1. When the leader directs the behaviors, discussion, or attention of the group members by using a specific activity, it is
a/an ________________________.
2. According to Jacobs, Masson, and Harvill, the most helpful and important component of any exercise is
_______________________.
3. In a ____________ ________________ exercise, the leader has members form a physical representation of their family
as they see them now, or when they were growing up.
4. According to the authors, ____________________ exercises are among the most versatile and useful exercise types.
5. Exercises designed to give members the opportunity to hear what others think of them, such as strength bombardment,
first impressions, or wishes are _________________________exercises.
6. Because groups involve sharing, the amount of _______________ members have in one another is a group dynamic the
leader must access.
7. Any leader using an exercise where _______________is involved must consider the appropriateness and comfort of all
group members.
8. Written exercises are useful in getting ___________________ members to share in the group.
9. A movement exercise that involves members walking to either side of the room is often used to help them explore their
_______________.
10. When using an exercise that involves members having to rely upon one another for their physical and/or emotional
safety, the leader must be aware of the level of ______________ among the members.
11. A story is read to members and each has to decide how he/she would handle the situation.
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12. Members lightly put their hands on each others’ shoulders to covey positive energy to one another.
h
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13. Activities are done on an outdoor course made of ropes.
d
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14. When directing members to think about the amount of fun in their lives, the leader sets a small chair in the middle of
the circle to focus the discussion.
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15. The leader directs members to imagine themselves as a common object in the room and asks what life would be like if
they were that object.
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16. It is important for the beginning leader to adapt exercises to all of the following EXCEPT the
a.
needs of the group.
b.
age level of members.
c.
sophistication of the members.
d.
cultural background of the leader.
d
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17. Which of the following is NOT a reason given by the authors for using exercises in a group?
a.
Providing fun
b.
Deepening the group’s focus
c.
Testing members’ boundaries
d.
Increasing members’ comfort level
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18. Which of the following is NOT an important consideration when using touching exercises?
a.
Giving an option of non-participation
b.
Assessing the comfort level of members
c.
Asking members to state specific objections
d.
Explaining how the exercise will be conducted
c
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19. Which of the following is TRUE about the use of fantasy exercises in groups?
a.
Asking members to close their eyes is unethical.
b.
Members may get in touch with unconscious pain.
c.
The use of fantasy exercises is “fluff” and should be avoided.
d.
Fantasy exercises do not allow members to make connections to their daily lives.
b
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20. Feedback exercises may be most valuable when
a.
trust is low among members.
b.
a negative member needs to be “put in her place.”
c.
one member wants to know what others think of him.
d.
members are allowed to say whatever they want to each other.
c
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21. Which of the following is NOT true of experiential exercises?
a.
They provide equal benefit for all members.
b.
They are often active and challenging by nature.
c.
They generate interest and energy for members.
d.
They give members a new and different experience.
a
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22. Directing members to create a collage by cutting out pictures, words, or phrases from a magazine that best describe
them is an example of using ______________________ in group.
a.
Fantasy
b.
Arts and crafts
c.
Creative props
d.
Family sculpture
b
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23. The use of which of the following exercises is the most likely to build trust among members?
a.
Rounds
b.
Fantasy
c.
Creative props
d.
Common reading
a
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24. Movement exercises might NOT be recommended for _____________________.
a.
Teens
b.
Adults
c.
Children
d.
The elderly
d
25. Asking members to position themselves somewhere between two walls in the room that represent their level of
comfort in the group in an example of conducting a _________________ exercise.
a.
Trust
b.
Movement
c.
Group decision
d.
Moral dilemma
b
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26. During this exercise, members are given a written list of 15 to 20 descriptive words and are directed to pick 3 to 5
words that describe the member who is receiving feedback.
a.
Adjective checklist
b.
Talk about the members
c.
Strength bombardment
d.
Metaphorical Feedback
a
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27. All of the following represent reasons for group leaders to use exercises EXCEPT
a.
To generate interest and energy
b.
To deepen the group’s focus
c.
To keep members from arguing
d.
To provide information
c
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28. Fantasy exercises are most often used in growth and therapy groups.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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29. In addition to being a experiential exercise, arts and crafts exercises can serve as a projective technique by which
members get more in touch with their feelings.
a.
True
b.
False
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30. An exercise involving a moral dilemma, such as a conflict between stealing food and remaining hungry, may be
helpful for members wishing to explore their value systems.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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31. Under no circumstances is it appropriate for members of a group to have physical contact with one another.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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32. Group decision exercises can be used to explore how well people in a group work together and have a cooperative
attitude.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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33. Feedback exercises are especially useful with members who are not very open to hearing what others think of them.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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34. A leader must never allow a member to not participate in an exercise for fear of losing control over the group.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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35. The use of diaries or journals in a group provide a chance for members to write down thoughts and feelings they may
not feel comfortable sharing with others.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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36. Exercises should never be used for fun in a group.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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37. As a leader develops a plan for a particular session, it is important that she gives thought to one or more exercises that
will be helpful in making the group go well.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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38. The following is a good definition of the term “exercise” when used in the context of group leadership: “When the
leader directs the behaviors, discussion, or attention of the group members by using a specific activity, it is an exercise.”
a.
True
b.
False
True
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39. “Arts and crafts” are generally used in a fun or playful context and should never be used as a serious group exercise.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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40. Any leader using any exercise where touching is going to be involved must consider the appropriateness for and
comfort of the members in both touching and being touched.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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41. How can exercises provide opportunities for experiential learning?
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42. What are the pros and cons of using written exercises in groups?
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43. Why is it important for leaders to adapt exercises according to the age level, cultural background, or level of
sophistication of group members?
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44. Give examples of exercises that might be helpful to evaluate member progress in group.
45. Discuss why using an exercise in the beginning phase of the group session might be helpful for members and the
leader.
46. What are the benefits of using dyads in group?