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1. What distinguishes a team from a work group? - A) Strong focused leadership - B) Shared leadership and joint accountability - C) Top-down communication - D) Independent work assignments Correct Answer: B 2. Which of the following is a defining feature of a functional team? - A) Members from var...

1. What distinguishes a team from a work group? - A) Strong focused leadership - B) Shared leadership and joint accountability - C) Top-down communication - D) Independent work assignments Correct Answer: B 2. Which of the following is a defining feature of a functional team? - A) Members from various departments work toward a common goal - B) Each team member is self-directed - C) Members work independently but share common successes - D) Teams have no specific end date Correct Answer: C 3. What type of team is typically formed to handle a merger or acquisition? - A) Functional team - B) Cross-functional team - C) Self-managing team - D) Virtual team Correct Answer: B 4. In which type of team do members gradually take responsibility for their direction with minimal oversight? - A) Cross-functional team - B) Self-managing team - C) Functional team - D) Virtual team Correct Answer: B 5. What is the primary purpose of a team charter? - A) To set individual team member goals - B) To clarify team direction, boundaries, and working culture - C) To evaluate team members’ performance - D) To determine project scope Correct Answer: B 6. Which stage of Tuckman’s model is characterized by establishing ground rules and team formalities? - A) Forming - B) Storming - C) Norming - D) Performing Correct Answer: A 7. During which stage of team development does a project manager use a servant leadership style to help clarify roles and address conflicts? - A) Forming - B) Storming - C) Norming - D) Adjourning Correct Answer: B 8. What leadership style is best suited for a high-performing, self-managing team during the Performing stage? - A) Laissez-faire - B) Autocratic - C) Transactional - D) Servant Correct Answer: A 9. Which leadership style focuses on allowing team members the freedom to work independently with little interference? - A) Laissez-faire - B) Transactional - C) Autocratic - D) Transformational Correct Answer: A 10. What is the main purpose of the Norming stage in team development? - A) Establishing clear boundaries between members - B) Resolving conflicts and solidifying team cohesion - C) Evaluating individual team performance - D) Assigning specific tasks to individuals Correct Answer: B 11. In the Five Dysfunctions of a Team model, what is the root cause of an absence of trust? - A) A lack of conflict - B) A reluctance to be vulnerable within the group - C) Poor communication tools - D) Excessive delegation Correct Answer: B 12. Which type of conflict avoidance results in artificial harmony within a team? - A) Lack of commitment - B) Avoidance of accountability - C) Fear of conflict - D) Inattention to results Correct Answer: C 13. What is a key characteristic of the Storming stage in Tuckman’s model? - A) Trust and cohesion are high - B) Members view themselves as individuals rather than part of the team - C) Members complete their work independently - D) Focus on celebrating achievements Correct Answer: B 14. What does GRPI stand for in assessing team effectiveness? - A) Goals, Roles, Processes, Interpersonal Relationships - B) Group, Resources, Performance, Integration - C) Goals, Resources, Productivity, Integrity - D) Growth, Roles, Project, Impact Correct Answer: A 15. During which stage of team development is a team most likely to engage in open and trusting behavior? - A) Forming - B) Norming - C) Storming - D) Performing Correct Answer: B 16. What is an effective tactic for addressing a lack of trust within a team? - A) Avoiding conflict - B) Encouraging team members to share personal stories - C) Limiting group interactions - D) Reducing the number of team meetings Correct Answer: B 17. What is the purpose of using a RACI chart in a project? - A) To allocate resources effectively - B) To clarify team roles and responsibilities - C) To determine the project budget - D) To communicate with stakeholders Correct Answer: B 18. Which stage in the Drexler/Sibbet Team Performance Model involves aligning team systems and processes with the team’s purpose? - A) Stage 1: Orientation - B) Stage 4: Commitment - C) Stage 5: Implementation - D) Stage 7: Renewal Correct Answer: C 19. In the context of team development, what does “delegation” mean? - A) Granting authority to another person to complete tasks - B) Completing all important tasks yourself - C) Assigning trivial tasks to team members - D) Avoiding responsibility for work Correct Answer: A 20. Which of the following leadership styles is suggested for the Adjourning stage of team development? - A) Laissez-faire - B) Servant - C) Transactional - D) Autocratic Correct Answer: C 21. What is the primary focus of the Performing stage in Tuckman's model? - A) Establishing initial goals - B) Conflict resolution - C) Delivering high-quality results and optimizing team collaboration - D) Reviewing individual roles Correct Answer: C 22. Which team type is most typical for a group of employees pulled together from different departments to deliver a specific project? - A) Functional team - B) Cross-functional team - C) Self-managing team - D) Virtual team Correct Answer: B 23. In Patrick Lencioni's model, what does "inattention to results" often lead to? - A) Team members working independently - B) Personal goals being prioritized over team objectives - C) Increased productivity - D) Improved morale Correct Answer: B 24. What is the main role of a team leader during the Forming stage of team development? - A) Encouraging independence - B) Providing direction and setting expectations - C) Delegating all tasks to team members - D) Avoiding involvement in group dynamics Correct Answer: B 25. Which tool can be used to assess and measure the performance of a high-performing team? - A) GRPI model - B) SWOT analysis - C) Risk assessment matrix - D) Cost-benefit analysis Correct Answer: A 26. What does "fear of conflict" prevent in teams, according to Lencioni's model? - A) Effective delegation - B) Constructive debate and positive conflict - C) Improved efficiency - D) Enhanced trust Correct Answer: B 27. Which stage in the Drexler/Sibbet Team Performance Model focuses on setting direction and clarifying the team’s purpose? - A) Stage 1: Orientation - B) Stage 2: Trust Building - C) Stage 3: Goal Clarification - D) Stage 4: Commitment Correct Answer: A 28. In which type of team are members usually empowered to make decisions without much oversight? - A) Self-managing team - B) Functional team - C) Virtual team - D) Hierarchical team Correct Answer: A 29. What is one key sign of a dysfunctional team related to accountability? - A) Team members frequently admit mistakes - B) Low standards due to a lack of peer accountability - C) High morale and proactive feedback - D) Individual ownership of mistakes Correct Answer: B 30. In the Five Dysfunctions of a Team model, what does the "lack of commitment" result in? - A) Increased productivity - B) Ambiguity in decisions - C) Clear goals - D) High levels of engagement Correct Answer: B 31. Which of the following helps create a positive team environment during the Norming stage? - A) Autocratic leadership - B) Open and clear communication - C) Avoiding conflict at all costs - D) High task delegation without support Correct Answer: B 32. What does the term "team charter" refer to in team development? - A) A detailed project budget - B) A document that clarifies team roles, values, and processes - C) A risk assessment plan - D) A project Gantt chart Correct Answer: B 33. During the Storming stage, which leadership approach is most effective? - A) Laissez-faire - B) Autocratic - C) Servant leadership - D) Transactional Correct Answer: C 34. What is the role of participative leadership in a high-performing team? - A) Making all decisions alone - B) Encouraging team involvement in decision-making - C) Assigning tasks without feedback - D) Setting goals without consultation Correct Answer: B 35. Which dysfunction of a team is directly related to ego and status-seeking behaviors? - A) Lack of commitment - B) Fear of conflict - C) Inattention to results - D) Absence of trust Correct Answer: C 36. What type of team member interaction is encouraged in a self-managing team? - A) Top-down management - B) Consensus decision-making and shared responsibility - C) Independent work without collaboration - D) Delegation by a single leader Correct Answer: B 37. Which dysfunction arises from the unwillingness of team members to hold each other accountable? - A) Fear of conflict - B) Avoidance of accountability - C) Absence of trust - D) Lack of commitment Correct Answer: B 38. What is the main purpose of onboarding new team members effectively? - A) Assign tasks as soon as they join - B) Ensure new members understand their roles, responsibilities, and team culture - C) Avoid involving them in meetings initially - D) Provide them with minimal information to avoid overwhelming them Correct Answer: B 39. Which step in the delegation process involves creating an obligation for the delegate to complete the task? - A) Assigning the work - B) Granting authority - C) Creating accountability - D) Following up Correct Answer: C 40. Which type of communication is most typical for a Baby Boomer in the workplace? - A) Instant messaging - B) Social media - C) Email and telephone - D) Integrated communication devices Correct Answer: C 41. Which leadership style is best suited for the Adjourning stage to wrap up the project effectively? - A) Laissez-faire - B) Transactional - C) Autocratic - D) Charismatic Correct Answer: B 42. How does the Drexler/Sibbet Team Performance Model help team leaders? - A) It establishes budget constraints - B) It provides a framework for understanding team dynamics and performance stages - C) It replaces the need for regular team meetings - D) It guarantees project success without issues Correct Answer: B 43. Which leadership style allows maximum autonomy to team members who are capable and independent? - A) Autocratic - B) Transactional - C) Servant - D) Laissez-faire Correct Answer: D 44. What is one benefit of using a RACI chart for a team project? - A) It helps avoid defining individual responsibilities - B) It creates confusion about accountability - C) It clarifies roles and responsibilities, reducing misunderstandings - D) It only works in hierarchical teams Correct Answer: C 45. Which step in the delegation process includes making the delegation known to others? - A) Granting authority - B) Assigning work - C) Creating an obligation - D) Informing others Correct Answer: D 46. What type of leadership is most effective during the Performing stage, where team members are capable and self-sufficient? - A) Autocratic - B) Transformational - C) Laissez-faire - D) Transactional Correct Answer: C 47. In Lencioni's model, what is a key consequence of avoidance of accountability? - A) Increased morale - B) Reduced standards and missed deadlines - C) Enhanced team performance - D) Increased peer reviews Correct Answer: B 48. Which of the following is a critical element of team effectiveness as defined by GRPI? - A) Lack of communication - B) Undefined roles and responsibilities - C) Clearly defined goals - D) Avoiding conflict Correct Answer: C 49. Which tool is used to develop team cohesion and clarify roles, values, and processes? - A) RACI matrix - B) Team charter - C) Risk register - D) Cost-benefit analysis Correct Answer: B 50. What type of team is described as members working together across various functions to achieve a common goal within a set timeline? - A) Cross-functional team - B) Functional team - C) Virtual team - D) Hierarchical team Correct Answer: A