Professional Scrum Master 2 (PSM II) Certification - A Crash Course - Scrum Master Roles: How to Improve the Development

The video explains the role of a Scrum Master, who is responsible for ensuring the Scrum Team adheres to Scrum practices and values. The Scrum Master facilitates daily meetings, protects the team from distractions, and manages tools and processes. They also encourage continuous improvement and reflection, helping the team to avoid complacency and improve their processes. The Scrum Master acts as a buffer against external distractions and organizes events for idea exchange with other teams.

What is the primary responsibility of a Scrum Master in relation to the Scrum process?

• To approve the final product

• To lead the development team

• To ensure the team follows Scrum practices

• To manage the product backlog

How does a Scrum Master help the team stay focused during a Sprint?

• By approving the final product

• By setting deadlines for each task

• By providing a buffer against external distractions

• By assigning tasks to team members

Which activity is NOT a responsibility of a Scrum Master?

• Protecting the team from distractions

• Developing the product vision

• Ensuring the team follows recognized procedures

• Facilitating daily stand-up meetings

What is one way a Scrum Master can help the team continuously improve?

• By approving the final product

• By organizing exchange events with other Scrum teams

• By assigning roles to team members

• By setting strict deadlines

How does a Scrum Master promote reflection and analysis within the team?

• By assigning tasks to team members

• By setting strict rules for meetings

• By approving the final product

• By asking open questions that require analysis