Leadership and Performance Quiz

What is the primary focus of Trait Theories in leadership?

• Behavioral characteristics of leaders

• Situational variables affecting leadership

• Social, physical, personal, and intellectual characteristics

• Charismatic influence on followers

Which of the following is NOT a component of effective leadership?

• Motivational theories

• Trait theories

• Behavioral theories

• Contingency theories

According to Behavioral Theories, what are the two main dimensions of leadership?

• Transformational and transactional

• Initiating structure and consideration

• Task-oriented and relationship-oriented

• Autocratic and democratic

What does the Path-goal Theory emphasize?

• Leader's decision-making style

• Leader's charisma and influence

• Leader's ability to motivate subordinates

• Leader's traits and situational variables

Which leadership style is characterized by providing specific guidelines?

• Participative leader

• Achievement-oriented leader

• Instrumental/directive leader

• Supportive leader

What is the focus of Hersey and Blanchard’s situational theory?

• Leader's power position

• Follower's maturity

• Leader's decision-making process

• Leader's charisma

In the Leader-member Exchange Theory, what are the two classifications of subordinates?

• In-group and out-group

• Task-oriented and relationship-oriented

• Supportive and directive

• Autocratic and democratic

What does the Least Preferred Coworker (LPC) measure?

• Leader's task-oriented or relationship-oriented style

• Leader's ability to motivate subordinates

• Leader's decision-making style

• Leader's emotional intelligence

Which of the following is a characteristic of a charismatic leader?

• Focus on task completion

• Ability to influence through vision

• Strict adherence to rules

• Emphasis on follower's maturity

What type of power is based on a leader's expertise?

• Coercive power

• Expert power

• Referent power

• Legitimate power