FastTrack RGB Certification - Examination # 3A - Simple Workshop Mechanics

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This examination will measure your general understanding of the Foundational RGB Workshop Mechanics. 

Select the ONE BEST response in each of the 10 items. 


1. SPOONS is a card game/simulation completed in small groups used to accomplish which of the following:

A. Create an atmosphere of open dialog quickly.
B. Acknowledge that competition is a constant of organization life.
C. Get people to have FUN and smile at each other as a prelude to learning.
D. Stimulate thinking about how this exercise relates to traditional organization life. 
E. All of the above. 

2. The RGB Lecturette can be accomplished at least two different ways - without the "Characteristics" handout or with it.  Either option provides the opportunity for ALL of the following except...

A. Explaining characteristics in each of the three color groups: Red, Green, and Blue.
B. Providing a universally "Ideal" RGB Profile.
C. Affirming that everyone has all three colors in their Individual RGB Profile.
D. Explaining what the colors mean helps people select a group preference for the Task Group work ahead. 

3. The RED color is usually characterized by which of the following sets:

A. Works best alone, has a future focus, and knows the best solutions so decisions come quickly.
B. Planning horizon is short, makes "to do" lists, and is comfortable working within calendar cycles.
C. Follows the rules, is outcome oriented, and values accountability.
D. Leads by doing the right thing at the right time, hesitates making decisions, and values measurements.

4. The GREEN color is usually characterized by which of the following sets:

A. Sees both sides of an issue easily, avoids honoring boundaries, and prefers one-on-many relationships.
B. Tends to be easily swayed, wants to be involved in change, and prefers change initiatives that tighten things up.
C. Helps make connections between people and tasks, is most helpful to those in need, and seeks clarity of framework.
D. Is highly innovative, makes fact-based decisions, and creates detailed checklists.

5. The BLUE color is usually characterized by which of the following sets:

A. Leads by identifying the right reason to act with an acceptable risk, prefers options, tends to be futuristic.
B.  Prefers change that loosens the rules, considers people implications first, and likes predictability.
C. Tries to keep things stable, shares information at every opportunity, and considers return-on-investment first. 
D. Keeps lists of things yet to do, believes in synergy, and favors possibility thinking. 

6. There is a point in the Workshop when people receive their RGB Individual Profile based on having taken the Inventory.  Called the REVEAL, this segment has or may have ALL BUT which of the following qualities:

A. The opportunity to compare RGB Individual Profiles with others in the group.
B. Encouragement to ask questions and deny the RGB Inventory validity. 
C. Observe the RGB Individual Profiles of those on the Facilitation Team. 
D. Get to see a composite of the cast of a popular TV show or Academy Award-winning movie. 

7. Under normal circumstances workshop participants are given a task once they have been grouped using which of the following criteria:

A. Gender.
B. Dominant RGB color preference.
C. Work group of the organization in attendance.
D. Tenure categories.

8. One of the group TASKS results in a list of IRRITANTS.  Which of the following BEST describes the results of this exercise?

A. A common list of things that irritate the people who have created the list.
B. A common list of things that irritate everyone BUT those who have created the list.
C. A common list of chemicals that cause a skin rash among those who have created the list.
D. A common list of things that irritate others based on the strengths applied by those who have created the list. 

9. What normally DOES NOT happen when someone from each Task group briefs out the results?

A. Other participants are offered the opportunity to ask questions.
B. There is a round of applause.
C. Most items belong on someone else's list. 
D. The briefer is given a token gift for their leadership role. 

10. Which of the following sets of potential events are NOT effective when preceded by a Foundational RGB Workshop?

A. New Employee Orientation Course, Performance Review, and an Exit Interview.
B. Team Building, Matching Tasks with Talent, and Organizational Learning.
C. Change Management, Diversity, Strategic Planning, and  Realignment.
D. Leadership Transition, Best Practice Adoption, and Job Reassignment.
E. Reorganization, Job Redesign, and Leadership Retreat.

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