Chapter 7 speech test

A process in which group members offer their ideas-as many as possible, as quickly as possible-as a way to encourage creative thoughts and solutions...

Brainstorming

Why is a group of five more likely to have a successful than a group of three or a group of twelve?

A group of 5 is better than a group of 3 because there are more people to contribute to the group equally. A group of 5 is better than a group of 12 because people participate more in smaller, informal settings. Also they are more comfortable and it is a good number for diverse thinking and speaking.

What is a consensus?

A nearly anonymous agreement among group members about a particular situation.

What is brainstorming?

A process in which group members offer their ideas as a way to encourage creative thoughts and solutions.

*What are the six steps of the problem-solving process?

A. Define the problem B. Establish criteria for a workable situation C. Analyze the problem D. Suggest possible solutions E. Evaluate each solution and select the best one F. Suggest ways for testing or carrying out the solution

*What are the major duties (4) of a group discussion leader?

A. Gets the meeting started B. Keeps the discussion going C. Sets an example of recognizing and praising contributors D. Closing the discussion

Give three reasons why discussion is one of the best methods of solving problems...

A. Group members bring all sides of a problem to the surface B. We talk each other out of biases and preconceived ideas C. We are willing to support solutions if we have played apart in developing them ourselves

Having little or no interest or concern; having or showing little or no feeling or emotion...

Apathetic

To assail persistently...

Bombard

A quality of group discussion in which members have respect for each other, share similar values, and rely on one another for support...

Cohesion

An atmosphere that can foster divisiveness among members because they contend with each other as rivals; also the burden of a negative counter-plan to show that both the affirmative and negative proposals should not be adopted...

Competitive

A nearly unanimous agreement among group members about a particular solution...

Consensus

A situation in which group members use their differences to discover the best ideas...

Constructive conflict

An atmosphere that encourages members to work together toward a common end or goal...

Cooperative

A set of standards that a solution must meet...

Criteria

A cooperative exchange of information, opinions, and ideas...

Discussion

A conflict that divides members into competing sides, which refuse to compromise to the point that no group discussion decision can be achieved...

Disruptive conflict

T/F: A discussion is a debate between various members to find a solution.

False

T/F: A panel is a formal discussion that is designed to present opposing points of view.

False

T/F: An ideal group member is open-minded and can interact with fellow group members in a competitive atmosphere.

False

T/F: Group discussion is exactly the same as conversation.

False

T/F: Group size and seating arrangements have no bearing on the success of a discussion.

False

A post-panel discussion in which panel members invite questions and comments from the audience...

Forum

A desire to go along with the group even at the possible cost of abandoning one's personal beliefs...

Groupthink

An interview between conflicting parties to promote reconciliation, settlement, or compromise...

Mediation

The person in a group who leads the discussion (gets the discussion started, keeps it on track, and brings it to a close)...

Moderator

Assume complete possession or control of...

Monopolize

An informal discussion that takes place before an audience...

Panel

To repeat in one's own words...

Paraphrase

Dividing group members into competing sides that refuse to compromise...

Polarizing

Questions that ask group members to agree or disagree on possible solutions and to make a value judgement...

Questions of evaluation

Questions that ask group members to recall information that pertains to the questions at hand...

Questions of fact

*Explain the difference between questions of fact, questions of interpretation, and questions of evaluation

Questions of fact.. recall information about business at hand Questions of interpretation.. give opinion on what the information means Questions of evaluation.. ask members to make valued judgments

Questions that ask group members to give their opinions on what the information means...

Questions of interpretation

How can you prepare for a discussion?

Review your notes, think about the issues that will come up during the meeting, take time to prepare, and know how to work under pressure.

A special panel discussion in which a small group of participants talk about a topic of common concern while sitting around a table, or in an open circle...

Round table

A sequence of events, especially when imaginary stage in front of the reader...

Scenario

Following in sequence, making a continuous or connected series; following in a chronological order...

Sequential

The existing conditions or the way things are at the present moment...

Status quo

Why should a leader occasionally summarize what the group has done?

Summaries help the group avoid repetition and spotlight areas of agreement or disagreement.

A formal discussion in which several experts present a variety of points of view in the form of short speeches; an open discussion between experts and audience may follow the speeches...

Symposium

A discussion in which a group of citizens meets in a public place to discuss community problems and vote on possible solutions...

Town hall meeting

T/F: Group work helps us learn the skills we need to cooperate in an increasingly independent society.

True

T/F: In many ways, discussion is the basis for our democratic system.

True

T/F: Members in a non-cohesive group seem to care less about what the group does.

True

T/F: Presidential cabinet meetings are a good example of round table discussions.

True

T/F: Whenever one group member decides to let other members do the work, that person weakens the discussion.

True