Which pattern of traits (from strongest to weakest) is best for managers in
organizations?
a. power, affiliation, achievement
b. achievement, power, affiliation
c. power, achievement, affiliation
d. achievement, affiliation, power
Which theory has the most emphasis on the responsibility of leaders to oppose social
injustice and inequality?
a. transformational leadership
b. authentic leadership
c. servant leadership
d. transforming leadership
A very narcissistic leader is most likely to:
a. have empathy and concern for subordinates
b. perceive human relationships in complex terms
c. become preoccupied with power and prestige
d. seek objective advice from subordinates and peers
Which description of cross-cultural research on leadership is most accurate?
a. new methods of cross-cultural research provide clear, consistent results
b. the research found that there is little similarity of leadership across cultures
c. methodological problems make the interpretation of results very difficult
d. the results show most leadership theories are equally valid across cultures
What is the best conclusion about the current state of leadership theory?
a. most of the theories are strongly supported by empirical research
b. most of the theories provide a good explanation of leadership processes
c. most of the theories are very comprehensive
d. most of the theories have not been adequately tested
Which was not found in most descriptive research on managerial activities?
a. the content of managerial work is varied and fragmented
b. the pace of managerial work is hectic and unrelenting
c. much time is spent on reflective activities such as planning
d. many interactions involve peers or outsiders
What is the name of the most extensive research program on cross-cultural leadership?
a. effective leadership across nations (ELAN)
b. global leadership in different environments (GLIDE)
c. leadership effectiveness across different societies (LEADS)
d. global leadership and organizational behavior effectiveness (GLOBE)
Which statement about transformational and charismatic leadership is most accurate?
a. both types of leadership involve the same underlying processes
b. both type of leadership are effective in any situation
c. charismatic leaders are more effective in business organizations
d. charismatic leaders are less common in business organizations
Which theory includes the largest number of influence processes and follower
characteristics?
a. transforming leadership
b. authentic leadership
c. spiritual leadership
d. servant leadership
The type of organization culture most likely to facilitate long-term performance in a
turbulent environment would emphasize:
a. the need to improve short-term profits
b. the need for a powerful and visionary CEO
c. the need for flexibility and continuous learning
d. the need for consensus among organization members
Convergence of findings from different research approaches in leadership:
a. has been a prime concern of most leadership theorists
b. has been extensively validated by empirical research
c. is entirely a matter of speculation by academic scholars
d. is facilitated by an integrating conceptual framework
Which is not a core performance determinant for an organization in the flexible
leadership theory?
a. efficiency and process reliability
b. leader experience and intelligence
c. human resources and relations
d. innovation and adaptation
Which of the following was not a guideline for how to delegate effectively?
a. specify the subordinate’s scope of authority and limits of discretion
b. explain the new responsibilities and the expected results
c. arrange for the subordinate to receive relevant information
d. tell the subordinate to report any problems immediately
Which attribute was considered important for leaders in all of the cultures that were
studied?
a. ambitious
b. humble
c. self sacrificing
d. decisive
Which of the following was not recommended as a guideline for coaching?
a. provide constructive feedback about effective and ineffective behavior
b. ask specific questions to help the person analyze his or her performance
c. encourage the person to look at a problem from different perspectives
d. provide detailed instructions on how to carry out each assignment
According to flexible leadership theory, strategic leadership is most difficult when:
a. adaptation is more important than the other performance determinants
b. efficiency is more important than the other performance determinants
c. the performance determinants are all very important
d. the performance determinants all differ in importance
Which of the following was not mentioned as a reason for changes in managerial work?
a. human nature
b. globalization
c. cultural diversity of employees
d. communication technology
The greatest amount of shared leadership is likely to be found in:
a. a self-managed operational team
b. a quality circle
c. a cross-functional project team
d. a virtual team
In comparison to low-level supervisors, top executives usually need more:
a. conceptual skills
b. technical skills
c. interpersonal skills
d. processing skills
Descriptive research on narcissistic charismatics found that they are most likely to:
a take the time to guide and facilitate the implementation of their vision in the
organization
b. press ahead in a persistent quest to attain their vision despite setbacks or negative
evidence
c. give recognition to followers who make important contributions to the attainment of
the vision
d. plan carefully for a successor qualified to protect the vision after the leader departs
Which of the following is not an example of supporting behavior?
a. clearly explain what the subordinate is expected to do
b. express confidence in a subordinate who has a difficult task
c. remember details about a subordinate’s interests and family
d. help a subordinate deal with a personal problem