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WorksheetsGroup Behavior Part 1
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 8mins
Gersick
Ford
Shwartz
Understanding that "teams" and "groups" are not synonymous is crucial. Despite their interchangeable use in common language, they carry distinct meanings.
Could interdependence be considered a defining attribute of a group?
Yes
No
____ groups are defined by the organization's structure.
Informal
command
Friendship
Interest
Which one of the following group types is organizationally determined?
a. job
b. task
c. work
d. authority
Which of the following statements most accurately describes interest groups?
a. They are longer lasting than friendship groups.
b. They develop because individual members have one or more common characteristics.
s.
c. They are formed because of some common objective.
d. They are governed by labor law
Groups based on support for a given sports team are examples of what sort of group?
A. booster
B. interest
C. friendship
D. sports
Which of the following is not one of the most common reasons people join groups?
a. security
b. status
c. equity
d. power
Nina, Andrew and Kia work in different departments but often eat lunch together. They are an example of what type of group?
a. formal
b. informal
c. command
d. task
The stabilization of group members is facilitated by creating an atmosphere of trust. Can you specify the stage at which this process starts?
forming
performing
norming
adjourning
When should managers determine acceptable group behaviour, such as communication and meeting frequency?
performing
adjourning
forming
storming
To build a cohesive group, it's essential to understand the stages that it may go through. One of the stages includes resistance and hostility. Knowing what to expect can help you navigate these challenges and lead your group to success. So, what is this critical stage called?
forming
adjourning
storming
norming
An ideal stage of teamwork, according to Tuckman, is the _______stage
adjourning
forming
norming
performing
The storming stage can be initiated by the leader or the coach
Which stage in group development is characterized by uncertainty, excitement, anticipation, and optimism about meeting new members?
a. norming
b. storming
c. forming
d. performing
Which is the stage of group development characterized by the development of close relationships and cohesiveness?
A. storming
B. norming
C. performing
D. forming
During the forming stage, individuals are assessing whether they are compatible with the group and if they can fit in.
When the group energy is focused on the task at hand, the group has moved to the _____ stage.
A. storming
B. norming
C. adjourning
D. performing
The second stage of the five-stage group development model is characterized by ________.
uncertainty about the purpose, structure, and leadership of the group
cohesiveness and close relationships among members of the group
intragroup conflict within the group
strong feelings of group identity among members of the group
The six member making up an flight crew, what is it?
Formal group
Informal group
A company is planning to launch a new product line so they have called all the departmental heads across the organization for meeting.
Command Group
Task Group
Interest Groups
Friendship Groups
People who may or may not be aligned into command or task groups may affiliate to attain a specific objective which each is concerned. What is called?
Interest groups
Command groups
Task groups
Friendship groups
Meet your project deadlines quickly with this model. It provides a precise sequence of steps for temporary groups to follow and unlock your team's full potential. Make it your go-to solution for project management. Which model are we discussing about?
accelerated formation
groupthink
groupshift
punctuated equilibrium
