 
D)  in a very direct and bold way. 
A)  in a slow and nonthreatening manner. 
B)  in the very best possible light with no downsides. 
C)  in an environment that supports groupthink. 
D)  in a very direct and bold way.

Question 14

The medical team leader listens willingly, avoids interrupting, and reacts supportively, while also offering constructive criticism. Which leadership skill is she demonstrating?

Accepted Answer

A)  mentoring group members 
B)  empowering group members 
C)  guiding group members through an agenda 
D)  preparing group members and starting interaction 
A)  mentoring group members 
B)  empowering group members 
C)  guiding group members through an agenda 
D)  preparing group members and starting interaction

Question 15

LinkedIn and Facebook oppose self-promoting and commercializing, while other social media groups tolerate or even encourage these postings. This shows how online groups vary greatly in terms of their

Accepted Answer

A)  group types. 
B)  group roles. 
C)  group formats. 
D)  group norms. 
A)  group types. 
B)  group roles. 
C)  group formats. 
D)  group norms.

Question 16

Each of these volunteer groups meets weekly to discuss problems in the soup kitchen or homeless shelter where members work. Which group is experiencing groupthink?

Accepted Answer

A)  These volunteers ignore facts and opinions that conflict with the assumed group position. 
B)  These volunteers focus attention on their own thoughts and accomplishments. 
C)  These volunteers keep the communication flowing and get everyone to think of more ideas. 
D)  These volunteers are at a stalemate and cannot agree on anything. 
A)  These volunteers ignore facts and opinions that conflict with the assumed group position. 
B)  These volunteers focus attention on their own thoughts and accomplishments. 
C)  These volunteers keep the communication flowing and get everyone to think of more ideas. 
D)  These volunteers are at a stalemate and cannot agree on anything.

Question 17

The definition of leadership has changed over the years. At one time, leaders were defined as those who control others, but today they are defined as those who merely influence others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A popular columnist is upbeat and enthusiastic, regularly giving reinforcement and approval to other members of the local press club. What group maintenance role is he fulfilling?

Accepted Answer

A)  the standard setter 
B)  the follower 
C)  the harmonizer 
D)  the elaborator 
A)  the standard setter 
B)  the follower 
C)  the harmonizer 
D)  the elaborator

Question 19

You are asked handle the written and oral reports from your group's findings. It is best to

Accepted Answer

A)  construct the written report as you would construct a term paper. 
B)  distribute the written report to the media after presenting the oral report. 
C)  realize that these reports are entirely different from informative or persuasive speeches. 
D)  take the written report and read it aloud as the oral report. 
A)  construct the written report as you would construct a term paper. 
B)  distribute the written report to the media after presenting the oral report. 
C)  realize that these reports are entirely different from informative or persuasive speeches. 
D)  take the written report and read it aloud as the oral report.

Question 20

A special project group was appointed by the CEO and has been meeting each week, but it is now experiencing the repercussions of social loafing. This means that some members

Accepted Answer

A)  are always negative and disagreeable. 
B)  are finding ways to compromise rather than accepting ideas outright. 
C)  are attacking other members in a personal way. 
D)  are exerting little effort and barely participating. 
A)  are always negative and disagreeable. 
B)  are finding ways to compromise rather than accepting ideas outright. 
C)  are attacking other members in a personal way. 
D)  are exerting little effort and barely participating.

Identify at least three of the primary leadership approaches. Choose one and explain the thinking behind it. Then name as many leadership skills as you can.

A woman who always pulls rank and reminds others that she's been there the longest is playing the role of recognition seeker in the group.

In the proceedings of a symposium or team presentation, it is best to provide clear _____ between various presentations.

The members now decide which standards they will use for weighing solutions, knowing these must be realistic or no solution will ever seem acceptable. Which step of the problem-solving sequence are they in?

A neighborhood watch group reflects on what it has done, what remains to be done, and how well it has performed so far. It is at the _____ stage in small group interaction.

Probably the best examples of virtual groups created for relationship purposes are _____.

Briefly, what is brainstorming, and why does it work? What are the four rules for brainstorming groups, and which is most difficult to follow?

Being "group oriented" calls for participation and cooperation, but not abandoning personal beliefs or values. In fact, individuality with a group orientation is most effective.

The legal team is putting together an agenda, or "to do" list, to clearly identify what needs to be done. This is a perfect example of what happens in the _____ stage of small group interactions.

In groups, the roles we play fall under three broad classifications. Those that nourish interpersonal relationships and social exchanges are called group _____ roles.

Members of a focus group realize it is the most demanding kind of group, because they all must be informed about the issue, must understand group communication techniques, and must adhere to strict procedural rules.

Twelve people have one characteristic in common - they are all gay parents - which allows them to assist each other in coping with specific problems they confront in society. They have organized a(n)

The marketing group needs to put its decision into operation, but first has to prove to others in the company that it is realistic and workable. It should present the solution

The medical team leader listens willingly, avoids interrupting, and reacts supportively, while also offering constructive criticism. Which leadership skill is she demonstrating?

LinkedIn and Facebook oppose self-promoting and commercializing, while other social media groups tolerate or even encourage these postings. This shows how online groups vary greatly in terms of their

Each of these volunteer groups meets weekly to discuss problems in the soup kitchen or homeless shelter where members work. Which group is experiencing groupthink?

The definition of leadership has changed over the years. At one time, leaders were defined as those who control others, but today they are defined as those who merely influence others.

A popular columnist is upbeat and enthusiastic, regularly giving reinforcement and approval to other members of the local press club. What group maintenance role is he fulfilling?

You are asked handle the written and oral reports from your group's findings. It is best to

A special project group was appointed by the CEO and has been meeting each week, but it is now experiencing the repercussions of social loafing. This means that some members

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Exam 12: Speaking in Groups

Identify at least three of the primary leadership approaches. Choose one and explain the thinking behind it. Then name as many leadership skills as you can.

A woman who always pulls rank and reminds others that she's been there the longest is playing the role of recognition seeker in the group.

In the proceedings of a symposium or team presentation, it is best to provide clear _____ between various presentations.

The members now decide which standards they will use for weighing solutions, knowing these must be realistic or no solution will ever seem acceptable. Which step of the problem-solving sequence are they in?

A neighborhood watch group reflects on what it has done, what remains to be done, and how well it has performed so far. It is at the _____ stage in small group interaction.

Probably the best examples of virtual groups created for relationship purposes are _____.

Briefly, what is brainstorming, and why does it work? What are the four rules for brainstorming groups, and which is most difficult to follow?

Being "group oriented" calls for participation and cooperation, but not abandoning personal beliefs or values. In fact, individuality with a group orientation is most effective.

The legal team is putting together an agenda, or "to do" list, to clearly identify what needs to be done. This is a perfect example of what happens in the _____ stage of small group interactions.

In groups, the roles we play fall under three broad classifications. Those that nourish interpersonal relationships and social exchanges are called group _____ roles.

Members of a focus group realize it is the most demanding kind of group, because they all must be informed about the issue, must understand group communication techniques, and must adhere to strict procedural rules.

Twelve people have one characteristic in common - they are all gay parents - which allows them to assist each other in coping with specific problems they confront in society. They have organized a(n)

The marketing group needs to put its decision into operation, but first has to prove to others in the company that it is realistic and workable. It should present the solution

The medical team leader listens willingly, avoids interrupting, and reacts supportively, while also offering constructive criticism. Which leadership skill is she demonstrating?

LinkedIn and Facebook oppose self-promoting and commercializing, while other social media groups tolerate or even encourage these postings. This shows how online groups vary greatly in terms of their

Each of these volunteer groups meets weekly to discuss problems in the soup kitchen or homeless shelter where members work. Which group is experiencing groupthink?

The definition of leadership has changed over the years. At one time, leaders were defined as those who control others, but today they are defined as those who merely influence others.

A popular columnist is upbeat and enthusiastic, regularly giving reinforcement and approval to other members of the local press club. What group maintenance role is he fulfilling?

You are asked handle the written and oral reports from your group's findings. It is best to

A special project group was appointed by the CEO and has been meeting each week, but it is now experiencing the repercussions of social loafing. This means that some members

Introducing Public Speaking

Listening and Criticism

Preparing and Presenting a Public Speech Steps 110, in Brief

Select Your Topic, Purposes, and Thesis Step 1

Analyze Your Audience and Research Your Speech Steps 2 and 3

Cxml--Os Ppchapttl Nchap-Ttlollect Supporting Materials and Presentation Aids Step 4

Organize Your Speech Steps 5, 6, and 7

Word, Rehearse, and Present Your Speech Steps 8, 9, and 10

Informing Your Audience

Persuading Your Audience

Speaking on Special Occasions

Filters