Small Group Dynamics Quiz v.2

What is the primary purpose of defining the group's mission and objectives?

• To decide who will be the leader

• To ensure all members understand and agree on the goals

• To determine the meeting schedule

• To assign tasks to each member

Why is effective communication important in a small group?

• It helps members to be more competitive

• It encourages open and honest dialogue

• It reduces the need for meetings

• It allows members to avoid conflict

Which of the following is a characteristic of strong leadership in a small group?

• Having a designated leader who is approachable and supportive

• Allowing the group to function without any leader

• Ensuring the leader makes all decisions independently

• Assigning leadership roles to all members equally

How can diverse skills and perspectives benefit a small group?

• By making decision-making faster

• By including members with the same background and expertise

• By valuing different viewpoints and ideas

• By avoiding conflicts and disagreements

What is essential for building trust and mutual respect among group members?

• Relying solely on the leader for decisions

• Building trust through reliability and integrity

• Ensuring only one person speaks in meetings

• Ignoring differences in opinions

Why is it important to have defined roles and responsibilities in a small group?

• To make sure everyone knows their tasks and expectations

• To allow members to choose their roles each day

• To limit the number of meetings

• To focus only on the leader's tasks

What promotes collaboration and teamwork in a small group?

• By making decision-making faster

• By including members with the same background and expertise

• By valuing different viewpoints and ideas

• By avoiding conflicts and disagreements

How should a small group approach problem-solving?

• By avoiding conflicts

• By developing strategies for addressing and resolving conflicts

• By ignoring challenges

• By relying on the leader to solve all problems

What is the purpose of holding members accountable in a small group?

• To establish mechanisms for tracking progress and outcomes

• To assign blame when things go wrong

• To reduce the number of meetings

• To increase competition among members

Why is adaptability and flexibility important for a small group?

• To stick to the original plan no matter what

• To adapt to unexpected challenges or shifts in goals

• To avoid any changes once goals are set

• To limit the group's ability to try new ideas