Team Dynamics Quiz

What is a team?

• A single person working towards a goal.

• A unit of two or more people who interact and coordinate their work to accomplish a shared goal or purpose.

• A group of individuals working independently.

• An organization with no formal structure.

Which of the following best describes a functional team?

• A team made up of a supervisor and subordinates in the formal chain of command.

• A self-managed group without direct supervision.

• A team formed for social purposes rather than work-related goals.

• A group of members from different departments collaborating on a project.

What is a cross-departmental team?

• A team made up of members from different functional departments within an organization.

• A team that disbands after completing a specific project.

• A team consisting only of upper management.

• A group that includes only one department.

What characterizes a special-purpose team?

• It focuses on ongoing activities without a defined end.

• It is formed for a specific purpose and disbands after the project is completed.

• It operates without a clear objective.

• It consists only of upper management.

Self-directed teams are known for:

• Needing constant supervision to function effectively.

• Working with minimum supervision and rotating jobs.

• Following strict hierarchies in decision-making.

• Being exclusively led by a manager.

Who is considered a free rider?

• A team member who actively contributes to the team’s success.

• A team member who benefits from the team's work without participating.

• A leader who guides the team effectively.

• An individual who encourages team cohesion.

The forming stage of team development includes:

• Resolving conflicts and building unity.

• Focusing on achieving team goals.

• Orientation and getting acquainted.

• Wrapping up and signifying closure.

What occurs during the storming stage of team development?

• Team members work together harmoniously.

• Individual personalities and conflicts emerge.

• The team reflects on its achievements.

• Members finalize their tasks.

Which stage of team development is characterized by resolving conflicts and emerging unity?

• Norming

• Performing

• Storming

• Forming

During the performing stage, a team primarily focuses on:

• Getting to know each other.

• Accomplishing the team’s goals.

• Resolving individual conflicts.

• Preparing for project closure.