Leadership Quiz

What is the primary definition of leadership?

• The process of administering an organization

• The ability to manage resources efficiently

• Influencing a group toward achieving goals

• A form of social problem-solving

Which is NOT a distinction between managers and leaders?

• Managers administer; leaders innovate

• Managers maintain; leaders develop

• Managers inspire; leaders control

• Managers ask how and when; leaders ask what and why

What does the term "leadership myths" refer to?

• Leadership is based purely on genetics

• Leadership requires both common sense and formal training

• Only formal education is needed to become a leader

• Leadership is solely a product of experience

Leadership involves which of the following?

• Managing resources efficiently

• Setting organizational policies

• Influencing a group to achieve goals

• Delegating tasks effectively

Which of the following characteristics is NOT typically associated with a leader?

• Inspires followers

• Innovates

• Maintains control

• Has a long-term view

Which leadership myth suggests that leadership is only learned through experience?

• Leadership is common sense

• Leaders are born, not made

• Leaders only learn through the school of hard knocks

• Leaders are always rational

Which of the following is a rational component of leadership?

• Logic and reasoning

• Passion

• Emotional appeals

• Charisma

In what way do leaders differ from managers?

• Leaders administer policies

• Leaders focus on short-term goals

• Leaders challenge the status quo

• Leaders imitate others

Leadership is considered a mix of which two components?

• Art and practice

• Science and emotion

• Logic and control

• Innovation and management

An effective leader is someone who is:

• Emotionally detached

• Focused only on results

• Calm and controlled under pressure

• Avoiding conflict at all costs