Question 1

The cornerstones of Shackleton's leadership behavior do NOT include ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   leading by example
B)   communicating a vision
C)   keeping records
D)   maintaining a positive attitude C

Question 2

Which of the following are almost always included in lists of important leadership traits?

Accepted Answer

A)   Basic intelligence
B)   Clear and strong values
C)   A high level of personal energy
D)   All of these D

Question 3

Sean, a sales manager at MusicForAll Inc., constantly seeks responsibility and works hard to succeed at his workplace. In the context of Edwin Ghiselli's traits for effective leadership, which of the following traits is most likely illustrated by Sean's behavior in this scenario?

Accepted Answer

A)   Neuroticism
B)   Initiative
C)   Supervisory ability
D)   Need for achievement D

Question 4

In the context of the managerial (leadership) grid for leadership effectiveness, which of the following managers has low concern for both production and people?

Accepted Answer

A)   The status quo manager
B)   The sweatshop manager
C)   The impoverished manager
D)   The country club manager

Question 5

Which of the following theories holds that multiple leadership variables determine the probability that leadership will occur, including the qualities of a leader, the characteristics of followers, and the nature of a situation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Leadership trait theory
B)   Leadership behavior theory
C)   Leadership contingency theory
D)   Implicit leadership theory

Question 6

Match the items below with their descriptions:
-trait

Accepted Answer

A)  basic intelligence, clear and strong values, and a high level of personal energy
B)  a distinguishing characteristic
C)  developed an assessment instrument known as the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire (LBDQ) 
D)  one's bearing, demeanor, and conduct
E)  initiating structure, showing considerationF) autocratic, democratic, laissez-faireG) believed that leadership ability was determined by two primary qualities-intelligence and vitalityH) effectiveness depends on leader, follower, and situational factorsI) the ability to elevate a follower's performance beyond previous expectations

Question 7

Which of the following dimensions of leadership behavior refers to the extent to which leaders take action to define the relationship between themselves and their staff, as well as the role that they expect each staff member to assume?

Accepted Answer

A)   Showing consideration
B)   Initiating structure
C)   Goal emphasis
D)   Work facilitation

Question 8

In the context of the managerial (leadership) grid for leadership effectiveness, which of the following statements is true about country club managers?

Accepted Answer

A)   They focus on being agreeable and keeping human relations smooth.
B)   They are results driven, and people are regarded as tools to that end.
C)   They are uninvolved in the work and withdraw from people.
D)   They care intensely about task accomplishment.

Question 9

The four cornerstones of Ernest Shackleton's leadership behavior are leading by example, communicating a vision, keeping up morale, and maintaining a positive attitude.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Match the items below with their descriptions:
-transformational leadership

Accepted Answer

A)  basic intelligence, clear and strong values, and a high level of personal energy
B)  a distinguishing characteristic
C)  developed an assessment instrument known as the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire (LBDQ) 
D)  one's bearing, demeanor, and conduct
E)  initiating structure, showing considerationF) autocratic, democratic, laissez-faireG) believed that leadership ability was determined by two primary qualities-intelligence and vitalityH) effectiveness depends on leader, follower, and situational factorsI) the ability to elevate a follower's performance beyond previous expectations

Question 11

Match the items below with their descriptions:
-dimensions of leadership

Accepted Answer

A)  basic intelligence, clear and strong values, and a high level of personal energy
B)  a distinguishing characteristic
C)  developed an assessment instrument known as the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire (LBDQ) 
D)  one's bearing, demeanor, and conduct
E)  initiating structure, showing considerationF) autocratic, democratic, laissez-faireG) believed that leadership ability was determined by two primary qualities-intelligence and vitalityH) effectiveness depends on leader, follower, and situational factorsI) the ability to elevate a follower's performance beyond previous expectations

Question 12

Who among the following once said, "THE EAR OF THE LEADER must ring with the voices of the people. Together they rise to the challenge of the day."?

Accepted Answer

A)   George Patton
B)   Will Durant
C)   Kurt Lewin
D)   Woodrow Wilson
E)   None of these

Question 13

In the context of leadership styles, the laissez-faire style pertains to a form or style of leadership ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   that is characterized by minimum control and maximum freedom
B)   in which focus is on equality, shared power, and group decision making
C)   that is directive and leader-centered
D)   in which power is exercised by a dominant and dictatorial individual

Question 14

Match the items below with their descriptions:
-Von Hindenburg

Accepted Answer

A)  basic intelligence, clear and strong values, and a high level of personal energy
B)  a distinguishing characteristic
C)  developed an assessment instrument known as the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire (LBDQ) 
D)  one's bearing, demeanor, and conduct
E)  initiating structure, showing considerationF) autocratic, democratic, laissez-faireG) believed that leadership ability was determined by two primary qualities-intelligence and vitalityH) effectiveness depends on leader, follower, and situational factorsI) the ability to elevate a follower's performance beyond previous expectations

Question 15

Match the items below with their descriptions:
-behavior

Accepted Answer

A)  basic intelligence, clear and strong values, and a high level of personal energy
B)  a distinguishing characteristic
C)  developed an assessment instrument known as the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire (LBDQ) 
D)  one's bearing, demeanor, and conduct
E)  initiating structure, showing considerationF) autocratic, democratic, laissez-faireG) believed that leadership ability was determined by two primary qualities-intelligence and vitalityH) effectiveness depends on leader, follower, and situational factorsI) the ability to elevate a follower's performance beyond previous expectations

Question 16

In the case study, Mr. Black, Ms. Blue, and Mr. White, the three supervisors have poor time management, exhibit bullying behavior, and lack job knowledge.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Early studies of leadership were based on two main theories, which were ________ theories.

Accepted Answer

A)   ancient and modern
B)   male and female
C)   centralized and decentralized
D)   trait and behavior
E)   time-sensitive and timeless

Question 18

Edwin Ghiselli identified six traits as being important for effective leadership. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

Accepted Answer

A)   Supervisory ability
B)   Initiative
C)   Intelligence
D)   Strong ego

Question 19

An ideal example of a transformational leader is ________. Her mission was to care for, in her own words, "the hungry, the naked, the homeless, the crippled, the blind, the lepers, all those people who feel unwanted, unloved, uncared for throughout society, people who have become a burden to the society and are shunned by everyone."

Accepted Answer

A)   Eleanor Roosevelt
B)   Saint Teresa
C)   Clara Barton
D)   Florence Nightingale

Question 20

Match the items below with their descriptions:
-Ralph Stogdill

Accepted Answer

A)  basic intelligence, clear and strong values, and a high level of personal energy
B)  a distinguishing characteristic
C)  developed an assessment instrument known as the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire (LBDQ) 
D)  one's bearing, demeanor, and conduct
E)  initiating structure, showing considerationF) autocratic, democratic, laissez-faireG) believed that leadership ability was determined by two primary qualities-intelligence and vitalityH) effectiveness depends on leader, follower, and situational factorsI) the ability to elevate a follower's performance beyond previous expectations

Exam 2: The Leadership Equation

The cornerstones of Shackleton's leadership behavior do NOT include ________.

Which of the following are almost always included in lists of important leadership traits?

Sean, a sales manager at MusicForAll Inc., constantly seeks responsibility and works hard to succeed at his workplace. In the context of Edwin Ghiselli's traits for effective leadership, which of the following traits is most likely illustrated by Sean's behavior in this scenario?

In the context of the managerial (leadership) grid for leadership effectiveness, which of the following managers has low concern for both production and people?

Which of the following theories holds that multiple leadership variables determine the probability that leadership will occur, including the qualities of a leader, the characteristics of followers, and the nature of a situation?

Match the items below with their descriptions: -trait

Which of the following dimensions of leadership behavior refers to the extent to which leaders take action to define the relationship between themselves and their staff, as well as the role that they expect each staff member to assume?

In the context of the managerial (leadership) grid for leadership effectiveness, which of the following statements is true about country club managers?

The four cornerstones of Ernest Shackleton's leadership behavior are leading by example, communicating a vision, keeping up morale, and maintaining a positive attitude.

Match the items below with their descriptions: -transformational leadership

Match the items below with their descriptions: -dimensions of leadership

Who among the following once said, "THE EAR OF THE LEADER must ring with the voices of the people. Together they rise to the challenge of the day."?

In the context of leadership styles, the laissez-faire style pertains to a form or style of leadership ________.

Match the items below with their descriptions: -Von Hindenburg

Match the items below with their descriptions: -behavior

In the case study, Mr. Black, Ms. Blue, and Mr. White, the three supervisors have poor time management, exhibit bullying behavior, and lack job knowledge.

Early studies of leadership were based on two main theories, which were ________ theories.

Edwin Ghiselli identified six traits as being important for effective leadership. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

Match the items below with their descriptions: -Ralph Stogdill