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WorksheetsLeadership Quiz (Power)
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 15mins
Power in leadership is defined as
The potential influence over others
Control over resources
The ability to punish others
The right to make decisions
The ability to give out rewards
Position power comes from
Top management and the organizational hierarchy
The leader's personality
Followers' respect
Expertise in a specific field
Connections in the organization
The trend for today's effective leaders is
Using more position power than personal power
Relying mainly on coercive power
Focusing solely on legitimate authority
Using more personal power than position power
Avoiding influence from followers
“You must do what I say because I am your manager” reflects
Legitimate power
Reward power
Expert power
Coercive power
Referent power
Reward power primarily uses which influencing tactic?
Exchange
Inspirational appeals
Pressure
Coalition
Rational persiasion
The fear of reprimands, suspension, or dismissal is associated with
Coercive power
Reward power
Legitimate power
Information power
Expert power
“Please help. I know you won't let a friend get fired.” is an example of
Referent power
Expert power
Legitimate power
Information power
Connection power
Which type of power is based on skill and knowledge?
Expert power
Connection power
Referent power
Information power
Legitimate power
Which is NOT related to position power?
Reward power
Expert power
Connection power
Coercive power
Legitimate power
Which is NOT related to personal power?
Referent power
Expert power
Connection power
Information power
Legitimate power
Position power and personal power are completely dependent on each other.
True
False
Can't be sure
Expert power commonly uses inspirational appeals as its influencing tactic.
True
False
Can't be sure
Personal power can be gained or lost depending on the leader’s behavior.
True
False
Can't be sure
Connection power uses the rational persuasion influencing tactic.
True
False
Can't be sure
A leader can lose power over time if follower expectations are not met.
True
False
Can't be sure
What power is utilized in this situation? Wite one word only.
A manager offers a bonus if the team meets tomorrow’s deadline.
(a)
What power is utilized in this situation? Wite one word only.
An employee complies with instructions because the manager is the official supervisor.
(a)
What power is utilized in this situation? Wite one word only.
A worker agrees to help because the manager is known to be kind and supportive.
(a)
What power is utilized in this situation? Wite one word only.
A supervisor threatens a poor performance evaluation if tasks are not completed.
(a)
What power is utilized in this situation? Wite one word only.
A leader secures support by involving influential colleagues in the decision.
(a)
The process of gaining and using power in an organization.
Politics
Networking
Reciprocity
Coalitions
Negotiating
The process of developing relationships for the purpose of socializing and politicking.
Politics
Networking
Reciprocity
Coalitions
Negotiating
This involves creating obligations and developing alliances and using them to accomplish objectives.
Politics
Networking
Reciprocity
Coalitions
Negotiating
Two or more people or groups agree to work together temporarily to achieve a common goal.
Politics
Networking
Reciprocity
Coalitions
Negotiating
Which is not a way to develop your political behavior?
Learn the organizational culture and power players
Establish rapport
Develop good working relationship with your manager
Gain recognition
Be loyal, honest team player
