Deck 10: Exercises

Question 1

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

Answer 1

C

Question 2

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

Answer 2

processing

Question 3

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.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

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

Question 5

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 6

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

Question 7

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 8

MATCHING: Match the exercises described below with the appropriate names of exercises listed here.
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
Members lightly put their hands on each others'
shoulders to covey positive energy to one
another.

Question 9

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

Question 10

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 11

MATCHING: Match the exercises described below with the appropriate names of exercises listed here.
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
A story is read to members and each has to
decide how he/she would handle the situation.

Question 12

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

Question 13

Written exercises are useful in getting Written exercises are helpful to get __________member to share______________members to share in the group.

Question 14

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 15

According to the authors, _______________exercises are among the most versatile and useful exercise types.

Question 16

MATCHING: Match the exercises described below with the appropriate names of exercises listed here.
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
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.

Question 17

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 18

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

Question 19

MATCHING: Match the exercises described below with the appropriate names of exercises listed here.
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
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 20

MATCHING: Match the exercises described below with the appropriate names of exercises listed here.
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
Activities are done on an outdoor course
made of ropes.

Question 21

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

Question 22

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 23

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

Question 24

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

Question 25

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 26

Exercises should never be used for fun in a group.

Question 27

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 28

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

Question 29

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 30

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

Question 31

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

Question 32

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 33

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 34

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

Question 35

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

Question 36

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 37

Movement exercises might NOT be recommended for _____________________.

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

Question 38

How can exercises provide opportunities for experiential learning?

Question 39

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

Question 40

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

Question 41

What are the benefits of using dyads in group?