Q&A Hero

Q: Why is it best for the leader to keep his or her eyes open when leading a fantasy exercise?

Q: A leader should always participate in the exercises he or she is conducting so that the members don"t feel the leader is above them or holding out on them. a. True b. False

Q: If an exercise requires an outside reading assignment and one or two members have not completed that assignment, it's best to abandon the exercise and try something else so those members don"t feel left out. a. True b. False

Q: When introducing an exercise in a group setting, it is important for the leader to insist that each member participate so that the members don"t take advantage of the leader's lack of firmness. a. True b. False

Q: It is a mistake for a leader to close his eyes when conducting a fantasy exercise because he may miss observing member reactions while he is presenting the exercise. a. True b. False

Q: When conducting a "feedback" exercise, it is best to have members share the first thoughts that come to them about other members rather than giving them time to consider what feedback they might give. a. True b. False

Q: When beginning to process an exercise, it is usually best to remain focused on the first person who speaks, because the leader may never know if other members will make any comments. a. True b. False

Q: When processing an exercise that involves a discussion of the past, such as growing up in a family, it is often best to encourage members to relate their past experiences to their present-day issues rather than merely telling stories about childhood. a. True b. False

Q: When beginning to process an exercise, it is often helpful to use a round so that the leader can hear from most or all of the members to get a better sense of their reactions. a. True b. False

Q: When a lot of "energy" is generated from an exercise, it is often helpful to place members in dyads or triads to allow more members to express thoughts and feelings. a. True b. False

Q: It is always important to make clear to group members that they can choose not to participate in an exercise should they wish not to. a. True b. False

Q: When introducing a writing exercise, it is best to make sure all the members have the necessary materials available to them before starting to give instructions. a. True b. False

Q: It is never a good idea to stop an exercise, even if the members are bored or confused about the purpose. a. True b. False

Q: When processing an exercise, it is important that the leader makes each member share something. a. True b. False

Q: Which of the following is NOT true regarding holding the focus when processing a group exercise? a. It is unwise to hold the focus too long on one individual b. It is a good idea to hold the focus on the first member who speaks c. Premature focus on one member may cause other members to lose interest d. All members should be given a chance to react to an exercise

Q: Which of the following does NOT represent a goal of processing an exercise? a. To encourage sharing and discussion about topics or issues b. To stimulate members to delve deeper into thoughts and feelings c. To allow members to express complaints about the group or group members d. To allow sharing and discussion about group dynamics and processes

Q: Which of the following exercises would BEST stimulate member sharing about group dynamics or the group process? a. Fantasy b. Arts and crafts c. Group decision-making d. Common reading

Q: When conducting an exercise, the leader should pay special attention to all of the following EXCEPT to members who a. laugh when instructed not to. b. react intensely to an exercise or topic. c. share very little with others in discussion. d. talk with a partner about something unrelated to the purpose.

Q: Which of the following does NOT represent a mistake when conducting an exercise? a. Giving complex directions all at once to members b. Telling the members how much time they have left to discuss an issue c. Making assumptions based on the leader's own frame of reference d. Beginning a discussion about homework that members may not have read

Q: Which of the following is NOT mentioned by the authors as a way to handle a member's emotional reaction to an exercise? a. Stop the exercise to focus on the member b. Refer the member to another group that is less intense c. Pair with the member in a dyad to discuss the reaction d. Acknowledge the member's discomfort and continue with the exercise

Q: Which of the following IS a good reason for leaders to participate in an exercise? a. To focus on his own issues for a moment b. To get a sense of the energy and focus of the group c. To allow the members to get to know the leader better d. To monitor the activities and discussion of the members

Q: Although all of the following are important, the most important aspect of making effective use an exercise is a. setting the proper tone. b. involving all of the members. c. introducing the exercise clearly. d. processing the exercise to a deep and meaningful level.

Q: Which of the following is NOT an example of a deep processing question? a. What did you draw on your page? b. What feelings were stirred up for you? c. What new understandings did you gain from doing this? d. What will you do differently based on what you"ve learned about yourself?

Q: When an exercise has been completed, it can be processed through use of a. rounds. b. writing. c. dyads or triads. d. all of the available choices.

Q: When using processing exercises, it is important to stimulate discussion about all of the following EXCEPT a. topics or issues. b. rules and regulations. c. group dynamics or processes. d. deeper thoughts and feelings.

Q: When introducing an exercise, leaders should clearly present the directions for all of the following reasons EXCEPT to a. force reluctant members to participate. b. inform members of the purpose of the exercise. c. ensure that members from different cultures understand. d. prevent confusion about what members are supposed to do.

Q: Phase of an exercise: A. introducing B. conducting C. processing Deciding whether to focus on one member or the entire group occurs at the beginning of this phase of the exercise.

Q: Phase of an exercise: A. introducing B. conducting C. processing Intervening between two members who are talking about unrelated subject matter would occur in this phase.

Q: Phase of an exercise: A. introducing B. conducting C. processing A leader can decide whether or not they will participate when in this phase of the exercise.

Q: Phase of an exercise: A. introducing B. conducting C. processing Deepening the focus is important during this phase.

Q: Phase of an exercise: A. introducing B. conducting C. processing Setting a positive tone is crucial in this phase.

Q: Exercises that focus on personal issues may elicit strong ________________ from members.

Q: When leading an exercise, the leader will want to decide whether she ________________ in the exercise or not.

Q: When introducing an exercise, a mistake leaders may make is to have the introduction too long or ________________________.

Q: When getting comments after an exercise, the leader must be prepared for a member who chooses to _________________, either because the member feels uncomfortable sharing, or because they have not yet formed a response.

Q: If the directions are not _________________in the beginning of an activity, members may interpret the exercise in many different ways, causing the leader to have difficulty when attempting to process it effectively.

Q: When introducing an exercise, the leader should make certain that members understand the ________________ of the exercise so they feel involved and cooperate rather than resist.

Q: A group leader can ___________________ both sides of an issue to help members to see their conflict.

Q: Leaders can process exercises to a deeper and more meaningful level by asking good, thought provoking questions that tap into members' ____________________.

Q: It is important to ensure that all members understand and follow instructions when ___________________ an exercise.

Q: Setting the right tone is important when _________________________ an exercise.

Q: Discuss the goals of processing an exercise.

Q: What are the advantages and disadvantages of leader participation in exercises?

Q: Why is being aware of the time, and making members aware of the time, important when conducting and processing exercises?

Q: What are the benefits of using dyads in group?

Q: Discuss why using an exercise in the beginning phase of the group session might be helpful for members and the leader.

Q: Give examples of exercises that might be helpful to evaluate member progress in group.

Q: Why is it important for leaders to adapt exercises according to the age level, cultural background, or level of sophistication of group members?

Q: What are the pros and cons of using written exercises in groups?

Q: How can exercises provide opportunities for experiential learning?

Q: 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

Q: "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

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: Exercises should never be used for fun in a group. a. True b. False

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: Feedback exercises are especially useful with members who are not very open to hearing what others think of them. a. True b. False

Q: 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

Q: Under no circumstances is it appropriate for members of a group to have physical contact with one another. a. True b. False

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: Fantasy exercises are most often used in growth and therapy groups. a. True b. False

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: Movement exercises might NOT be recommended for _____________________. a. Teens b. Adults c. Children d. The elderly

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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

Q: 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

Q: 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.

Q: Choices of names of exercises: A. Arts and crafts B. Common reading C. Creative props D. Experiential E. Fantasy F. Moral dilemma G. Movement H. Touching 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.

Q: Choices of names of exercises: A. Arts and crafts B. Common reading C. Creative props D. Experiential E. Fantasy F. Moral dilemma G. Movement H. Touching 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.

Q: Choices of names of exercises: A. Arts and crafts B. Common reading C. Creative props D. Experiential E. Fantasy F. Moral dilemma G. Movement H. Touching Activities are done on an outdoor course made of ropes.

Q: Choices of names of exercises: A. Arts and crafts B. Common reading C. Creative props D. Experiential E. Fantasy F. Moral dilemma G. Movement H. Touching Members lightly put their hands on each others' shoulders to covey positive energy to one another.

Q: Choices of names of exercises: A. Arts and crafts B. Common reading C. Creative props D. Experiential E. Fantasy F. Moral dilemma G. Movement H. Touching A story is read to members and each has to decide how he/she would handle the situation.