Speaking In Small Groups

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Question 1

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John Dewey, a philosopher and educator, suggested a process to solve problems that involves following a series of five steps and is called

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problem-solution.

Dewey's method.

reflective thinking.

scientific thinking.

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Question 2

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The group got together at Ted's apartment to work out a problem. First, they made sure everyone had a clear sense of what the problem was, and then they began to analyze it. Once they analyzed the problem,the group generated some possible solutions. What is going on in this group situation?

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Group members are effectively going through the decision-making process.

Group members are effectively going through the reflective thinking process.

Group members are effectively applying the critical thinking method to the problem.

Group members are effectively applying the scientific method to solve the problem.

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Question 3

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Your office improvement committee at work has thoroughly discussed the problem of a noisy office environment. Now they are starting to generate possible solutions, but are getting bogged down by commentsinfavor of or against certain ideas. What advice would help your group in this situation?

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They should back up and make sure that everyone clearly understands the problem.

They should refrain from evaluating ideas until they have generated a full list.

They should simply vote on which solution is the most feasible.

They should write down the pros and cons of each idea, to keep the information organized.

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Question 4

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When all members of a group support a final decision, they have achieved

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a census.

evidence evaluation.

a consensus.

the analysis step.

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Question 5

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Group members generated a list of potential solutions to the problem and during the evaluation of these ideas, Ripp spoke up, "It seems like we're veering away from the real problem. Could somebody summarizethe outcome of our problem analysis, so we can determine if we're still on the right track? By saying this, Ripp was

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showing that he has come prepared.

helping the group to manage conflict.

introducing conflict into the group process.

helping the group summarize its progress.

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Question 6

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Ariana presented evidence to the group in the form of library research that refuted some evidence on which they had already based their solution. Paula said they should just ignore it, since it opposedtheir solution to the problem. Russ suggested that they discuss it and decide whether this newly discovered evidence even applied to their project. Which tip for participating in a small group did Russ effectively enact?

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help manage conflict

prepare for group discussions

summarize the group's progress

evaluate the evidence

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Question 7

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Astyle of leadership characterized by superiority, the giving of orders, and control over group members is termed

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a laissez faire style.

a democratic style.

a management style.

an authoritarian style.

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Question 8

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Acontemporary leadership style that involves the process of influencing others by building a shared vision of the future, and by inspiring and helping them to see how their efforts are related to alargerframework is

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transformational leadership.

laissez faire leadership.

democratic leadership.

authoritarian leadership.

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Question 9

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Agroup leader who allows group members complete freedom in all aspects of the decision-making process and does little to help the group achieve its goal.

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a transformational leader.

a laissez faire leader.

an authoritarian leader.

a democratic leader.

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Question 10

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The instructor assigned Jan to be the group's leader, but others in the group have come to resent her. Although Jan runs the group efficiently, she rarely allows other group members to offer suggestionsand always controls how much gets accomplished. What's the term for Jan's leadership style?

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authoritarian

laissez faire

democratic

participative

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Question 11

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According to members of Lee's unit at work, Lee is an excellent manager. He knows what has to be done, gives his people clear orders, stays focused in the present, and generally directs people withskill.What type of leadership style BEST describes Lee?

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laissez faire

authoritarian

democratic

transformational

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Question 12

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A group leader who is objective, encourages group discussions and decisions, and guides when necessary is

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a laissez faire leader.

a transformational leader.

an authoritarian leader.

a democratic leader.

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Question 13

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In a _____ format, a group presents a short speech to the audience.

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discussion

symposium

panel

forum

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Question 14

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In a _____ format the group answers audience questions with short impromptu speeches.

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panel

symposium

meeting

forum

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Question 15

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In order to enhance teamwork in a group presentation, it is imperative to

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ensure everyone makes equal contributions.

ensure everyone understands the assignment.

solve the problem or issue as quickly as possible.

incorporate every suggestion.

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Question 16

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Reflective thinking is John Dewey's five-step method of problem solving.

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False

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Question 17

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Analysis is a process of examining the causes, effects, symptoms, history, and other background information that will help a group eventually reach a solution.

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Question 18

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Criteria are standards for identifying acceptable solutions.

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Question 19

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Once a group has selected the best solution, their final task is to test and implement the solution.

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Question 20

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Groups should resist the temptation to settle quickly on one solution before they have systematically examined the causes, effects, history, and symptoms of a problem.

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