Group Dynamics and Team Development Quiz

Explore group dynamics with questions on team formation, cohesion, communication, and conflict resolution. Test your knowledge now!

Practice Learn Test

Which of the following is a characteristic of effective teams?

High turnover rate

Low levels of trust

Open communication

Individual competition

What is a characteristic of a high-performing team?

High turnover rate

Lack of diversity

Effective communication

Hierarchical structure

Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing group cohesion?

Shared goals

Group size

Groupthink

Group success

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective team communication?

Active listening

Dominating conversations

Clear and concise messages

Respectful communication

What is the term for the tendency of individuals to conform to the group's norms and standards?

Group cohesion

Social loafing

Conformity

Group polarization

What stage of Tuckman's model of group development involves the initial formation of the group?

Storming

Norming

Forming

Performing

Which theory of group formation suggests that individuals seek to minimize costs and maximize rewards in their interactions with others?

Social identity theory

Social exchange theory

Groupthink theory

Social facilitation theory

Which stage of team development is marked by conflict and disagreement?

Forming

Storming

Norming

Performing

What is the primary purpose of a team charter?

To assign tasks to team members

To establish team goals and guidelines

To evaluate team performance

To select team leaders

#10

What does the acronym SMART stand for in the context of setting team goals?

Simple, Manageable, Achievable, Relevant, Timely

Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound

Strategic, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timely

Structured, Managed, Accountable, Relevant, Time-bound

#11

In the context of group decision-making, what is 'groupthink'?

A technique for generating creative ideas

A tendency for group members to conform and suppress dissent

A method for reaching consensus quickly

A strategy for resolving conflicts within a team

#12

According to the concept of 'task cohesion,' what keeps group members together?

Shared values and norms

Mutual respect among members

Commitment to achieving group goals

Enjoyment of social activities outside of work

#13

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of groupthink?

Illusion of invulnerability

Encouragement of dissenting opinions

Self-censorship

Pressure on dissenters to conform

#14

What is the term for a team member's tendency to withhold effort and rely on others to complete tasks?

Social loafing

Task avoidance

Collaborative slacking

Group negligence

#15

Which conflict resolution strategy involves finding a solution that partially satisfies all parties involved?

Collaborating

Compromising

Competing

Avoiding