Exam 10: Small Group Communication

Once Sean and Chloe finish their discussion of loss, Karen pipes up and says, "Now that we know where our needs are, I think our goal should be to submit a comprehensive strategic plan by the end of the month." What type of relational role is Karen filling?

The tendency for people to work harder and do better when others are around is called social _____.

Chloe agrees with Karen, stating, "I think that's a great idea." What type of relational role is Chloe filling?

In the _____ phase of the decision making process, the group has worked through primary and secondary tensions and members express a cooperative attitude.

Small group communication is communication among a small number of people who share a common goal, who feel connected to each other, and who coordinate their behavior.

The two dimensions of small group communication include task communication and production communication.

When one suggests that a leader can acquire communication skills and leadership behavior over time, one is following the ________ theory of leadership.

Which stage of the problem-solving agenda involves brainstorming to generate as many ideas as possible without critiquing those ideas?

Communication that is purpose-driven is known as _____ communication.

The shared expectations group members have regarding each individual's communication behavior in the group are known as ________.

The uncertainty that is common during the orientation stage of the decision-making phase is known as secondary tension.

One function of secondary groups is to ________.

________ communication directs everyone's attention toward the leader's vision, values, and desired outcomes and motivates people to take action to help achieve the vision.

Sarah was appointed by her group to be their leader. She possesses legitimate power.