Question 1

Effective leaders engage in _________________ after each session to determine the impact of his or her role in the group.​

Accepted Answer

self-evaluation (or similar concept)​

Question 2

If a leader decides that the purpose of a group should change to be more relevant to the members' needs,it is important that she advise the members that she is making this shift and give members a rationale.​

Accepted Answer

It is important for a leader to communicate any changes in the group's purpose to the members and explain their rationale. This helps ensure that members are aware of and understand the new direction, and can provide feedback or support as needed.

Question 3

As long as a group leader is clear about the purpose of a group,members usually figure it out on their own.​

Accepted Answer

Clarity about the purpose from the leader is important, but group members often need guidance, communication, and collaboration to fully understand and engage with the group's objectives.

Question 4

It is considered acceptable for groups to have more than one purpose.​

Accepted Answer

It is common for groups to have multiple purposes or goals, as long as they are related or complementary. Having more than one purpose can sometimes increase the group's effectiveness in achieving its overall objectives.

Question 5

​When leading a "single session" group,
A) ​little may be accomplished if members switch topics frequently
B) ​a follow-up session is always required
C) ​members always cooperate because they know they will be done soon
D) ​more therapy gets done because members know their time is limited

Accepted Answer

In a single session group, time is limited and members may feel the pressure to get their concerns addressed quickly. If members are switching topics frequently, it can be difficult to have meaningful discussions and achieve any significant progress. Therefore, little may be accomplished.

Question 6

During the beginning stage of a counseling group,when a member gets "off-track",that is,brings up a topic unrelated to the purpose of the group,the leader should​
A) ​Listen quietly in case the topic this member brings up is more interesting than the original topic of the group.
B) ​Ask the "off-track" member to leave the group
C) ​Ask the members to vote on which topic they want to focus on,the original topic that brought them there or this new topic of interest to one member
D) ​Redirect the conversation back to the topic the members originally wanted to discuss

Accepted Answer

The leader's role is to keep the group on track and focused on the purpose. Therefore, it is best for the leader to redirect the conversation back to the original topic of discussion. This can be done by restating the purpose of the group and gently reminding members of the topic they had agreed to focus on. Asking the member to leave the group (B) or voting on a new topic (C) could create discomfort or a sense of exclusion, potentially undermining the group's cohesion and trust. Listening quietly (A) might be appropriate in certain circumstances, but in this case would not be an effective strategy to keep the group focused.

Question 7

When leading a support group titled,"Surviving the Pain of Divorce",the leader focuses for twenty minutes on a member's wish to change jobs.This is an example of lack of clarity of purpose on the leader's part.​

Accepted Answer

The leader's focus on a member's wish to change jobs is not relevant to the purpose of the support group, which is to address the pain of divorce. This indicates a lack of clarity of purpose on the leader's part.

Question 8

Although it is important for a leader to receive feedback at the end of a group experience,he should interpret the feedback with caution because some members will only give positive feedback from a need to please,while others may give inaccurate negative feedback because of underlying anger at authority.​

Accepted Answer

It is true that some members may give positive feedback to please the leader and some may give inaccurate negative feedback due to underlying anger at authority. Therefore, the leader should interpret the feedback with caution.

Question 9

The purpose of the group should be determined during the ________________ session.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of The purpose of the group should be...

Question 10

Groups can have more than one purpose as long as these purposes are ____________________.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Groups can have more than one purpose...

Question 11

The authors advise against shifting the ________________of the group without informing members.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of The authors advise against shifting the ________________of...

Question 12

Once a group has begun,it is never acceptable to alter its purpose.​

Accepted Answer

It is acceptable to alter the purpose of a group if the members agree to it and are open to change. Sometimes, a group's original purpose may become irrelevant or the needs of the members may shift, requiring a change in the group's focus. Flexibility and adaptability can be important for the success of a group.

Question 13

Purpose refers to why the group is meeting and to the ____________________ and ____________________ of the group.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Purpose refers to why the group is...

Question 14

The authors believe that by keeping the purpose of a group vague,the members are much more appreciative of the leader's effort when the real purpose finally becomes clear.​

Accepted Answer

The statement suggests manipulation, lack of transparency and trust in the group, which are not advisable qualities for a leader. It is important for group members to understand the purpose and goals from the outset to ensure their buy-in and commitment to achieving those objectives.

Question 15

Because a group leader is so involved in the planning and leading of her groups,her evaluation of her own role and the effectiveness of a particular group is subjective and,therefore,not very useful.​

Accepted Answer

While a group leader's evaluation might be subjective due to their involvement, it can still provide valuable insights into the group's dynamics, effectiveness, and areas for improvement, making it a useful tool for reflection and growth.

Question 16

Clarity of purpose is the most important factor in determining the ____________________ of the group.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Clarity of purpose is the most important...

Question 17

When the purpose of a group is clear and well understood by the members,the leader and the members are more likely to accomplish the goals of the group.​

Accepted Answer

When the purpose of a group is clear and well understood, there is better communication and coordination within the group, which increases the likelihood of achieving the group's goals.

Question 18

According to the authors,being clear about the purpose of the group is the most important group leadership concept to be learned.​

Accepted Answer

The authors state in the given sentence that being clear about the purpose of the group is the most important group leadership concept to be learned, which makes the statement true.

Question 19

Clarity of purpose is most important in ____________________ groups.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Clarity of purpose is most important in...

Question 20

Once "purpose" is established in the opening session of a group,the sessions that follow do not need to have a clear purpose.​

Accepted Answer

Even though the purpose of the group may have been established in the opening session, each subsequent session should have a specific goal or objective in order to ensure that the group stays on track and makes progress towards its overall purpose.

Quiz 3: Purpose-Of-Groups

Effective leaders engage in _________________ after each session to determine the impact of his or her role in the group.

If a leader decides that the purpose of a group should change to be more relevant to the members' needs,it is important that she advise the members that she is making this shift and give members a rationale.

As long as a group leader is clear about the purpose of a group,members usually figure it out on their own.

It is considered acceptable for groups to have more than one purpose.

When leading a "single session" group,

During the beginning stage of a counseling group,when a member gets "off-track",that is,brings up a topic unrelated to the purpose of the group,the leader should

When leading a support group titled,"Surviving the Pain of Divorce",the leader focuses for twenty minutes on a member's wish to change jobs.This is an example of lack of clarity of purpose on the leader's part.

The purpose of the group should be determined during the ________________ session.

Groups can have more than one purpose as long as these purposes are ____________________.

The authors advise against shifting the ________________of the group without informing members.

Once a group has begun,it is never acceptable to alter its purpose.

Purpose refers to why the group is meeting and to the and of the group.

The authors believe that by keeping the purpose of a group vague,the members are much more appreciative of the leader's effort when the real purpose finally becomes clear.

Because a group leader is so involved in the planning and leading of her groups,her evaluation of her own role and the effectiveness of a particular group is subjective and,therefore,not very useful.

Clarity of purpose is the most important factor in determining the ____________________ of the group.

When the purpose of a group is clear and well understood by the members,the leader and the members are more likely to accomplish the goals of the group.

According to the authors,being clear about the purpose of the group is the most important group leadership concept to be learned.

Clarity of purpose is most important in ____________________ groups.

Once "purpose" is established in the opening session of a group,the sessions that follow do not need to have a clear purpose.