Leadership Quiz

What is the process of influencing people so that they could contribute to the goals of the organization or group?

• Delegating

• Planning

• Leading

• Organizing

Which type of leadership involves giving little scope to influence decisions and using fear and authority to get things done?

• Laissez-Faire leadership

• Authoritarian leadership

• Paternalistic leadership

• Democratic leadership

What is the main objective of paternalistic leadership?

• Reduce resistance to new innovations

• Help, guide, and protect subordinates

• Encourage team spirit

• Increase efficiency

Which type of leadership encourages participation of staff in decision making and results in job satisfaction?

• Democratic leadership

• Paternalistic leadership

• Authoritarian leadership

• Laissez-Faire leadership

What is the advantage of free-rein/laissez-faire leadership?

• High productivity

• Lack of team spirit

• Insecurity and frustration

• Disorganization of activities

Which quality of a good leader involves the ability to analyze situations and formulate appropriate actions?

• Tactful

• Stamina

• Judgement

• Drive

What is the main disadvantage of autocratic leadership?

• Development of worker's commitment

• Misunderstanding and communication breakdown

• High staff morale

• Active participation in management

Which type of leadership may result in subordination of departmental interest to individual interest?

• Laissez-Faire leadership

• Authoritarian leadership

• Democratic leadership

• Paternalistic leadership

What is the advantage of democratic/participative leadership?

• Conflict between management and workers

• Increased employee morale

• Total trust between management and employees

• Fear of erosion in power base

Which quality of a good leader involves the ability to work with others and listen to staff problems?

• Sympathy

• Adaptability/flexibility

• Human understanding

• Emotional maturity