Deck 10: Exercises

Question 1

A movement exercise that involves members walking to either side of the room is often used to help them explore their _______________.​

Answer 1

​values

Question 2

Choices of names of exercises:
A.Arts and crafts
B.Common reading
C.Creative props
D.Experiential
E.Fantasy
F.Moral dilemma
G.Movement
H.Touching
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When directing members to think about the amount of fun in their lives,the leader sets a small chair in the middle of the circle to focus the discussion.​

Answer 2

​c

Question 3

Exercises designed to give members the opportunity to hear what others think of them,such as strength bombardment,first impressions,or wishes are _________________________exercises.​

Answer 3

feedback​

Question 4

Which of the following is TRUE about the use of fantasy exercises in groups?​

A) ​Asking members to close their eyes is unethical.
B) ​Members may get in touch with unconscious pain.
C) ​The use of fantasy exercises is "fluff" and should be avoided.
D) ​Fantasy exercises do not allow members to make connections to their daily lives.

Question 5

Written exercises are useful in getting ___________________ members to share in the group.​

Question 6

Choices of names of exercises:
A.Arts and crafts
B.Common reading
C.Creative props
D.Experiential
E.Fantasy
F.Moral dilemma
G.Movement
H.Touching
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Activities are done on an outdoor course made of ropes.​

Question 7

Choices of names of exercises:
A.Arts and crafts
B.Common reading
C.Creative props
D.Experiential
E.Fantasy
F.Moral dilemma
G.Movement
H.Touching
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A story is read to members and each has to decide how he/she would handle the situation.​

Question 8

Choices of names of exercises:
A.Arts and crafts
B.Common reading
C.Creative props
D.Experiential
E.Fantasy
F.Moral dilemma
G.Movement
H.Touching
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Members lightly put their hands on each others' shoulders to covey positive energy to one another.​

Question 9

According to the authors,____________________ exercises are among the most versatile and useful exercise types.​

Question 10

It is important for the beginning leader to adapt exercises to all of the following EXCEPT the​

A) ​needs of the group.
B) ​age level of members.
C) ​sophistication of the members.
D) ​cultural background of the leader.

Question 11

Any leader using an exercise where _______________is involved must consider the appropriateness and comfort of all group members.​

Question 12

In a ____________ ________________ exercise,the leader has members form a physical representation of their family as they see them now,or when they were growing up.​

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a reason given by the authors for using exercises in a group? ​

A) ​Providing fun
B) ​Deepening the group's focus
C) ​Testing members' boundaries
D) ​Increasing members' comfort level

Question 14

Because groups involve sharing,the amount of _______________ members have in one another is a group dynamic the leader must access.​

Question 15

Feedback exercises may be most valuable when ​

A) ​trust is low among members.
B) ​a negative member needs to be "put in her place."
C) ​one member wants to know what others think of him.
D) ​members are allowed to say whatever they want to each other.

Question 16

When using an exercise that involves members having to rely upon one another for their physical and/or emotional safety,the leader must be aware of the level of ______________ among the members.​

Question 17

When the leader directs the behaviors,discussion,or attention of the group members by using a specific activity,it is a/an ________________________.​

Question 18

According to Jacobs,Masson,and Harvill,the most helpful and important component of any exercise is _______________________.​

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT an important consideration when using touching exercises?​

A) ​Giving an option of non-participation
B) ​Assessing the comfort level of members
C) ​Asking members to state specific objections
D) ​Explaining how the exercise will be conducted

Question 20

Choices of names of exercises:
A.Arts and crafts
B.Common reading
C.Creative props
D.Experiential
E.Fantasy
F.Moral dilemma
G.Movement
H.Touching
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The leader directs members to imagine themselves as a common object in the room and asks what life would be like if they were that object.​

Question 21

"Arts and crafts" are generally used in a fun or playful context and should never be used as a serious group exercise.​

Question 22

Movement exercises might NOT be recommended for _____________________.​

A) Teens​
B) ​Adults
C) ​Children
D) ​The elderly

Question 23

Group decision exercises can be used to explore how well people in a group work together and have a cooperative attitude.​

Question 24

In addition to being a experiential exercise,arts and crafts exercises can serve as a projective technique by which members get more in touch with their feelings.​

Question 25

All of the following represent reasons for group leaders to use exercises EXCEPT​

A) ​To generate interest and energy
B) ​To deepen the group's focus
C) ​To keep members from arguing
D) ​To provide information

Question 26

The use of diaries or journals in a group provide a chance for members to write down thoughts and feelings they may not feel comfortable sharing with others.​

Question 27

A leader must never allow a member to not participate in an exercise for fear of losing control over the group.​

Question 28

The use of which of the following exercises is the most likely to build trust among members?​

A) Rounds​
B) ​Fantasy
C) ​Creative props
D) ​Common reading

Question 29

The following is a good definition of the term "exercise" when used in the context of group leadership: "When the leader directs the behaviors,discussion,or attention of the group members by using a specific activity,it is an exercise."​

Question 30

Any leader using any exercise where touching is going to be involved must consider the appropriateness for and comfort of the members in both touching and being touched.​

Question 31

Feedback exercises are especially useful with members who are not very open to hearing what others think of them.​

Question 32

Under no circumstances is it appropriate for members of a group to have physical contact with one another.​

Question 33

As a leader develops a plan for a particular session,it is important that she gives thought to one or more exercises that will be helpful in making the group go well.​

Question 34

​Fantasy exercises are most often used in growth and therapy groups.

Question 35

Exercises should never be used for fun in a group.​

Question 36

Directing members to create a collage by cutting out pictures,words,or phrases from a magazine that best describe them is an example of using ______________________ in group.​

A) ​Fantasy
B) ​Arts and crafts
C) ​Creative props
D) ​Family sculpture

Question 37

Asking members to position themselves somewhere between two walls in the room that represent their level of comfort in the group in an example of conducting a _________________ exercise.​

A) Trust​
B) ​Movement
C) ​Group decision
D) ​Moral dilemma

Question 38

During this exercise,members are given a written list of 15 to 20 descriptive words and are directed to pick 3 to 5 words that describe the member who is receiving feedback.​

A) ​Adjective checklist
B) ​Talk about the members
C) ​Strength bombardment
D) ​Metaphorical Feedback

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT true of experiential exercises?​

A) ​They provide equal benefit for all members.
B) ​They are often active and challenging by nature.
C) ​They generate interest and energy for members.
D) ​They give members a new and different experience.

Question 40

An exercise involving a moral dilemma,such as a conflict between stealing food and remaining hungry,may be helpful for members wishing to explore their value systems.​

Question 41

Why is it important for leaders to adapt exercises according to the age level,cultural background,or level of sophistication of group members?​

Question 42

What are the pros and cons of using written exercises in groups?​

Question 43

Give examples of exercises that might be helpful to evaluate member progress in group.​

Question 44

Discuss why using an exercise in the beginning phase of the group session might be helpful for members and the leader.​

Question 45

How can exercises provide opportunities for experiential learning?​

Question 46

What are the benefits of using dyads in group?​