Question 1

Tammy, Lisa, Bart, Madaline, and Roberto all work at Frink Electronics. Though they have not been working at the organization for terribly long, they recently went out for a drink after completing the first stage of a project. These five are in which stage of team development?
A) forming
B) storming
C) norming
D) performing
E) adjourning

Accepted Answer

The team is in the norming stage as they have just completed a project together and have gone out for a drink, indicating some level of camaraderie and established norms for interactions. They are not yet in the performing stage as they have not yet completed the entire project and there may still be some hurdles to overcome. They are not in the forming stage as they have already completed a project together and have some level of familiarity with each other. They are not in the storming stage as there is no indication of conflict or difficulty working together. They are not in the adjourning stage as they are still in the process of working on the project.

Question 2

What are the five stages of group development?
A) generation, implementation, construction, production, and termination
B) introduction, development, production, deterioration, and adjournment
C) initiation, evolution, maturation, degeneration, and termination
D) forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning
E) introducing, developing, performing, controlling, and terminating

Accepted Answer

The five stages of group development, as identified by Bruce Tuckman, are forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning. This model is widely accepted and used in various fields to understand the group dynamics and facilitate effective group functioning.

Question 3

Tammy, Lisa, Bart, Madaline, and Roberto all work at Frink Electronics. After work, Tammy, Lisa, and Madaline all enjoy going to the Lux Lounge for Happy Hour. Tammy, Lisa, Bart, Madaline, and Roberto constitute a(n) ________ group.
A) task
B) formal
C) informal
D) performance
E) action

Accepted Answer

B

Question 4

Astro Inc. is reorganizing and you have started working with your new workgroup just a day ago. According to the five-stage group-development model, at present your work group is in the ________ stage.
A) storming
B) norming
C) forming
D) performing
E) adjourning

Accepted Answer

The forming stage is characterized by group members getting to know each other, forming initial impressions, and establishing goals and objectives. As the individual members come together and begin to understand their tasks and objectives, they start to enter the storming stage, during which personality clashes or power struggles may occur. Norming comes after the storming stage, during which the group begins to develop a sense of unity and cohesion, and performance improves. Performing is the stage at which the group is functioning effectively, while adjourning occurs when the task at hand is completed, and the group disbands. As the workgroup has just started, they are still in the forming stage.

Question 5

Temporary groups with deadlines have their own unique sequencing of actions. The first of these actions is ________.
A) forming
B) first meeting
C) norming
D) transitioning
E) performing

Accepted Answer

The answer of Temporary groups with deadlines have their own...

Question 6

When the group energy is focused on the task at hand, the group has moved to the ________ stage.
A) storming
B) norming
C) production
D) maturation
E) performing

Accepted Answer

The stage where the group energy is focused on the task at hand is the performing stage. This is the stage where the group is working efficiently together and striving towards their shared goal.

Question 7

What happens during the adjourning stage of the five-stage group-development model?
A) wrapping up activities
B) assimilating a common set of expectations
C) solidifying the group structure
D) resisting the constraints of the group
E) dealing with uncertainty about leadership

Accepted Answer

The adjourning stage is the final stage of the five-stage group-development model, and during this stage, the group is disbanding or completing its task. At this stage, the focus of the group shifts to wrapping up activities, celebrating successes, and processing feelings of loss or disbandment.

Question 8

Julia, Bree, and David work in different departments but often eat lunch together. They are an example of a(n) ________ group.
A) formal
B) informal
C) command
D) task
E) interest

Accepted Answer

Julia, Bree, and David do not work in the same department, but they choose to eat lunch together. This indicates that they have formed an informal group based on their personal preferences and social interactions rather than on any formal organizational structure.

Question 9

Tammy, Lisa, Bart, Madaline, and Roberto all work at Frink Electronics. After work, Tammy, Lisa, and Madaline all enjoy going to the Lux Lounge for Happy Hour. Tammy, Lisa, and Madaline constitute a(n) ________ group.
A) task
B) formal
C) informal
D) performance
E) action

Accepted Answer

Tammy, Lisa, and Madaline enjoy going to Happy Hour together, indicating a personal relationship outside of work. This type of group is often referred to as an informal group.

Question 10

During the second stage of group development, ________.
A) close relationships are developed
B) the group demonstrates cohesiveness
C) intragroup conflicts occur
D) the job task is performed
E) groups disband

Accepted Answer

During the second stage of group development, also known as the storming stage, intragroup conflicts are common as group members establish their roles and try to agree on goals and methods for achieving them. It's a period of tension and disorganization as the group seeks to find its way forward. Close relationships, cohesiveness, and job tasks being performed typically come in later stages. Groups disbanding can happen at any stage, but it's not a typical feature of this stage.

Question 11

Which of the following stages of a five-stage group-development model is characterized by a great deal of uncertainty about the group's purpose, structure, and leadership?
A) introduction
B) storming
C) forming
D) evolution
E) norming

Accepted Answer

The forming stage is characterized by uncertainty about the group's purpose, structure, and leadership. This is the initial stage where members are getting to know each other, defining their roles and determining the objectives of the group.

Question 12

Which one of the following characteristics is not necessarily true about groups?
A) Group members are interdependent.
B) Groups have two or more members.
C) Groups are determined by the organization chart.
D) Groups interact.
E) Groups have particular objectives.

Accepted Answer

Groups are not necessarily determined by the organization chart. Some groups may form informally, without being dictated by the formal structure of an organization.

Question 13

Which of the following is not a reason why people join groups?
A) to consume fewer hours in decision making
B) to fulfill social needs for affiliation
C) to feel stronger and have fewer self-doubts
D) to achieve something that cannot be individually achieved
E) to have increased feelings of worth

Accepted Answer

People usually join groups to fulfill one or multiple needs such as social needs, achievement, affiliation, identity, and so on. While group decision making may lead to faster decisions, it may not necessarily be a reason for someone to join a group.

Question 14

Which stage of group development is characterized by the development of close relationships and cohesiveness?
A) bonding
B) norming
C) performing
D) initiating
E) forming

Accepted Answer

The norming stage is characterized by the development of close relationships and cohesiveness as the group begins to establish norms, resolve conflicts, and clarify roles and responsibilities. It is when the group starts to work together effectively and harmoniously towards a common goal.

Question 15

Which of the following statements is most likely to be true regarding the performing stage?
A) The performing stage is characterized by a great deal of uncertainty about the group's purpose, structure, and leadership.
B) During the performing stage, there is conflict over who will control the group.
C) The performing stage is complete when members have begun to think of themselves as part of a group.
D) For permanent work groups, performing is the last stage in development.
E) During the performing stage, members accept the existence of the group but resist the constraints it imposes on individuality.

Accepted Answer

In the performing stage, the group is fully functional and works on the task at hand. For permanent work groups, this is the last stage in development, as they continue to perform without moving to an adjourning stage.

Question 16

Which of the following statements is true regarding informal groups?
A) Informal groups are defined by the organization's structure.
B) In informal groups, the behaviors team members should engage in are stipulated by and directed toward organizational goals.
C) A group of people who come together to protest against a new law is an informal group.
D) The six members of an airline flight crew are an informal group.
E) Command groups and task groups are examples of informal groups.

Accepted Answer

Informal groups are formed by individuals within an organization and are not necessarily defined by the organization's structure or goals. They are often formed based on social needs or common interests outside of work, such as a group protesting against a new law. The six members of an airline flight crew, on the other hand, would be considered a formal work group. Command groups and task groups are also examples of formal work groups.

Question 17

Temporary groups with deadlines follow the five-stage group-development model of forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning.

Accepted Answer

Temporary groups with deadlines often do not follow the traditional five-stage group-development model linearly; they may skip stages or experience them in a different order due to time constraints.

Question 18

Which of the following statements is most likely true regarding the norming stage of group development?
A) According to the five-stage group-development model, this is the second stage in the group development model.
B) This stage is characterized by a great deal of uncertainty about the group's purpose, structure, and leadership.
C) During this stage, members accept the existence of the group but resist the constraints it imposes on individuality.
D) During this stage, the group develops a common set of expectations of what defines correct member behavior.
E) During this stage, the group performs the task at hand.

Accepted Answer

During the norming stage, the group develops a common set of expectations of what defines correct member behavior. A and B are incorrect because the norming stage may occur at different positions in different models of group development, and it is not characterized by uncertainty about the group's purpose, structure, and leadership. C is incorrect because accepting the existence of the group and resisting constraints on individuality is more typical of the forming stage. E is incorrect because task performance may occur during any stage of group development.

Question 19

According to the five-stage group-development model, at this stage your group is most likely to be characterized by ________.
A) intragroup conflicts
B) high cohesiveness
C) a common set of expectations of what defines correct member behavior
D) a great deal of uncertainty
E) a strong sense of group identity and camaraderie

Accepted Answer

The five-stage group-development model starts with the forming stage, which is characterized by a great deal of uncertainty as group members get to know each other and understand the group's purpose and structure.

Question 20

During the ________ stage of group development, members accept the existence of the group but resist the constraints it imposes on individuality.
A) norming
B) storming
C) performing
D) evolution
E) forming

Accepted Answer

The storming stage is characterized by conflicts and tension among group members as they assert their individuality and resist the constraints of the group. This stage is necessary for the group to move towards cohesion and productivity, but it can be a difficult and uncomfortable process.

Quiz 9: Foundations of Group Behavior

Tammy, Lisa, Bart, Madaline, and Roberto all work at Frink Electronics. Though they have not been working at the organization for terribly long, they recently went out for a drink after completing the first stage of a project. These five are in which stage of team development?

What are the five stages of group development?

Tammy, Lisa, Bart, Madaline, and Roberto all work at Frink Electronics. After work, Tammy, Lisa, and Madaline all enjoy going to the Lux Lounge for Happy Hour. Tammy, Lisa, Bart, Madaline, and Roberto constitute a(n) ________ group.

Astro Inc. is reorganizing and you have started working with your new workgroup just a day ago. According to the five-stage group-development model, at present your work group is in the ________ stage.

Temporary groups with deadlines have their own unique sequencing of actions. The first of these actions is ________.

When the group energy is focused on the task at hand, the group has moved to the ________ stage.

What happens during the adjourning stage of the five-stage group-development model?

Julia, Bree, and David work in different departments but often eat lunch together. They are an example of a(n) ________ group.

Tammy, Lisa, Bart, Madaline, and Roberto all work at Frink Electronics. After work, Tammy, Lisa, and Madaline all enjoy going to the Lux Lounge for Happy Hour. Tammy, Lisa, and Madaline constitute a(n) ________ group.

During the second stage of group development, ________.

Which of the following stages of a five-stage group-development model is characterized by a great deal of uncertainty about the group's purpose, structure, and leadership?

Which one of the following characteristics is not necessarily true about groups?

Which of the following is not a reason why people join groups?

Which stage of group development is characterized by the development of close relationships and cohesiveness?

Which of the following statements is most likely to be true regarding the performing stage?

Which of the following statements is true regarding informal groups?

Temporary groups with deadlines follow the five-stage group-development model of forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning.

Which of the following statements is most likely true regarding the norming stage of group development?

According to the five-stage group-development model, at this stage your group is most likely to be characterized by ________.

During the ________ stage of group development, members accept the existence of the group but resist the constraints it imposes on individuality.