EST revision quiz

Consider the expeditions you have participated in and answer the following: List two leadership methods and explain how you used each method effectively on an expedition.

Hint, Telling, Selling, Testing, Consulting, Joining, Delegating.

Which statement best describes the main focus of task-oriented and people-oriented leadership styles?

• Task-oriented leadership focuses on achieving specific tasks, while people-oriented leadership focuses on team dynamics and individual needs.

• Task-oriented leadership focuses on team dynamics, while people-oriented leadership focuses on achieving specific tasks.

• Both leadership styles focus primarily on achieving specific tasks.

• Both leadership styles focus primarily on team dynamics and individual needs.

Define 'environmental sustainability.'

Answer explanation

Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

**Must include present and future.

ie the current solution has no negative future implications.

The use of renewable resources is one way in which society can become more environmentally sustainable. Which of the following best describes a 'renewable resource'?

• A resource that is available in limited quantities and can be depleted

• A resource that can be used repeatedly and replaced naturally

• A resource that is derived from fossil fuels

• A resource that has a negative impact on the environment

Identify three renewable resources found in Western Australia that produce energy.

Answer explanation

Wind, solar, biomass, hydroelectricity

Choose one renewable resource and describe how it is used to produce energy.

Answer explanation

Wind

Wind is predominately used to generate electricity from the use of wind turbines. Wind turbines operate by harnessing the strength of the wind which turns the blades attached to a generation plant that creates electricity.

Solar

Solar panels convert sunlight to electricity through electrons in the panels. Solar can also be used to heat hot water systems in homes.

Biomass

Refers to the decomposition of organic material to create heat which can then be used to create electricity.

Hydroelectricity

Involves the use of flowing water to create electricity. It does this by diverting water through pipes or channels that rotate large blades in a turbine. These blades are connected to an electrical generator to produce electricity.

After being together on expedition for some time, a group will typically experience a period of conflict as the members attempt to establish themselves within the group. Identify which stage of Tuckman's model of group development is being described.

• Forming

• Storming

• Norming

• Performing

After being together on expedition for some time, a group will typically experience a period of conflict as the members attempt to establish themselves within the group. Name and explain the most appropriate style of leadership that should be used by the leader at this time.

Answer explanation

The Democratic leadership style allows a group to develop their own solutions to conflicts. As the group has formed already, the leader’s concern for relationships increases hence the shift to Democratic style.

Name and outline three skills for building group relationships that leaders like Sophia, Benjamin, and Zoe could use during a corporate strategy planning session in order to progress the group through the STORMING stage.

Answer explanation

Communication Enables you to share knowledge, instruct, cooperate, argue and discuss. May be Verbal or non-verbal.

Active listening Active listeners are able to restate information received from the speaker, that shows understanding of what has been said. They may paraphrase, observe body language, or give encouraging responses.

Assertiveness Being able to stand up for your rights, without denying or putting down the rights of others.

Negotiation Is the method by which people settle differences.

Conflict resolution Involves being able to sort out arguments, being able to find a peaceful resolution to a disagreement.

Which of the following examples would be considered relevant equipment. Location - forest.

• Gaiters, prevent injury from animal bites and scratches.

• Rope, useful for climbing or crossing rivers.

• Hiking boots – correct footwear to provide grip and comfort whilst hiking through the forest 

• Canoe paddle, used for expedition on water