Answer the following questions and then press 'Submit' to get your score.
Question 1
How do you describe a work group that comprises workers with demarcated tasks and distant line managers?
a) Dependent
b) Independent
c) Interdependent
d) Collaborative
Question 2
What is the term for the set of behaviours and tasks that a member of the group is expected to perform because he or she is a member of the group?
a) Group roles
b) Virtual teamwork
c) Synergy
d) Role making
Question 3
Which one of the following is not a characteristic of a team?
a) Minimal and formal knowledge sharing
b) Collective output
c) Individual and collective responsibility
d) Fluid dimension to roles and tasks
Question 4
What is the term Tuckman uses for reaching consensus as a group?
a) Storming
b) Performing
c) Forming
d) Norming
Question 5
According to Belbin (1981) an extroverted and enthusiastic person fits with what role?
a) Co-ordinator
b) Shaper
c) Resource investigator
d) Implementer
Question 6
What are group norms?
a) Modes of behaviour that are acceptable to and shared by group members
b) Modes of behaviour that are shared by some members of the group
c) Modes of behaviour that challenge group values and beliefs
d) Modes of behaviour that are different of those of the other group members
Question 7
What is T-group training?
a) A group whose aim is transformational change
b) A group brought together to deliver training programmes
c) Team training for the purposes of advancing technology
d) Team building activities involving learning
Question 8
What is the purpose of a 'quality circle'?
a) Bring together managers and workers to find improvements.
b) Bring together managers and workers to discuss output.
c) Bring together managers and workers to review quality of work.
d) Bring together managers and workers to review targets.
Question 9
What is characteristic for the location of a virtual team?
a) In the same building
b) In the same industry
c) In the same country
d) remotely
Question 10
Which of these is not an advantage of a virtual team?
a) Team members can be recruited for their specific skills or experience.
b) No overhead costs associated with physical buildings.
c) Conflict can be resolved easily using face-to-face meetings.
d) Low transport or commuting costs.