Question 1

Which of the following statements is characteristic of a cohesive group?

Accepted Answer

A)  Members interact with one another less frequently. 
B)  Members make a lot of negative statements about the group. 
C)  The group exerts greater influence over members to conform to group expectations. 
D)  The group lacks creativity. 
E)  The group spends more time socializing than working. 
A)  Members interact with one another less frequently. 
B)  Members make a lot of negative statements about the group. 
C)  The group exerts greater influence over members to conform to group expectations. 
D)  The group lacks creativity. 
E)  The group spends more time socializing than working.

Question 2

The 5-M Model of Leadership Effectiveness divides leadership tasks into five interdependent leadership functions: model leadership behavior, motivate members, manage group processes, mentor members, and make decisions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

As he received an award for his leadership of a community engagement project, Jason said, "We are so appreciative of your support. Our team has spent many tireless nights working on this initiative. We couldn't be more proud of receiving this award." His use of "we" and "our" represents which general strategy for promoting group cohesion?

Accepted Answer

A)  Establish group identity and traditions. 
B)  Make as many positive statements as possible. 
C)  Recognize the importance of meeting a goal. 
D)  Recognize and reward contributions. 
E)  Devote the majority of the time to socializing. 
A)  Establish group identity and traditions. 
B)  Make as many positive statements as possible. 
C)  Recognize the importance of meeting a goal. 
D)  Recognize and reward contributions. 
E)  Devote the majority of the time to socializing.

Question 4

During the storming stage of group development, members hesitate to express strong opinions or assert their personal needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Vu tries to maintain strict control over the Spring Festival planning committee. He insists on controlling the direction and outcome of the committee's discussion. Which leadership style is Vu using?

Accepted Answer

A)  democratic 
B)  autocratic 
C)  situational 
D)  laissez-faire 
E)  aristocratic 
A)  democratic 
B)  autocratic 
C)  situational 
D)  laissez-faire 
E)  aristocratic

Question 6

Which leadership theory is based on the assumption that leaders are born, not made?

Accepted Answer

A)  Trait Theory 
B)  Styles Theory 
C)  Situational Theory 
D)  The 5-M Model of Leadership Effectiveness 
E)  none of the above 
A)  Trait Theory 
B)  Styles Theory 
C)  Situational Theory 
D)  The 5-M Model of Leadership Effectiveness 
E)  none of the above

Question 7

According to your textbook, which of the following strategies can help you and your group deal with self-centered members?

Accepted Answer

A)  comply, communicate, or console the member 
B)  correct, coerce, or condemn the member 
C)  instruct, coach, or punish the member 
D)  accept, confront, or exclude the member 
E)  ignore, defy, or chastise the member 
A)  comply, communicate, or console the member 
B)  correct, coerce, or condemn the member 
C)  instruct, coach, or punish the member 
D)  accept, confront, or exclude the member 
E)  ignore, defy, or chastise the member

Question 8

Your textbook authors write, "Effective groups learn to balance conflict and cohesion as they interact to achieve a common goal." Explain what this statement means and discuss two strategies for promoting group cohesion.

Accepted Answer

The statement "Effective groups learn to

Question 9

Even though Wayne is chairperson of the finance committee, he does little or nothing to help the group. He tends to let the group take charge of all decisions and actions. Which leadership style is Wayne using?

Accepted Answer

A)  democratic 
B)  autocratic 
C)  situational 
D)  laissez-faire 
E)  functional 
A)  democratic 
B)  autocratic 
C)  situational 
D)  laissez-faire 
E)  functional

Question 10

The ideal size of a problem-solving group is four members.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

"I checked with the reference librarian and she said…" This statement would most likely be made by a group member functioning in which of the following roles?

Accepted Answer

A)  information seeker 
B)  information giver 
C)  opinion seeker 
D)  opinion giver 
E)  clarifier/summarizer 
A)  information seeker 
B)  information giver 
C)  opinion seeker 
D)  opinion giver 
E)  clarifier/summarizer

Question 12

A Dominator prevents others from participating, interrupts others, and tries to manipulate others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A virtual group is one that

Accepted Answer

A)  relies on technology to communicate. 
B)  exists only for a short period of time. 
C)  lacks a leader. 
D)  lacks a clear purpose. 
E)  has the same dynamics as other groups. 
A)  relies on technology to communicate. 
B)  exists only for a short period of time. 
C)  lacks a leader. 
D)  lacks a clear purpose. 
E)  has the same dynamics as other groups.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What type of leader gains satisfaction from working well with other people even if the cost is failing to complete a task?

Accepted Answer

A)  task-motivated leader 
B)  leader-member leader 
C)  autocratic leader 
D)  relationship-motivated leader 
E)  situational leader 
A)  task-motivated leader 
B)  leader-member leader 
C)  autocratic leader 
D)  relationship-motivated leader 
E)  situational leader

Question 16

A Gatekeeper is a group maintenance role.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

__________ are sets of expectations held by group members concerning what kinds of behavior or opinions are acceptable or unacceptable, good or bad, right or wrong, appropriate or inappropriate.

Accepted Answer

A)  Tensions 
B)  Hidden agendas 
C)  Roles 
D)  Cohesions 
E)  Norms 
A)  Tensions 
B)  Hidden agendas 
C)  Roles 
D)  Cohesions 
E)  Norms

Question 18

You have joined a newly formed group responsible for developing a recycling program for your community. At first, group members are somewhat uncomfortable working with people they don't know. Which of Tuckman's stages of group development is your group experiencing?

Accepted Answer

A)  norming 
B)  forming 
C)  storming 
D)  performing 
E)  adjourning 
A)  norming 
B)  forming 
C)  storming 
D)  performing 
E)  adjourning

Question 19

Which of the following situations best represents group communication as defined in the textbook?

Accepted Answer

A)  people talking in an elevator 
B)  people discussing the weather at an airport 
C)  fans cheering at a baseball game 
D)  jury members deliberating a court case 
E)  a congregation listening to a sermon 
A)  people talking in an elevator 
B)  people discussing the weather at an airport 
C)  fans cheering at a baseball game 
D)  jury members deliberating a court case 
E)  a congregation listening to a sermon

Which of the following statements is characteristic of a cohesive group?

The 5-M Model of Leadership Effectiveness divides leadership tasks into five interdependent leadership functions: model leadership behavior, motivate members, manage group processes, mentor members, and make decisions.

During the storming stage of group development, members hesitate to express strong opinions or assert their personal needs.

Vu tries to maintain strict control over the Spring Festival planning committee. He insists on controlling the direction and outcome of the committee's discussion. Which leadership style is Vu using?

Which leadership theory is based on the assumption that leaders are born, not made?

According to your textbook, which of the following strategies can help you and your group deal with self-centered members?

Your textbook authors write, "Effective groups learn to balance conflict and cohesion as they interact to achieve a common goal." Explain what this statement means and discuss two strategies for promoting group cohesion.

Even though Wayne is chairperson of the finance committee, he does little or nothing to help the group. He tends to let the group take charge of all decisions and actions. Which leadership style is Wayne using?

The ideal size of a problem-solving group is four members.

"I checked with the reference librarian and she said…" This statement would most likely be made by a group member functioning in which of the following roles?

A Dominator prevents others from participating, interrupts others, and tries to manipulate others.

A virtual group is one that

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

What type of leader gains satisfaction from working well with other people even if the cost is failing to complete a task?

A Gatekeeper is a group maintenance role.

__________ are sets of expectations held by group members concerning what kinds of behavior or opinions are acceptable or unacceptable, good or bad, right or wrong, appropriate or inappropriate.

You have joined a newly formed group responsible for developing a recycling program for your community. At first, group members are somewhat uncomfortable working with people they don't know. Which of Tuckman's stages of group development is your group experiencing?

Which of the following situations best represents group communication as defined in the textbook?

Human Communication

Understanding Your Self

Adapting to Others

Listening

Verbal Communication

Nonverbal Communication

Understanding Interpersonal Relationships

Improving Interpersonal Communication

Professional Relationships

Group Decision Making and Problem Solving

Planning Your Presentation

Content and Organization

Language and Delivery

Speaking to Inform

Speaking to Persuade

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Exam 10: Working in Groups

Which of the following statements is characteristic of a cohesive group?

The 5-M Model of Leadership Effectiveness divides leadership tasks into five interdependent leadership functions: model leadership behavior, motivate members, manage group processes, mentor members, and make decisions.

During the storming stage of group development, members hesitate to express strong opinions or assert their personal needs.

Vu tries to maintain strict control over the Spring Festival planning committee. He insists on controlling the direction and outcome of the committee's discussion. Which leadership style is Vu using?

Which leadership theory is based on the assumption that leaders are born, not made?

According to your textbook, which of the following strategies can help you and your group deal with self-centered members?

Your textbook authors write, "Effective groups learn to balance conflict and cohesion as they interact to achieve a common goal." Explain what this statement means and discuss two strategies for promoting group cohesion.

Even though Wayne is chairperson of the finance committee, he does little or nothing to help the group. He tends to let the group take charge of all decisions and actions. Which leadership style is Wayne using?

The ideal size of a problem-solving group is four members.

"I checked with the reference librarian and she said…" This statement would most likely be made by a group member functioning in which of the following roles?

A Dominator prevents others from participating, interrupts others, and tries to manipulate others.

A virtual group is one that

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

What type of leader gains satisfaction from working well with other people even if the cost is failing to complete a task?

A Gatekeeper is a group maintenance role.

__________ are sets of expectations held by group members concerning what kinds of behavior or opinions are acceptable or unacceptable, good or bad, right or wrong, appropriate or inappropriate.

You have joined a newly formed group responsible for developing a recycling program for your community. At first, group members are somewhat uncomfortable working with people they don't know. Which of Tuckman's stages of group development is your group experiencing?

Which of the following situations best represents group communication as defined in the textbook?

Human Communication

Understanding Your Self

Adapting to Others

Listening

Verbal Communication

Nonverbal Communication

Understanding Interpersonal Relationships

Improving Interpersonal Communication

Professional Relationships

Group Decision Making and Problem Solving

Planning Your Presentation

Content and Organization

Language and Delivery

Speaking to Inform

Speaking to Persuade

Filters