Deck 11: Small Groups

Question 1

Melinda is a part of a local city committee to examine the possibility of building a homeless shelter.This is an example of what kind of group?

A)self-help group
B)psychoeducational group
C)mutual aid group
D)task group

Answer 1

D

Question 2

A theory which asserts that social power is what determines who gets valued resources in groups and also influences people's expectations of others' abilities is ______.

A)self-categorization theory
B)group development theory
C)exchange theory
D)social identity theory

Answer 2

C

Question 3

A collection of individuals who interact with each other,perceive themselves as belonging to a group,and are interdependent is generally defined as a ______.

A)neighborhood group
B)friendship group
C)task group
D)small group

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Groups that develop in a spontaneous manner on the basis of friendship or location represent the dimension of what kind of group structure?

A)formed group
B)open group
C)time-limited group
D)natural group

Question 5

______ builds on social identity theory by suggesting that people divide the world into in-groups and out-groups and are more influenced by the in-groups to which they belong.

A)Self-categorization theory
B)Group development theory
C)Exchange theory
D)Social identity theory

Question 6

A group that permits the addition of new members throughout the group's life is a(n)______.

A)open group
B)ongoing group
C)time-limited group
D)closed group

Question 7

Groups where there is one set time for termination represent the dimension of what kind of group structure?

A)open group
B)ongoing group
C)time-limited group
D)closed group

Question 8

When the main purpose of a group is to use the commonality of the problem or issue to build social support among members it is a ______.

A)therapy group
B)mutual aid group
C)task group
D)self-help group

Question 9

A group which has a defined purpose and is developed through the efforts of outsiders represents the dimension of what kind of group structure?

A)formed group
B)open group
C)time-limited group
D)natural group

Question 10

Diana belongs to a women's group for survivors of abuse,which is sponsored by the local Child and Family Support Center,to resolve her emotional trauma associated with an abusive experience.This is an example of what type of group?

A)self-help group
B)psychoeducational group
C)mutual aid group
D)therapy group

Question 11

When the main purpose of a group is to create a helping environment within the group milieu it is a ______.

A)therapy group
B)mutual aid group
C)self-help group
D)task group

Question 12

When the main purpose of a group is to accomplish a specific end or to advocate around a particular social issue or problem,it is a ______.

A)therapy group
B)psychoeducational group
C)task group
D)mutual aid group

Question 13

Bart attends the local AA group which focuses on the twelve-step program.This is an example of what kind of group?

A)self-help group
B)psychoeducational group
C)mutual aid group
D)therapy group

Question 14

Gloria belongs to a time-limited group for cancer survivors,which is led by a cancer survivor.This is an example of what kind of group?

A)self-help group
B)psychoeducational group
C)mutual aid group
D)therapy group

Question 15

When the main purpose of a group is for the provision of information about an experience or problem it is a ______.

A)therapy group
B)self-help group
C)task group
D)psychoeducational group

Question 16

Groups where there is no defined endpoint represent the dimension of what kind of group structure?

A)open group
B)ongoing group
C)time-limited group
D)closed group

Question 17

When the main purpose of a group is to assist individuals to resolve emotional and behavioral problems it is a ______.

A)therapy group
B)self-help group
C)task group
D)mutual aid group

Question 18

Overall group development exhibits patterns of interactions that can be characterized as ______.

A)group development
B)group dynamics
C)group process
D)group power

Question 19

A group that determines the minimum and maximum size of the group ahead of time is a(n)______.

A)open group
B)ongoing group
C)time-limited group
D)closed group

Question 20

Mary attended a one-time group meeting for family and friends of people in a drug rehabilitation center.She received information about the recovery process.This is an example of what kind of group?

A)self-help group
B)psychoeducational group
C)mutual aid group
D)task group

Question 21

An example of a mutual aid group is a committee formed to examine low-income housing needs in a community.

Question 22

Communication networks are links that group members have outside of the group.

Question 23

Interdisciplinary teams are generally composed of a variety of professional disciplines and may include consumers or clients.

Question 24

Socialization is an important benefit of small groups.

Question 25

Task-oriented leaders are skilled at facilitating problem-solving within the context of a group.

Question 26

A psychoeducational group focuses on the provision of information about an experience or problem.

Question 27

What theory focuses on the relationship between the unconscious processes and the rational processes of interpersonal interaction?

A)self-categorization theory
B)status characteristics and expectation states theory
C)psychodynamic theory
D)symbolic interaction theory

Question 28

Proponents of what type of leadership style require the leader to adapt his or her style to individual and group differences?

A)participatory leadership
B)situational leadership
C)laissez-faire leadership
D)authoritarian leadership

Question 29

Describe the main purpose and leadership of a therapy group.Provide an example.

Question 30

A team that is composed of professionals representing a variety of disciplines is referred as a(n)______.

A)task team
B)community team
C)interdisciplinary team
D)government team

Question 31

The monopolist,the silent member,the boring member,the help-rejecting complainer are examples of what types of group members?

A)role diffuse members
B)fixed role members
C)problem members
D)none of these

Question 32

Process-oriented leaders are skilled at identifying and managing group relationships.

Question 33

Two dimensions of group cohesiveness are ______.

A)task cohesion and social cohesion
B)heterogeneity and homogeneity
C)status and expectation
D)formal cohesion and informal cohesion

Question 34

A group leader who facilitates problem-solving within the context of a group is referred to as a(n)______.

A)mutual-aid leader
B)interpersonal leader
C)task-oriented leader
D)process-oriented leader

Question 35

When considering group processes,which theory explains that people rely on their stereotypes of groups in understanding how individual members can help the group accomplish its goals?

A)status characteristics and expectation states theory
B)exchange theory
C)psychodynamic theory
D)self-categorization theory

Question 36

A group leader who identifies and manages group relationships is referred to as a(n)______.

A)mutual-aid leader
B)interpersonal leader
C)task-oriented leader
D)process-oriented leader

Question 37

Task groups are generally run on a drop-in basis.

Question 38

Self-help groups are typically led by a trained clinician.

Question 39

Describe the main purpose and leadership of a mutual aid group.Provide an example.

Question 40

Therapy groups are typically small in size,with sometimes six or fewer members.

Question 41

Explain why stage models are inadequate for explaining how groups develop.

Question 42

Why is symbolic interaction a useful theoretical perspective in understanding small group behavior?

Question 43

Briefly explain the differences between stage models and process models of group development.

Question 44

Describe the main purpose and leadership of a task group.Provide an example.

Question 45

Briefly explain the different skills of a task-oriented leader and a process-oriented leader.

Question 46

Briefly explain how and when a psychoeducational group becomes therapeutic.

Question 47

Briefly explain the importance of group cohesiveness.

Question 48

Explain and discuss group dynamics including aspects of leadership,roles of group members,communication networks,and group cohesiveness.Why is it important for social workers to understand group dynamics?

Question 49

Explain and discuss the importance of interdisciplinary teams and the role of a social worker on these teams.Discuss the characteristics of successful teams.Share an example of your own experience in working on a team and what made it successful or not successful.

Question 50

Explain and discuss the concepts presented by each theory of group processes,including psychodynamic theory,status characteristics and expectation states theory,symbolic interaction theory,exchange theory,and self-categorization theory.Discuss these concepts in regards to the development,maintenance,and distribution of power and influence among group members.

Question 51

Briefly describe the history of group work in the United States.

Question 52

Explain,discuss,and define five of the therapeutic factors involved in group development.In your opinion,why are these therapeutic factors important for group development? How can these factors ensure successful outcomes?

Question 53

Compare and contrast the benefits of heterogeneity and homogeneity in a group.

Question 54

What are sociograms and why are they useful in understanding group behaviors?

Question 55

What are important considerations social workers must give thought to when deciding whether to use virtual groups?

Question 56

Define and explain the self-categorization theory.