Beebe_Masterson_TB_Cha
pter 3
Key: Answer, Page, Type, Learning Objective, Level
Type
A=Applied
C=Conceptual
F=Factual
Level
(1)=Easy; (2)=Moderate; (3)=Difficult
LO=Learning Objective
SG=Used in Study Guide
p=page
Beebe_Masterson_TB_Chapter 3
Multiple Choice Single Select
M/C Question 1
According to Maslow's theory, all the fundamental interpersonal needs are termed as deficiency needs, except
one. Which need is the exception?
a) Self-actualization
b) Safety
Consider This: Individuals subconsciously perceive deficiency needs as inner voids, which they
fill by drawing on the resources of other people.
LO 3.2: 1. Describe two classification systems of interpersonal needs / 2. Explain how the
classification systems relate to group formation
c) Physiology
Consider This: Individuals subconsciously perceive deficiency needs as inner voids, which they
fill by drawing on the resources of other people.
LO 3.2: 1.Describe two classification systems of interpersonal needs / 2. Explain how the
classification systems relate to group formation
d) Esteem
Consider This: Individuals subconsciously perceive deficiency needs as inner voids, which they
fill by drawing on the resources of other people.
LO 3.2: 1. Describe two classification systems of interpersonal needs / 2. Explain how the
classification systems relate to group formation
ANS: a
Objective=LO 3.2:1. Describe two classification systems of interpersonal needs / 2. Explain
how the classification systems relate to group formation, Difficulty=Easy, Skill=Understand
the Concepts, Topic=Interpersonal Needs
M/C Question 2
Which interpersonal needs are termed as survival needs according to Maslow’s theory?
a) Physiology needs and safety needs
b) Esteem needs and safety needs
Consider This: According to Maslow, satisfaction of these needs is necessary for basic human
existence.
LO 3.2: 1. Describe two classification systems of interpersonal needs / 2. Explain how the
classification systems relate to group formation
c) Self-actualization needs and belongingness needs
Consider This: According to Maslow, satisfaction of these needs is necessary for basic human
existence.
LO 3.2: 1. Describe two classification systems of interpersonal needs / 2. Explain how the
classification systems relate to group formation
d) Physiology needs and esteem needs
Consider This: According to Maslow, satisfaction of these needs is necessary for basic human
existence.
LO 3.2: 1. Describe two classification systems of interpersonal needs / 2. Explain how the
classification systems relate to group formation
ANS: a
Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 3.2: 1. Describe two classification systems of
interpersonal needs / 2. Explain how the classification systems relate to group formation,
Topic=Interpersonal Needs, Difficulty=Easy
M/C Question 3
____________ is the degree to which members share the same level of commitment to the group or team during
the early stages of group formation.
a) Mutuality of concern
b) Social loafing
Consider This: The degree to which members are concerned with the group’s task should be
clarified when the group is formed. This helps in resolving misunderstandings and resolving
conflicts.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
c) Complementarity
Consider This: The degree to which members are concerned with the group’s task should be
clarified when the group is formed. This helps in resolving misunderstandings and resolving
conflicts.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
d) Similarity
Consider This: The degree to which members are concerned with the group’s task should be
clarified when the group is formed. This helps in resolving misunderstandings and resolving
conflicts.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
ANS: a
Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of
concern in a work groupc, Topic=Establishing Mutuality of Concern, Difficulty=Easy
M/C Question 4
Which stage of group development is characterized by attempts to resolve earlier conflicts according to Bruce
Tuckman?
a) Norming
b) Performing
Consider This: Generally, at this stage, discussions to implement well-defined norms for the
group are conducted.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
c) Storming
Consider This: Generally, at this stage, discussions to implement well-defined norms for the
group are conducted.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
d) Forming
Consider This: Generally, at this stage, discussions to implement well-defined norms for the
group are conducted.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
ANS: a
Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2.
Discuss a group's movement through the initial stages of its formation, Topic=Group
Formation over Time, Difficulty=Easy
M/C Question 5
When a new member joins a group, the group reforms. Which two group development phases have a greater
probability of repeating during that process?
a) Forming and Storming
b) Storming and Norming
Consider This: When a group is reformed, anxiety and uncertainty about belonging in the group
come to the forefront. Then, conflict, individuality, and competition develop.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
c) Norming and Performing
Consider This: When a group is reformed, anxiety and uncertainty about belonging in the group
come to the forefront. Then, conflict, individuality, and competition develop.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
d) Forming and Performing
Consider This: When a group is reformed, anxiety and uncertainty about belonging in the group
come to the forefront. Then, conflict, individuality, and competition develop.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
ANS: a
Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2.
Discuss a group's movement through the initial stages of its formation, Topic=Group
Formation over Time, Difficulty=Easy
M/C Question 6
Due to which tendency, do people refrain from participating in group activities because they believe other
members would complete the task?
a) Social loafing
b) Hidden agenda
Consider This: Tackling these tendencies is a matter of fostering cognitive engagement.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
c) Similarity
Consider This: Tackling these tendencies is a matter of fostering cognitive engagement.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
d) Complementarity
Consider This: Tackling these tendencies is a matter of fostering cognitive engagement.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
ANS: a
Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of
concern in a work group, Topic=Establishing Mutuality of Concern, Difficulty=Easy
M/C Question 7
In which stage of group development do members tend to behave cautiously, as suggested by Bruce Tuckman?
a) Forming
b) Performing
Consider This: Feelings of anxiety and uncertainty about belonging to the group are hallmarks of
this stage.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
c) Norming
Consider This: Feelings of anxiety and uncertainty about belonging to the group are hallmarks of
this stage.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
d) Storming
Consider This: Feelings of anxiety and uncertainty about belonging to the group are hallmarks of
this stage.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
ANS: a
Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2.
Discuss a group's movement through the initial stages of its formation, Topic=Group
Formation over Time, Difficulty=Easy
M/C Question 8
After a newcomer enters a group, what is the final phase of the socialization process called?
a) Adjustment
b) Encounter
Consider This: In this stage, the process of stabilization of team performance occurs.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
c) Anticipation
Consider This: In this stage, the process of stabilization of team performance occurs.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
d) Performance
Consider This: In this stage, the process of stabilization of team performance occurs.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
ANS: a
Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2.
Discuss a group's movement through the initial stages of its formation, Topic=Group
Formation over Time, Difficulty=Easy
M/C Question 9
In high-context cultures, what factor is essential in enabling conversationalists to understand messages?
a) Physical environment
b) Verbal expression
Consider This: In addition to this, situations and the mood of the communicator also play key
roles for people in decoding messages.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
c) Nonverbal cues
Consider This: In addition to this, situations and the mood of the communicator also play key
roles for people in decoding messages.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
d) Background information
Consider This: In addition to this, situations and the mood of the communicator also play key
roles for people in decoding messages.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
ANS: a
Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in
communication and their effect on group formation and development, Topic=Culture and
Group Development, Difficulty=Easy
M/C Question 10
People belonging to which type of culture place a greater importance on nonverbal communication than others?
a) High-context culture
b) Low-context culture
Consider This: Individuals from this culture may also use fewer words to express themselves.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
c) High-contact culture
Consider This: Individuals from this culture may also use fewer words to express themselves.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
d) Low-contact culture
Consider This: Individuals from this culture may also use fewer words to express themselves.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
ANS: a
Objective=LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group
formation and development, Topic=Culture and Group Development, Difficulty=Easy,
Skill=Understand the Concepts
M/C Question 11
Jiao-long and Jing-sheng are foreign exchange students from Shanghai. They are pursuing their PhDs in Cultural
Studies at New York University. During dinner with their American friends out at a restaurant, they prefer sitting
beside each other rather than opposite each other. This behavior is a characteristic of which category of culture?
a) High-contact culture
b) Low-contact culture
Consider This: People in certain cultures are more comfortable with physical proximity.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
c) High-context culture
Consider This: People in certain cultures are more comfortable with physical proximity.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
d) Low-context culture
Consider This: People in certain cultures are more comfortable with physical proximity.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
ANS: a
Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in
communication and their effect on group formation and development, Topic=Culture and
Group Development, Difficulty=Moderate
M/C Question 12
Brad, an American citizen, goes to Tokyo on a business trip. Once there, he is asked to be part of a team. He
tries to take initiative and assert his autonomy in the group.
Brad’s behavior is a characteristic of
a) individualism.
b) collectivism.
Consider This: People from certain cultures show a lesser tendency to follow team guidelines.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
c) high-contact culture.
Consider This: People from certain cultures show a lesser tendency to follow team guidelines.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
d) high-context culture.
Consider This: People from certain cultures show a lesser tendency to follow team guidelines.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
ANS: a
Objective=LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group
formation and development, Topic=Culture and Group Development, Difficulty=Moderate,
Skill=Apply What You Know
M/C Question 13
Stanislas is a Swiss citizen who goes to Phnom Penh on a spiritual journey. There he experiences a tendency
among the locals to speak less and rely more on implicit cues. He finds it hard to get by, as he is accustomed to a
more direct way of verbal communication.
Stanislas’ behavior is typical of which culture?
a) Low-context culture
b) High-context culture
Consider This: People from certain cultures control information on a “need to know” basis.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
c) High-contact culture
Consider This: People from certain cultures control information on a “need to know” basis.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
d) Low-contact culture
Consider This: People from certain cultures control information on a “need to know” basis.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
ANS: a
Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in
communication and their effect on group formation and development, Topic=Culture and
Group Development, Difficulty=Moderate
M/C Question 14
When it comes to being with a group, Lionel believes he needs to behave consistently, while Zlatan thinks he
should adapt his behavior to change while with the group.
Lionel believes in ________ while Zlatan believes in
a) individualism; collectivism.
b) high-context culture; low-context culture.
Consider This: People from certain cultures show a lesser tendency to follow team guidelines,
while people belonging to other cultures conform to group norms and rate group decisions highly.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
c) high-contact culture; low-contact culture.
Consider This: People from certain cultures show a lesser tendency to follow team guidelines,
while people belonging to other cultures conform to group norms and rate group decisions highly.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
d) collectivism; individualism.
Consider This: People from certain cultures show a lesser tendency to follow team guidelines,
while people belonging to other cultures conform to group norms and rate group decisions highly.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
ANS: a
Skill=Analyze It, Objective=LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and
their effect on group formation and development, Topic=Culture and Group Development,
Difficulty=Moderate
M/C Question 15
Which need best describes the statement “Some people are natural caregivers and exercise their need to nurture
others in groups”?
a) Affection need
b) Control need
Consider This: People need to feel acceptance, warmth, and love, which can be provided by
groups they belong to.
LO 3.1: Express broadly why people join groups
c) Inclusion need
Consider This: People need to feel acceptance, warmth, and love, which can be provided by
groups they belong to.
LO 3.1: Express broadly why people join groups
d) Belongingness need
Consider This: People need to feel acceptance, warmth, and love, which can be provided by
groups they belong to.
LO 3.1: Express broadly why people join groups
ANS: a
Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Analyze It, Objective=LO 3.1: Express broadly why people join
groups, Topic=Why People Join Groups
M/C Question 16
“At times people may be attracted to others who exhibit qualities that they do not have but that they admire.”
The statement refers to which factor of interpersonal attraction?
a) Complementarity
b) Similarity
Consider This: It is the degree to which two people are compatibly different from each other.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
c) Physical attractiveness
Consider This: It is the degree to which two people are compatibly different from each other.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
d) Proximity
Consider This: It is the degree to which two people are compatibly different from each other.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
ANS: a
Objective=LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group,
Topic=Establishing Mutuality of Concern, Skill=Analyze It, Difficulty=Moderate
M/C Question 17
Park is an operations manager, who hails from Hallasan in Jeju Province. He was asked to move to Napoli and
manage a project there. His team consisted of two members, one from Italy, and the other from Austria. Since
Park has an inherent appreciation for effective teamwork that leads to the achievement of the group, he
disapproved of the self-seeking work style of his teammates.
Park belongs to which type of culture, and, in the given scenario, what would be a typical response from a
person belonging to such a culture?
a) Collectivistic culture; he would advise his teammates to concentrate on the team’s goal.
b) Individualistic culture; he would advise his teammates to focus on outperforming each other.
Consider This: People from these cultures are more likely to conform to group norms and to value
group decisions highly.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
c) High-context culture; he would advise his teammates to place more emphasis on nonverbal
communication.
Consider This: People from these cultures are more likely to conform to group norms and to value
group decisions highly.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
d) Low-context culture; he would advise his teammates to place more emphasis on verbal communication.
Consider This: People from these cultures are more likely to conform to group norms and to value
group decisions highly.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
ANS: a
Skill=Evaluate It, Topic=Culture and Group Development, Difficulty=Difficult,
Objective=LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group
formation and development
M/C Question 18
Falcao hails from Fortaleza in Brazil. While on a vacation to Oslo, he became friends with Morten. Over a
period of time, Falcao felt that Morten seemed less aware of situations and nonverbal cues. Furthermore, he
noticed that Morten tended to consider knowledge a product.
Morten’s behavioral pattern is a feature of which kind of culture?
a) Low-context culture
b) Low-contact culture
Consider This: Individuals from these cultures tend to require detailed background information.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
c) High-contact culture
Consider This: Individuals from these cultures tend to require detailed background information.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
d) High-context culture
Consider This: Individuals from these cultures tend to require detailed background information.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
ANS: a
Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in
communication and their effect on group formation and development, Topic=Culture and
Group Development, Difficulty=Moderate
M/C Question 19
Cobie is a Canadian archaeologist, and lives in Montreal. She is asked to lead a three-member team for a dig in
Riyadh. While interacting with Saudi locals there, she feels that they are getting too close to her, and her
personal space is getting invaded. She also notices that she feels uncomfortable in the company of both male and
female locals.
Cobie’s discomfort is indicative of which type of culture?
a) Low-contact culture
b) High-context culture
Consider This: An individual from this culture will disapprove of increased physical intimacy,
perceived or otherwise.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
c) Low-context culture
Consider This: An individual from this culture will disapprove of increased physical intimacy,
perceived or otherwise.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
d) High-contact culture
Consider This: An individual from this culture will disapprove of increased physical intimacy,
perceived or otherwise.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
ANS: a
Topic=Culture and Group Development, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Apply What You Know,
Objective=LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group
formation and development
M/C Question 20
“However, evidence indicates that this factor diminishes in importance over time.”
Which factor of interpersonal attraction is the statement referring to?
a) Physical attractiveness
b) Complementarity
Consider This: Research has indicated that in North American cultures, this factor is more
relevant for men than women.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
c) Similarity
Consider This: Research has indicated that in North American cultures, this factor is more
relevant for men than women.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
d) Interaction
Consider This: Research has indicated that in North American cultures, this factor is more
relevant for men than women.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
ANS: a
Skill=Analyze It, Objective=LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a
work group, Topic=Establishing Mutuality of Concern, Difficulty=Moderate
M/C Question 21
The members of a relatively new team are trying to settle the differences that they previously had with each
other. How can the group achieve this objective and commence working in a cooperative and productive
manner?
a) By successfully negotiating the norming stage of group development
b) By successfully negotiating the storming stage of group development
Consider This: At this phase, group members strive to agree on well-defined group guidelines.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
c) By successfully negotiating the forming stage of group development
Consider This: At this phase, group members strive to agree on well-defined group guidelines.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
d) By successfully negotiating the performing stage of group development
Consider This: At this phase, group members strive to agree on well-defined group guidelines.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
ANS: a
Skill=Evaluate It, Objective=LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a
group's movement through the initial stages of its formation, Topic=Group Formation over
Time, Difficulty=Difficult
M/C Question 22
How can a newcomer to a group and the existing members form a rapport with each other, which would lead to
steadiness in the functioning of the team?
a) By successfully negotiating the encounter stage of group development
b) By successfully negotiating the anticipation stage of group development
Consider This: In this phase, expectations of the group members about the newcomer are
modified or reinforced very quickly.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
c) By successfully negotiating the adjustment stage of group development
Consider This: In this phase, expectations of the group members about the newcomer are
modified or reinforced very quickly.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
d) By successfully negotiating the storming stage of group development
Consider This: In this phase, expectations of the group members about the newcomer are
modified or reinforced very quickly.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
ANS: a
Skill=Evaluate It, Objective=LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a
group's movement through the initial stages of its formation, Topic=Group Formation over
Time, Difficulty=Difficult
M/C Question 23
Soccer is Sid’s biggest passion. So, when he came to know that a new local soccer club named “Red Devils
United” was looking to recruit budding players, Sid was among the first people to join the club.
Which factor contributed to Sid’s prompt membership, and why?
a) Group activities; Sid was attracted by the club’s activity.
b) Group goals; Sid was attracted by the club’s well-defined goal.
Consider This: People who are interested in the same pursuits tend to form groups.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
c) Group membership; Sid was attracted by the prestige associated with joining the club.
Consider This: People who are interested in the same pursuits tend to form groups.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
d) Group similarity; Sid was attracted by the like-minded members of the club.
Consider This: People who are interested in the same pursuits tend to form groups.
LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
ANS: a
Topic=Establishing Mutuality of Concern, Difficulty=Evaluate It, Skill=Difficult,
Objective=LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a work group
M/C Question 24
Due to the volatility that occurs when new members enter teams, or when existing members leave teams, the
members who remain constant undergo various membership stages.
Which crucial factor needs to be properly addressed during the provided group development stage?
a) Mutual trust
b) Successful socialization
Consider This: This aspect needs to be developed among more established and newer teammates.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
c) Group goal
Consider This: This aspect needs to be developed among more established and newer teammates.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
d) Effective teamwork
Consider This: This aspect needs to be developed among more established and newer teammates.
LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a group's movement through the
initial stages of its formation
ANS: a
Skill=Analyze It, Objective=LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a
group's movement through the initial stages of its formation, Difficulty=Moderate,
Topic=Group Formation over Time
M/C Question 25
Karim, who was born and brought up in Kuwait City, decided to take his wife to Nova Scotia for their
honeymoon. Throughout the trip, he greeted everyone he met with extra-friendly handshakes and bear hugs, so
much so, that the people he came in contact with thought of him as a bit of an eccentric character.
Which type of culture best explains Karim’s behavior?
a) High-contact culture
b) High-context culture
Consider This: In some cultures, people are extra relaxed about touching, and being touched, by
others.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
c) Low-context culture
Consider This: In some cultures, people are extra relaxed about touching, and being touched, by
others.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
d) Low-contact culture
Consider This: In some cultures, people are extra relaxed about touching, and being touched, by
others.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
ANS: a
Topic=Culture and Group Development, Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=LO 3.7:
Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development, Difficulty=Moderate
Essay
SA Question 26
Question text not available.
Consider This: In some cultures, people are extra relaxed about touching, and being touched, by
others.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
ANS: Analyze the various stages of group development as proposed by Bruce Tuckman.
Skill=Analyze It, Objective=LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a
group's movement through the initial stages of its formation, Topic=Group Formation over
Time, Difficulty=Moderate
SA Question 27
How have the cultural differences between individualistic and collectivistic people in a group lowered group
satisfaction and thereby hindered the development of the group?
Consider This: In some cultures, people are extra relaxed about touching, and being touched, by
others.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Analyze It, Objective=LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in
communication and their effect on group formation and development, Topic=Culture and
Group Development
SA Question 28
Examine the role played by three basic human needs in influencing individuals during the formation of a group
and the subsequent interpersonal interactions, as suggested by William Schutz.
Consider This: In some cultures, people are extra relaxed about touching, and being touched, by
others.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
Skill=Analyze It, Objective=LO 3.2: 1. Describe two classification systems of interpersonal
needs / 2. Explain how the classification systems relate to group formation,
Topic=Interpersonal Needs, Difficulty=Moderate
SA Question 29
“Diversity in groups is clearly associated with positive outcomes for groups, particularly with task-oriented or
productivity outcomes.”
Criticize the statement with regard to homogeneity and diversity in groups.
Consider This: In some cultures, people are extra relaxed about touching, and being touched, by
others.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
Skill=Analyze It, Objective=LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and
their effect on group formation and development, Topic=Culture and Group Development,
Difficulty=Moderate
SA Question 30
Examine and explain the changes that occur in the dynamics of a group when a newcomer enters.
Consider This: In some cultures, people are extra relaxed about touching, and being touched, by
others.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
Skill=Analyze It, Objective=LO 3.8: 1. Describe group formation over time / 2. Discuss a
group's movement through the initial stages of its formation, Topic=Group Formation over
Time, Difficulty=Moderate
Essay Question 31
Analyze the reason why people join groups, as explained by Maslow’s theory.
Consider This: In some cultures, people are extra relaxed about touching, and being touched, by
others.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
Skill=Analyze It, Objective=LO 3.2: 1. Describe two classification systems of interpersonal
needs / 2. Explain how the classification systems relate to group formation,
Topic=Interpersonal Needs, Difficulty=Moderate
Essay Question 32
Analyze the repeated cyclical development of groups by applying Schutz’s theory.
Consider This: In some cultures, people are extra relaxed about touching, and being touched, by
others.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
Objective=LO 3.2: 1. Describe two classification systems of interpersonal needs / 2. Explain
how the classification systems relate to group formation, Topic=Interpersonal Needs,
Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Analyze It
Essay Question 33
“Unsatisfied or unclarified individual needs and goals can become hidden agendas.”
Examine the statement in regard to the need for mutuality of concern in determining the success of a group.
Consider This: In some cultures, people are extra relaxed about touching, and being touched, by
others.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
Skill=Analyze It, Objective=LO 3.4: Identify ways of establishing mutuality of concern in a
work group, Topic=Establishing Mutuality of Concern, Difficulty=Moderate
Essay Question 34
Compare and contrast between the manner in which interpersonal attraction and group attraction influence
people’s decisions while selecting groups.
Consider This: In some cultures, people are extra relaxed about touching, and being touched, by
others.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
Skill=Analyze It, Objective=LO 3.5: Identify and explain four factors that are elements of
interpersonal attraction, Topic=Interpersonal Attraction, Difficulty=Moderate
Essay Question 35
Compare and contrast high-context and low-context cultures and high-contact and low-contact cultures. What
roles do they play in the development of groups?
Consider This: In some cultures, people are extra relaxed about touching, and being touched, by
others.
LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and their effect on group formation and
development
Skill=Analyze It, Objective=LO 3.7: Describe cultural differences in communication and
their effect on group formation and development, Topic=Culture and Group Development,
Difficulty=Moderate