Groups

T/F

100

One of the most important skills when leading groups is being able to cut off members

true Chapter 8- pp slides

200

It is never an option for the leader to participate in exercises

False Chapter 11- pp slides

300

Getting member to go deeper is a form of drawing out in support and therapy groups

True Chapter 8- pp slides

400

It is important for the beginning leader to adapt exercises both to the needs of the group and to the age level, cultural background, and sophistication of the members.

True chapter 10-textbook pg 219

500

When processing exercises for personal growth, support, and therapy groups, the group members sometimes has to decide whether to focus on one person or on the group.

False- the leader decides thhe focus Chapter 11- textbook pg 267

Multiple Choice

100

Which of the following is an important group dynamicfactor in counseling groups? a) that the members like each other b) that the members feel a sense of belonging in the group c) all of the choices available are important d) that the members feel comfortable with one another

the correct answer is C Sample questions given to us by Dr. C

200

All of the following are mistakes of a beginning and/or inexperienced except: a) the overuse of rounds b) paricpating in exercises c) not allowing enough time for processing d) holding the focus on the first member to speak

b

300

Which of the following is not true of exercises? a) they are used to increase comfort level b) exercises should not be used during the closing phase of a session c) Exercised provide fun d) none of the above; they are all true

b

400

Which of the following is not given as an example of an creative props exercise? a) sculpt the group b) large beer bottle c) small chair d) styrofoam cups

a

500

A memberhas been speaking for a while, the leader wants to tighten the focus of what he has said so that others hear the most relevant points before moving on to the next topic. This is an example of: a) cutting off b) drawing out c) linking d) reflecting

d

Fill in the Blank

100

_____ can be used at any time. It is good during introductions, as well as the warm-up phase. It is also useful during the closing phase.

What is an exercise? Exercises

200

Other terms used for cutting off are _____ or _____

blocking or intervening chapter 8 pp

300

According to the authors, If ______ is the most essential skill a leader needs to know, then _____ is probably the second most important skill.

cutting off; drawing out chapter 8- pg 183 in text

400

Members can be drawn out _____ or _____. **2 methods mentioned in Dr. C powerpoint

directly or delicately

500

The value of _____ cannot be overemphasized—no skill, technique, or exercise mentioned in this book is more valuable than a _____. *one word. both blanks are the same word

What is a round? round

Answer

100

When the leader directs the behaviors, discussion, or attitude of the group members by using a specific activity, it is an _____

What is an exercise? Chapter 10-pp slides

200

the term the authors of the text used to refer to the skill of eliciting group members’ comments.

What is drawing out?

300

First impressions, Adjective checklists, metaphorical feedback, and strength bombardment are examples of what type of exercise?

feedback exercises

400

One of the most important (if not the most important) skills when leading groups is...?

being able to cut off members

500

To Build comfort, trust, and cohesion, to Get members focused, to Gather information and locate energy, to Shift the focus to involve all members, to Draw out quiet members, to Deepen the intensity, to Process exercises, and to Summarize are the eight reasons why...?

Why do we use rounds?/ 8 uses of rounds

Question

100

"On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate this group?" This is an example of what type of round?

Designated number Chapter 9- Pat's outline

200

What is the single most important therapeutic force?

clarity of purpose. exam 1

300

What is the most important phase of any exercise?

processing Chapter 11- pp slide

400

What are the four ways of processing?

1) through rounds 2) in dyads or triads 3) through writing 4) in the entire group

500

Name any 5 of the 14 kinds of exercises discussed in chapter 10 of the textboook

1. Written exercises 2. Movement exercises 3. Dyads and triads 4. Rounds 5. Creative props 6. Arts and crafts exercises 7. Fantasy exercises 8. Common reading exercises 9. Feedback exercises 10. Trust exercises 11. Experiential exercises 12. Moral dilemma exercises 13. Group-decision exercises 14. Touching exercises