Question 1

During the middle stage of a group is a time for the leader to assess the members' levels of interest and commitment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Once the leader has reached the middle stage of a group, it is not a good idea to screen out a member even if he or she is disruptive or uncooperative with the group process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Which is FALSE about leading the middle stage of a group?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is okay for the leader to plan only one exercise or activity. 
B)  It is okay for the leader to change the structure of the group. 
C)  It is okay for the leader to change his or her leadership style. 
D)  It is okay for the leader to invite an interesting speaker to talk to the group. 
A)  It is okay for the leader to plan only one exercise or activity. 
B)  It is okay for the leader to change the structure of the group. 
C)  It is okay for the leader to change his or her leadership style. 
D)  It is okay for the leader to invite an interesting speaker to talk to the group. A

Question 4

Inexperienced leaders can make the mistake of not holding the focus long enough on any one topic that the discussion has impact.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

How can making a topic outline be helpful to a group leader when he or she is spontaneously
presented with a new topic by the group?

Accepted Answer

Developing a topic outline helps the lea

Question 6

MATCHING: Please match the situations described below with the most appropriate skill for leading during the middle stages of a group.
Skills used during the middle stages of a group;
-A group in the middle stage has become quite cohesive.
The leader used to actively lead the discussions, but recently
has been encouraging the members to take more responsibility
for choosing topics, and drawing out and cutting off other members.

Accepted Answer

A) Changing leadership style 
B) Changing group structure 
C) Introducing new topics 
D) Using outside assignments 
E) Using progress reports
F)Using voice
G)Varying the format 
A) Changing leadership style 
B) Changing group structure 
C) Introducing new topics 
D) Using outside assignments 
E) Using progress reports
F)Using voice
G)Varying the format

Question 7

In the working phase, it is important for leaders to

Accepted Answer

A)  change the focus of the group if one session doesn't go well. 
B)  deepen the focus to a level that is meaningful for most or all of the members. 
C)  hold the focus on one member week after week because she seems to need help. 
D)  shift the focus continuously from member to member so more members can work. 
A)  change the focus of the group if one session doesn't go well. 
B)  deepen the focus to a level that is meaningful for most or all of the members. 
C)  hold the focus on one member week after week because she seems to need help. 
D)  shift the focus continuously from member to member so more members can work.

Question 8

Once a group is underway and has moved into the middle phase, the leader will want to continually assess the _______________of the group to the members.

Accepted Answer

value, ben

Question 9

MATCHING: Please match the situations described below with the most appropriate skill for leading during the middle stages of a group.
Skills used during the middle stages of a group;
-In a "starting over" group for divorced clients
dealing with anger, ex-partners, and children have
already been thoroughly discussed. The leader states
"Another topic of interest is meeting new people and dating.
Let's spend some time talking about how to meet new people."

Accepted Answer

A) Changing leadership style 
B) Changing group structure 
C) Introducing new topics 
D) Using outside assignments 
E) Using progress reports
F)Using voice
G)Varying the format 
A) Changing leadership style 
B) Changing group structure 
C) Introducing new topics 
D) Using outside assignments 
E) Using progress reports
F)Using voice
G)Varying the format

Question 10

If during the middle stage of a group, the leader finds the level of trust to be low, she will want to focus on trust rather than trying to foster interest in a topic as a remedy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A technique whereby the leader divides the group so that half of the members form an inner circle that discusses and idea or issue while the other half sits in an outer circle and listens, is called a ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A technique whereby the leader divides the...

Question 12

The authors believe that there may be times during the middle stages of a group when it is helpful to meet with members individually to determine their reactions to the group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

In planning the middle stages of the group, the leader should consider all of the following EXCEPT the

Accepted Answer

A)  leader's needs. 
B)  group's purpose. 
C)  members' personalities. 
D)  all of the choices should be considered 
A)  leader's needs. 
B)  group's purpose. 
C)  members' personalities. 
D)  all of the choices should be considered

Question 14

How can leaders use different techniques to stimulate members' thoughts?

Accepted Answer

Leaders can use different exercises or a

Question 15

To ensure that a topic, such as anger or guilt, is processed fully and meaningfully, the leader can create a topic _______________that includes key issues and exercises to use.

Accepted Answer

The answer of To ensure that a topic, such as...

Question 16

MATCHING: Please match the situations described below with the most appropriate skill for leading during the middle stages of a group.
Skills used during the middle stages of a group;
-While the group has discussed many interesting
topics, it seems that some members have been
getting restless. The group leader proposes
that they try more exercises to serve the purpose
of the group instead of just talking about issues.

Accepted Answer

A) Changing leadership style 
B) Changing group structure 
C) Introducing new topics 
D) Using outside assignments 
E) Using progress reports
F)Using voice
G)Varying the format 
A) Changing leadership style 
B) Changing group structure 
C) Introducing new topics 
D) Using outside assignments 
E) Using progress reports
F)Using voice
G)Varying the format

Question 17

Why is it important for a group leader to assess the value of the group to its members during
the middle stages?

Accepted Answer

The leader should assess the value of th

Question 18

The main reason to vary the format of a group significantly is when the leader determines that the members are bored or restless with what is happening in the group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

MATCHING: Please match the situations described below with the most appropriate skill for leading during the middle stages of a group.
Skills used during the middle stages of a group;
-One member shared some deep and personal information during the last session. The leader
takes five minutes to check in with him
at the beginning of this session.

Accepted Answer

A) Changing leadership style 
B) Changing group structure 
C) Introducing new topics 
D) Using outside assignments 
E) Using progress reports
F)Using voice
G)Varying the format 
A) Changing leadership style 
B) Changing group structure 
C) Introducing new topics 
D) Using outside assignments 
E) Using progress reports
F)Using voice
G)Varying the format

Question 20

When the leader's role is to help members generate options and make decisions, there is a good chance she is leading a _______________group.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When the leader's role is to help...

During the middle stage of a group is a time for the leader to assess the members' levels of interest and commitment.

Once the leader has reached the middle stage of a group, it is not a good idea to screen out a member even if he or she is disruptive or uncooperative with the group process.

Which is FALSE about leading the middle stage of a group?

Inexperienced leaders can make the mistake of not holding the focus long enough on any one topic that the discussion has impact.

How can making a topic outline be helpful to a group leader when he or she is spontaneously presented with a new topic by the group?

In the working phase, it is important for leaders to

Once a group is underway and has moved into the middle phase, the leader will want to continually assess the _______________of the group to the members.

If during the middle stage of a group, the leader finds the level of trust to be low, she will want to focus on trust rather than trying to foster interest in a topic as a remedy.

A technique whereby the leader divides the group so that half of the members form an inner circle that discusses and idea or issue while the other half sits in an outer circle and listens, is called a ____________________.

The authors believe that there may be times during the middle stages of a group when it is helpful to meet with members individually to determine their reactions to the group.

In planning the middle stages of the group, the leader should consider all of the following EXCEPT the

How can leaders use different techniques to stimulate members' thoughts?

To ensure that a topic, such as anger or guilt, is processed fully and meaningfully, the leader can create a topic _______________that includes key issues and exercises to use.

Why is it important for a group leader to assess the value of the group to its members during the middle stages?

The main reason to vary the format of a group significantly is when the leader determines that the members are bored or restless with what is happening in the group.

When the leader's role is to help members generate options and make decisions, there is a good chance she is leading a _______________group.

Introduction

Stages of Groups, Group Process, and Therapeutic Forces

Purpose of Groups

Planning

Getting Started: the Beginning Stage and Beginning Phase

Basic Skills for Group Leaders

Focus

Cutting Off and Drawing Out

Rounds and Dyads

Exercises

Introducing, Conducting, and Processing Exercises

Using Counseling Theories in Groups

Counseling and Therapy in Groups

Closing a Session or Group

Dealing With Problem Situations

Working With Specific Populations

Issues in Group Counseling

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Exam 12: Leading the Middle Stage of a Group

During the middle stage of a group is a time for the leader to assess the members' levels of interest and commitment.

Once the leader has reached the middle stage of a group, it is not a good idea to screen out a member even if he or she is disruptive or uncooperative with the group process.

Which is FALSE about leading the middle stage of a group?

Inexperienced leaders can make the mistake of not holding the focus long enough on any one topic that the discussion has impact.

How can making a topic outline be helpful to a group leader when he or she is spontaneously presented with a new topic by the group?

In the working phase, it is important for leaders to

Once a group is underway and has moved into the middle phase, the leader will want to continually assess the _______________of the group to the members.

If during the middle stage of a group, the leader finds the level of trust to be low, she will want to focus on trust rather than trying to foster interest in a topic as a remedy.

A technique whereby the leader divides the group so that half of the members form an inner circle that discusses and idea or issue while the other half sits in an outer circle and listens, is called a ____________________.

The authors believe that there may be times during the middle stages of a group when it is helpful to meet with members individually to determine their reactions to the group.

In planning the middle stages of the group, the leader should consider all of the following EXCEPT the

How can leaders use different techniques to stimulate members' thoughts?

To ensure that a topic, such as anger or guilt, is processed fully and meaningfully, the leader can create a topic _______________that includes key issues and exercises to use.

Why is it important for a group leader to assess the value of the group to its members during the middle stages?

The main reason to vary the format of a group significantly is when the leader determines that the members are bored or restless with what is happening in the group.

When the leader's role is to help members generate options and make decisions, there is a good chance she is leading a _______________group.

Introduction

Stages of Groups, Group Process, and Therapeutic Forces

Purpose of Groups

Planning

Getting Started: the Beginning Stage and Beginning Phase

Basic Skills for Group Leaders

Focus

Cutting Off and Drawing Out

Rounds and Dyads

Exercises

Introducing, Conducting, and Processing Exercises

Using Counseling Theories in Groups

Counseling and Therapy in Groups

Closing a Session or Group

Dealing With Problem Situations

Working With Specific Populations

Issues in Group Counseling

Filters