Leadership Theories and Styles Quiz

What are the main theories that emerged during the 20th century regarding leadership?

• Great Man theory, Trait theory, Process leadership theory, Style and Behavioral theory, Transformational, Transactional and Laissez Faire leadership theory

• Only the Great Man theory

• Only Trait theory

• Only Transformational leadership theory

What does the Trait Theory suggest about leaders?

• Leaders are born with certain traits

• Leaders are made through experience

• Leadership traits are irrelevant

• All leaders are the same

What is the main idea behind Contingency Theories?

• No single leadership style is effective in all situations

• All leaders should use the same style

• Leadership is only about traits

• Leaders do not need to adapt

Fill in the blank: According to the Great Man theory, leaders are (a)   .

What are the three different leadership styles introduced by Yukl (1989)?

• Autocratic

• Democratic

• Laissez-faire

What do Feidler & House (1994) identify as vital variables in leadership effectiveness?

• Consideration

• Initiating Structure

What is the main focus of transactional leadership according to Bass and Avolio (1994)?

• Contingent-reward

• Management-by-exception

What distinguishes transformational leadership from other theories?

• Alignment to a greater good

• Focus on followers' needs

What are the components of transactional leadership style?

• Contingent reward

• Management-by-exception (active)

• Management-by-exception (passive)

What is the focus of contingent reward leadership?

• Achieving results through material rewards

• Building enthusiasm through emotional appeals

• Trusting workers to meet standards

• Avoiding risk-taking