Leadership Theories Quiz

What does the Great Man Theory suggest about leaders?

• Great leaders are born, not made.

• Leaders are made, not born.

• Leadership is about having the right style.

• Leadership is a skill that can be learned.

Which theory focuses on identifying key attributes for effective leadership?

• Situational Leadership Theory

• Contingency Theory

• Great Man Theory

• Trait Theory

What is the main focus of the Skills Theory of Leadership?

• Identifying inherent traits of leaders

• Developing practical skills for leadership

• Matching leaders to the right setting

• Adapting leadership style to the situation

Which theory suggests that leadership style is crucial for success?

• Skills Theory

• Managerial Grid

• Contingency Theory

• Leader-Member Exchange Theory

What does the Situational Leadership Theory emphasize?

• Leadership is about rewards and punishments

• Leaders are born, not made

• Adapting leadership style to the situation

• Leadership is about fixed traits

According to Contingency Theory, what is essential for effective leadership?

• Developing technical skills

• Being both people-friendly and performance-focused

• Matching the leader's style to the setting

• Adapting to the situation

What is the focus of Transactional Leadership?

• Reciprocity of behavior between leader and follower

• Adapting leadership style to the situation

• Creating an environment of trust and cooperation

• Inspiring followers towards a vision

How does Transformational Leadership differ from Transactional Leadership?

• It focuses on rewards and punishments

• It emphasizes inspiring and transforming the environment

• It is about matching leaders to the right setting

• It focuses on technical skills

What does the Leader-Member Exchange Theory suggest?

• Adapting leadership style to the situation

• Leadership is about fixed traits

• Leadership is about rewards and punishments

• Creating an in-group and out-group affects performance

What is the essence of Servant Leadership Theory?

• Adapting leadership style to the situation

• Leaders should focus on rewards and punishments

• Leaders should serve followers' needs

• Leadership is about fixed traits