Social Groups

Question 1

What is a group?

Answer 1

A group is two more persons coming together for a common purpose

Question 2

List five characteristics of groups

Answer 2

• Marks of identities like symbols, emblems or uniforms
• Established patterns of behaviour
• Rules and regulations
• Rewards and sanctions
• Common interests and values

Question 3

A Primary Group is a…

Answer 3

Small group based on in-person interaction with members who are familiar with each other

Question 4

A Secondary Group is a…

Answer 4

Large group of members who are pursuing similar goals but are not familiar with each other

Question 5

What is a Peer Group?

Answer 5

A group of persons of a similar age and social status who tend to be personal with each other

Question 6

Three benefits of peer groups are:

Answer 6

• Experience other cultures or backgrounds
• Emotional support
• Advice from each other
• Learn to make decisions
• Boundaries are developed
• Strong bonds are formed

Question 7

Formal groups are formed intentionally and…

Answer 7

Have a clearly outlined structure inclusive of goals and objectives

Question 8

Formal groups have the following structure:

Answer 8

• Written rules and sanctions
• Criteria for members
• Clear organizational structure
• An elected or appointed leader
• Clearly outlined groups

Question 9

List the characteristics of an informal group

Answer 9

• Rules, goals and activities are not set
• How persons become members may vary
• There is no organisational structure

Question 10

• Voluntary groups are formed to…
• Two examples are…

Answer 10

• Provide specific services to society or to support a good cause
• The Red Cross Society and the Lions Club

Question 11

In involuntary groups…

Answer 11

Membership is mandatory

Question 12

Interest or pressure groups consists of people who…

Answer 12

Come together to influence a public opinion or they lobby a particular interest they have

Question 13

List the factors for group cohesion

Answer 13

• Leaders
• Common goals and objectives
• Rules, norms, laws and mores
• Committed and cooperatives members

Question 14

Leadership consists of:

Answer 14

• Setting goals
• Coordinating activities
• Delegating duties
• Determining sanctions

Question 15

How do goals of the group affect the members?

Answer 15

The goals of the group ensure the members stay motivated to participate

Question 16

How is can leaders control their groups?

Answer 16

They can establish expected patterns of behaviour, issue sanctions when necessary and promote order and reliability

Question 17

Formal groups are governed by ‘_________’ which may outline:

Answer 17

Formal groups are governed by ‘constitutions’ which may outline:
- Entry requirements
- A code of conduct
- Method of electing members
- Sanctions for breaking rules

Question 18

How can cooperation be accomplished in groups?

Answer 18

Cooperation can happen when members share responsibilities of the work so that the burden is not one person and harmony is maintained

Question 19

How can members of a group show their loyalty to the group?

Answer 19

Members can have a personal interest in the success of the group and contribute their ideas, skills and resources to the group

Question 20

How can competition between group members and groups be beneficial?

Answer 20

Competition between group members allow for the improvement of skills and performance and competition between groups pushes each group to work towards having a high quality of work

Question 21

State the negative effect of conflict on a group.

Answer 21

Conflict between group members will disrupt how the group functions

Question 22

What does it mean to compromise?

Answer 22

To compromise is to set aside differences by agreeing to an alternative.

Question 23

Some rewards given to group members are:

Answer 23

• Commendation
• Financial bonus
• Promotion