Effective Supervisory Practices p70-71

What is the first stage of group formation where members become comfortable with their involvement?

The 'Storming' stage in group formation is characterized by:

• Team members working harmoniously without any conflicts.

• Conflicts and competition as team members assert their roles.

• The team disbanding after achieving its goals.

• The team focusing on task completion with clear roles.

The 'Norming' stage in group formation is characterized by:

• conflict and competition among group members

• establishment of ground rules and cohesion

• high performance and productivity

• disbanding of the group

In which stage does the group move forward to accomplish its goals?

What are some challenges mentioned in the passage that teams face during tough times and crisis?

• Communication breakdown

• Lack of resources

• Team conflicts

• All of the above

According to the passage, why is higher-functioning teamwork essential in a challenging environment?

• It enhances individual performance.

• It ensures survival and success.

• It reduces the need for communication.

• It simplifies tasks.

How does the passage suggest supervisors should respond to the challenges of team building during crises?

• By ignoring the challenges and focusing on individual tasks

• By fostering open communication and collaboration

• By implementing strict rules and guidelines

• By delegating all responsibilities to team members

What metaphor is used in the passage to illustrate the importance of proactive team building, and what does it imply?

• A metaphor of a garden needing regular care to thrive, implying that team building requires ongoing effort and attention.

• A metaphor of a machine needing regular maintenance to function, implying that team building requires periodic check-ups.

• A metaphor of a puzzle needing all pieces to fit, implying that team building requires everyone to work together.

• A metaphor of a journey needing a map, implying that team building requires clear direction.