Quiz: Introduction to Leadership

Northouse suggests that effective leadership does not necessarily require interpersonal influence, as long as leaders can communicate their ideas.

• True
• False

Which of the following best defines leadership as described in Chapter 1 by Daft (2022) textbook?

• The ability to influence people to achieve organizational goals.
• The authority to make decisions for a team or organization.
• The act of controlling employee actions.
• The process of establishing policies and procedures.

According to Daft, what is one of the main differences between leadership and management?

• Leadership is about establishing procedures, whereas management is about inspiring.
• Leadership is about setting direction, whereas management is about organizing and staffing.
• Management focuses on relationships, while leadership focuses on tasks.
• Leadership and management are identical in practice.

Which of the following is NOT identified by Daft as a key characteristic of a leader?

• Innovation
• Stability
• Influence
• Vision

leadership in modern organizations is increasingly characterized by:

• Command and control
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Hierarchical structures
• Rigid processes

Northouse believes that leadership should be seen as a transactional process rather than a transformational one.

• True
• False

What term does Daft use to describe leaders who emphasize collaboration, learning, and adaptation?

• Transactional leaders
• Transformational leaders
• Autocratic leaders
• Servant leaders

Which of the following is true about the Great Man Theory of leadership?

• It asserts that leaders are made, not born.
• It emphasizes leadership as a collective effort.
• It suggests that leaders possess inherent traits that make them effective.
• It advocates for leadership training and development programs.

According to the Trait Theory of leadership, which of these traits is commonly associated with effective leaders?

• Passive attitude
• Dominance
• Inflexibility
• Introversion

In Chapter 1, Daft discusses which of the following as a major challenge for leaders today?

• Improving technological proficiency
• Navigating change and uncertainty
• Increasing employee salaries
• Ensuring compliance with regulations