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Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is a peer group?
A group made up of old and young members.
A group made up of members who are similar in age.
A group made up of young members only.
A group made up of older members only.
What is an example of a peer group?
People who work together.
Members of your family.
A study group.
The police service.
Primary Groups are usually (a) in size.
Secondary group members ________
Know each other by name
Have less personal relationships.
Have frequent interaction.
See each other regularly.
What is a characteristic of a primary group?
Provides emotional benefits such as love and care
Can have more formal rules
Membership is temporary and voluntary
Interaction is not face to face
Which is an example of a primary group?
A group of friends
A school
A family
A sport group
Which is an example of a secondary group?
A group of friends
A School
A Family
A Sports Team
What is a characteristic of a formal group?
No fixed criteria, members can join and leave quickly
Tends to be small
There are no written rules
Clearly defined hierarchal structure, with status, roles and clear lines of authority
What is a characteristic of an informal group?
Leaders are appointed or elected
Has organized activities and fixed meeting times
There are no written rules
Clearly defined and lasting, can last for several years
An individual may join a group because
He/she is bored
He/she can identify with the same aims of the group
He/she is learning to work independently
He/she wants to be a leader
