GROUP PERFORMANCE PROFILE N307 —
QUIZ 5 questions with verified answers
in bold and rationale
SECTION 1: GROUP DEVELOPMENT STAGES (Tuckman's Model) — Q1–Q20
Q1. According to Tuckman's model, the first stage of group development is called:
A) Storming
B) Forming
C) Norming
D) Performing
Rationale: Tuckman's model identifies five stages: Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, and
Adjourning. The Forming stage is the initial stage where members meet, orientation occurs, and
anxiety is high. Members are polite, guarded, and dependent on the leader for direction.
Q2. During which stage of group development do members begin to express disagreements,
compete for status, and challenge the leader?
A) Forming
B) Storming
C) Norming
D) Performing
Rationale: The Storming stage is characterized by conflict, power struggles, resistance to group
influence, and competition for roles. Members test boundaries and the leader's authority. This stage
is essential for growth but can be uncomfortable.
Q3. In Tuckman's model, the "Norming" stage is best described as:
,A) Members competing for leadership roles
B) Members leaving the group
C) Members establishing cohesion, rules, and mutual trust
D) Members working independently on tasks
Rationale: In the Norming stage, group members resolve conflicts, develop cohesion, establish
norms and rules, and begin to trust one another. There is a sense of belonging and cooperation.
Q4. The "Performing" stage in group development is characterized by:
A) High anxiety and dependency on the leader
B) Conflict and power struggles
C) Establishment of group norms
D) High productivity, interdependence, and goal achievement
Rationale: In the Performing stage, the group functions at its highest level. Members are
interdependent, roles are flexible, energy is directed toward tasks, and the group achieves its goals
efficiently.
Q5. The final stage of Tuckman's group development model is:
A) Performing
B) Norming
C) Storming
D) Adjourning
Rationale: Adjourning (also called "mourning" or "termination") is the final stage where the group
disbands. Members may experience sadness, anxiety, or a sense of loss. The nurse should facilitate
closure and review of achievements.
Q6. A nurse observes that group members are polite, avoid conflict, and look to the leader for
direction. What stage is the group in?
,A) Storming
B) Norming
C) Forming
D) Performing
Rationale: In the Forming stage, members are anxious, polite, and dependent on the leader. They
avoid conflict and are uncertain about roles and expectations. The nurse should provide structure
and orientation.
Q7. A group member says, "I don't think the rules apply to me." This behavior is most typical of
which stage?
A) Forming
B) Storming
C) Norming
D) Performing
Rationale: Challenging rules and authority is characteristic of the Storming stage. Members test
boundaries and resist group control. The nurse should set clear limits while allowing expression of
feelings.
Q8. Which of the following is NOT one of Tuckman's original stages of group development?
A) Forming
B) Storming
C) Transforming
D) Norming
Rationale: Tuckman's original four stages (1965) were Forming, Storming, Norming, and Performing.
The fifth stage, Adjourning, was added in 1977. "Transforming" is not part of the model.
Q9. During the Norming stage, the nurse's primary role is to:
, A) Provide heavy direction and structure
B) Confront resistant members
C) Facilitate cohesion and reinforce positive group norms
D) Terminate the group
Rationale: In the Norming stage, the nurse should reinforce positive behaviors, encourage cohesion,
and help members solidify group norms. The nurse can begin to share leadership.
Q10. A therapeutic group has reached the Performing stage. The nurse should:
A) Increase directiveness
B) Focus on conflict resolution
C) Step back and allow members to take leadership roles
D) Re-establish ground rules
Rationale: In the Performing stage, the group is self-directed. The nurse should delegate leadership,
minimize intervention, and support member autonomy while remaining available.
Q11. Which stage is most likely to cause the nurse the most anxiety due to member conflict?
A) Forming
B) Storming
C) Norming
D) Performing
Rationale: The Storming stage is the most challenging for the nurse because of increased conflict,
resistance, and emotional intensity. The nurse must remain neutral, set limits, and help members
work through conflict constructively.
Q12. In the Adjourning stage, a common member response is:
A) Anger and rebellion
QUIZ 5 questions with verified answers
in bold and rationale
SECTION 1: GROUP DEVELOPMENT STAGES (Tuckman's Model) — Q1–Q20
Q1. According to Tuckman's model, the first stage of group development is called:
A) Storming
B) Forming
C) Norming
D) Performing
Rationale: Tuckman's model identifies five stages: Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, and
Adjourning. The Forming stage is the initial stage where members meet, orientation occurs, and
anxiety is high. Members are polite, guarded, and dependent on the leader for direction.
Q2. During which stage of group development do members begin to express disagreements,
compete for status, and challenge the leader?
A) Forming
B) Storming
C) Norming
D) Performing
Rationale: The Storming stage is characterized by conflict, power struggles, resistance to group
influence, and competition for roles. Members test boundaries and the leader's authority. This stage
is essential for growth but can be uncomfortable.
Q3. In Tuckman's model, the "Norming" stage is best described as:
,A) Members competing for leadership roles
B) Members leaving the group
C) Members establishing cohesion, rules, and mutual trust
D) Members working independently on tasks
Rationale: In the Norming stage, group members resolve conflicts, develop cohesion, establish
norms and rules, and begin to trust one another. There is a sense of belonging and cooperation.
Q4. The "Performing" stage in group development is characterized by:
A) High anxiety and dependency on the leader
B) Conflict and power struggles
C) Establishment of group norms
D) High productivity, interdependence, and goal achievement
Rationale: In the Performing stage, the group functions at its highest level. Members are
interdependent, roles are flexible, energy is directed toward tasks, and the group achieves its goals
efficiently.
Q5. The final stage of Tuckman's group development model is:
A) Performing
B) Norming
C) Storming
D) Adjourning
Rationale: Adjourning (also called "mourning" or "termination") is the final stage where the group
disbands. Members may experience sadness, anxiety, or a sense of loss. The nurse should facilitate
closure and review of achievements.
Q6. A nurse observes that group members are polite, avoid conflict, and look to the leader for
direction. What stage is the group in?
,A) Storming
B) Norming
C) Forming
D) Performing
Rationale: In the Forming stage, members are anxious, polite, and dependent on the leader. They
avoid conflict and are uncertain about roles and expectations. The nurse should provide structure
and orientation.
Q7. A group member says, "I don't think the rules apply to me." This behavior is most typical of
which stage?
A) Forming
B) Storming
C) Norming
D) Performing
Rationale: Challenging rules and authority is characteristic of the Storming stage. Members test
boundaries and resist group control. The nurse should set clear limits while allowing expression of
feelings.
Q8. Which of the following is NOT one of Tuckman's original stages of group development?
A) Forming
B) Storming
C) Transforming
D) Norming
Rationale: Tuckman's original four stages (1965) were Forming, Storming, Norming, and Performing.
The fifth stage, Adjourning, was added in 1977. "Transforming" is not part of the model.
Q9. During the Norming stage, the nurse's primary role is to:
, A) Provide heavy direction and structure
B) Confront resistant members
C) Facilitate cohesion and reinforce positive group norms
D) Terminate the group
Rationale: In the Norming stage, the nurse should reinforce positive behaviors, encourage cohesion,
and help members solidify group norms. The nurse can begin to share leadership.
Q10. A therapeutic group has reached the Performing stage. The nurse should:
A) Increase directiveness
B) Focus on conflict resolution
C) Step back and allow members to take leadership roles
D) Re-establish ground rules
Rationale: In the Performing stage, the group is self-directed. The nurse should delegate leadership,
minimize intervention, and support member autonomy while remaining available.
Q11. Which stage is most likely to cause the nurse the most anxiety due to member conflict?
A) Forming
B) Storming
C) Norming
D) Performing
Rationale: The Storming stage is the most challenging for the nurse because of increased conflict,
resistance, and emotional intensity. The nurse must remain neutral, set limits, and help members
work through conflict constructively.
Q12. In the Adjourning stage, a common member response is:
A) Anger and rebellion
