Explaining why a proposed activity would be good for the target person is an example
of which tactic?
a. rational persuasion
b. apprising
c. exchange
d. collaboration
Which type of research is least likely to be useful for increasing our understanding of
leadership at this point in the development of the field?
a. comparative case studies
b. same source survey studies
c. field experiments
d. longitudinal field studies
The implications of empowerment for effective leadership are most important for which
level of leadership theory?
a. individual level
b. dyadic level
c. group level
d. organizational level
What is the most important indictor of personal integrity in the theories of ethical
leadership? a. leader values are consistent with follower values
b. leader behavior is consistent with follower values
c. leader behavior is consistent with the leader’s espoused values
d. the leader’s espoused values are consistent with cultural norms
What is the initial stage in the multi-stage model of reaction to change?
a. anger
b.denial
c. mourning
d. regression
The primary explanatory process in Path-goal Theory of leadership is:
a. the influence of leader expectations on subordinate behavior
b. the influence of leader expectations on subordinate expectations
c. the influence of leader behavior on subordinate expectations
d. the influence of leader behavior on group processes
Control over access to information is a source of power over:
a. subordinates
b. subordinates and peers
c. peers and superiors
d. peers, superiors, and subordinates
To improve problem solving, it was recommended that managers should:
a. concentrate on solving the easy problems first
b. concentrate on solving the most difficult problems first
c. deal with a problem as soon as it is discovered
d. look for ways to solve related problems at the same time
A successful vision for an organization is most likely to include:
a. specific performance objectives with a clear deadline
b. a memorable slogan about the key value to be achieved
c. a list of tangible benefits that members can expect to receive
d. a vivid image of what can be achieved and why it is worthwhile
Research finds that major changes in companies are usually initiated by:
a. a strong chief executive who has occupied the position for many years
b. an internal successor selected by the prior chief executive before retiring
c. an internal successor selected to replace the prior CEO who was forced out
d. an external successor brought in to replace a CEO who was forced out
Employee talent is relevant for understanding effective leadership:
a. at the dyadic level
b. at the group level
c. at the organizational level
d. at all three of these levels
Which was a suggested guideline for communicating a vision?
a. set a concrete deadline for attaining key aspects of the vision
b. explain in a general way how the vision can be attained
c. remind followers about difficult obstacles to be overcome
d. offer incentives to motivate follower commitment to the vision
Which statement about implicit leadership theories is not accurate?
a. implicit theories influence a person’s evaluation of leaders
b. implicit theories usually involve assumptions about effective leadership
c. implicit theories can result in biased ratings of a leader’s behavior
d. implicit theories are seldom found in people who are intelligen
What is the recommended way to deal with someone in a key position who continues to
resist change and is likely to sabotage it?
a. ignore the resistance and try to work around the person
b. find a qualified replacement who supports the change
c. warn the person to stop resisting the change
d. keep asking the person to support the change
Which of the following is not an example of clarifying behavior by a leader?
a. explain the reasons for an assignment
b. clearly explain what results are expected
c. ask the subordinate to set performance goals
d. explain the relative priority of different tasks
Planning in organizations is usually:
a. formal and detailed
b. formal and flexible
c. informal and detailed
d. informal and flexible
According to Shamir, the vision articulated by charismatic leaders emphasizes:
a. specific, challenging performance objectives
b. tangible benefits that justify exceptional follower effort
c. symbolic and expressive aspects of the work itself
d. factual evidence about the feasibility of the objectives
Which of the following is not likely to be a benefit from using delegation?
a. more development of the subordinate’s skills
b. less responsibility for an overloaded manager
c. increased commitment by the subordinate
d. more efficient time management for the manager
Which type of behavior is least likely to occur with people outside the leader’s work
unit?
a. scanning
b. empowering
c. networking
d. representing
Which conclusion about progress in leadership research is most accurate?
a. most leadership studies have yielded useful knowledge
b. progress has been much faster than was initially expected
c. much has been learned about determinants of effective leadership
d. very little is known about the determinants of effective leadership
Which influence tactic is least likely to result in target commitment?
a. exchange
b. rational persuasion
c. collaboration
d. inspirational appeals
Research at CCL found that leaders who eventually derailed in their careers:
a. experienced a string of successes in their earlier managerial positions
b. developed many cooperative relationships in their earlier positions
c. had earlier experience in a variety of different of managerial positions
d. had earlier managerial positions that were very difficult and challenging
Which of the following statements about learning from feedback is least likely to be
true for top executives?
a. the realization that they have made it to the top causes executives to become less
defensive and more open to feedback
b. top executives tend to become isolated from most people except other executives
who cannot provide much useful feedback
c. most executives receive much praise but little constructive criticism from their
subordinates
d. feelings of confidence and superiority cause many executives to ignore or discount
negative feedback
Most leadership theories emphasize:
a. leader characteristics
b. follower characteristics
c. both leader and follower characteristics
d. characteristics of the leadership situation
In a meeting to deal with poor performance by a subordinate, the leader should:
a. ask the subordinate to suggest remedies
b. tell the subordinate what must be done
c. refer to formal rules and work procedures
d. have the subordinate ask coworkers for advice
Which is not a recommended guideline for transformational leadership?
a. ask followers to trust the leader’s exceptional ability
b. act confident and optimistic when setbacks occur
c. lead by example to model effective behavior
b. use dramatic, symbolic actions to emphasize key values
A theory that emphasizes leader traits and skills as determinants of leadership behavior
is best categorized at what level?
a. individual
b. dyadic
c. group
d. organizational
Ethical behavior is more likely to occur when the dominant concern for the leader is:
a. complying with the organization’s formal rules and policies
b. avoiding negative consequences for the person’s career
c. acting consistent with internal values and ethical beliefs
d. carrying out role expectations for the leadership position
According to Path-goal theory, supportive leadership contributes most to subordinate
satisfaction and motivation when the task is:
a. tedious and stressful
b. important and meaningful
c. complex and variable
d. interesting and enjoyable
Which influence tactic is most likely to result in target commitment?
a. consultation
b. exchange
c. personal appeal
d. ingratiation