Question 1

Transformational leaders are viewed as visionaries while transactional leaders are viewed as task and reward oriented.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The Greek word charisma means:

Accepted Answer

A)  "extraordinary quality." 
B)  "divinely inspired gift." 
C)  "exceptional ability." 
D)  "attribute of wisdom." 
A)  "extraordinary quality." 
B)  "divinely inspired gift." 
C)  "exceptional ability." 
D)  "attribute of wisdom."

Question 3

Transactional leadership serves to change the status quo by articulating to followers the problems in the current system and a compelling vision of what a new organization could be.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

One method for differentiating between positive and negative charisma is in terms of the values and personality of the leader.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

In the four stage model of the transformation process, which of the following is the first stage?

Accepted Answer

A)  Institutionalize change 
B)  Challenge the status quo and make a convincing case for change 
C)  Inspire a shared vision of the future 
D)  Provide effective leadership during the change 
A)  Institutionalize change 
B)  Challenge the status quo and make a convincing case for change 
C)  Inspire a shared vision of the future 
D)  Provide effective leadership during the change

Question 6

Some scholars refer to transactional leaders as

Accepted Answer

A)  charismatic 
B)  managers 
C)  CEOs 
D)  enforcers 
A)  charismatic 
B)  managers 
C)  CEOs 
D)  enforcers

Question 7

At the annual shareholders' meeting, the CEO gave a speech that was described as compelling, eloquent, thoughtful, and challenging. Everyone present felt an emotional connection to the CEO's seemingly unattainable sales goal for the next year. Though some thought the odds of hitting a sales goal that high are maybe 70 percent, the majority of the employees left the meeting very inspired. The CEO's performance matches what characteristic of charismatic leadership?

Accepted Answer

A)  vision 
B)  superb communication skills 
C)  self-confidence and moral conviction 
D)  ability to inspire trust 
E)  high risk orientation
F) high energy and action orientation
G) relational power base
H) minimum internal conflict
I) ability to empower others
J) self-promoting personality 
A)  vision 
B)  superb communication skills 
C)  self-confidence and moral conviction 
D)  ability to inspire trust 
E)  high risk orientation
F) high energy and action orientation
G) relational power base
H) minimum internal conflict
I) ability to empower others
J) self-promoting personality

Question 8

Stewardship calls for the highest level of selflessness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Think of a leader from your work experience or education who you believe has charisma. Explain why.

Accepted Answer

One leader that comes to mind is my form

Question 10

Suggested activities for inspiring a shared vision include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  encouraging everyone to think of a new and brighter future. 
B)  involving others in seeing and moving toward the vision. 
C)  expressing the new vision in both ideological and economic terms. 
D)  helping followers find self-fulfillment with the new vision. 
A)  encouraging everyone to think of a new and brighter future. 
B)  involving others in seeing and moving toward the vision. 
C)  expressing the new vision in both ideological and economic terms. 
D)  helping followers find self-fulfillment with the new vision.

Question 11

Charismatic leaders tend to have a high risk orientation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Leadership that empowers followers to make decisions and have control over their jobs is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  servant leadership. 
B)  followership. 
C)  stewardship. 
D)  none of the answers are correct 
A)  servant leadership. 
B)  followership. 
C)  stewardship. 
D)  none of the answers are correct

Question 13

Stewardship works best when there is perceived equality between leaders and followers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Typically, all charismatic leaders are good leaders.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Do you believe everyone has the same capability to become a servant leader, or are some people by their nature more inclined to be servant leaders?

Accepted Answer

I believe that everyone has the capabili

Question 16

Max Weber and the term "charisma" to explain a form of influence based on:

Accepted Answer

A)  traditional authority systems. 
B)  follower perceptions. 
C)  leader-member exchange. 
D)  legal-rational authority systems. 
A)  traditional authority systems. 
B)  follower perceptions. 
C)  leader-member exchange. 
D)  legal-rational authority systems.

Question 17

Unlike other types of leaders, charismatic leaders use referent power and expert power to influence followers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Suggested strategies for acquiring charismatic qualities are to develop visionary skills in college courses and to practice being candid and forthright.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Transactional leadership behavior has a greater positive effect on follower moral development identity than does transformational leadership behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Briefly explain Max Weber's conceptualization of charisma.

Accepted Answer

Weber used the term charisma to explain

Transformational leaders are viewed as visionaries while transactional leaders are viewed as task and reward oriented.

The Greek word charisma means:

Transactional leadership serves to change the status quo by articulating to followers the problems in the current system and a compelling vision of what a new organization could be.

One method for differentiating between positive and negative charisma is in terms of the values and personality of the leader.

In the four stage model of the transformation process, which of the following is the first stage?

Some scholars refer to transactional leaders as

Stewardship calls for the highest level of selflessness.

Think of a leader from your work experience or education who you believe has charisma. Explain why.

Suggested activities for inspiring a shared vision include all of the following EXCEPT:

Charismatic leaders tend to have a high risk orientation.

Leadership that empowers followers to make decisions and have control over their jobs is called:

Stewardship works best when there is perceived equality between leaders and followers.

Typically, all charismatic leaders are good leaders.

Do you believe everyone has the same capability to become a servant leader, or are some people by their nature more inclined to be servant leaders?

Max Weber and the term "charisma" to explain a form of influence based on:

Unlike other types of leaders, charismatic leaders use referent power and expert power to influence followers.

Suggested strategies for acquiring charismatic qualities are to develop visionary skills in college courses and to practice being candid and forthright.

Transactional leadership behavior has a greater positive effect on follower moral development identity than does transformational leadership behavior.

Briefly explain Max Weber's conceptualization of charisma.

Who Is a Leader

Leadership Ethics and Traits

Leadership Motivation and Behavior

Contingency Theories in Leadership

Influencing: Politics, Power, Negotiation, and Networking

Coaching, Communication, and Conflict Skills

Follower-ship and Leader Member Exchange

Self-Managed Teams and Team Leadership

Leadership of Ethics, Diversity, and Culture

Change Management and Strategic Leadership

The Learning Organization and Crisis Leadership

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Exam 9: Transformational and Charismatic Leadership

Transformational leaders are viewed as visionaries while transactional leaders are viewed as task and reward oriented.

The Greek word charisma means:

Transactional leadership serves to change the status quo by articulating to followers the problems in the current system and a compelling vision of what a new organization could be.

One method for differentiating between positive and negative charisma is in terms of the values and personality of the leader.

In the four stage model of the transformation process, which of the following is the first stage?

Some scholars refer to transactional leaders as

Stewardship calls for the highest level of selflessness.

Think of a leader from your work experience or education who you believe has charisma. Explain why.

Suggested activities for inspiring a shared vision include all of the following EXCEPT:

Charismatic leaders tend to have a high risk orientation.

Leadership that empowers followers to make decisions and have control over their jobs is called:

Stewardship works best when there is perceived equality between leaders and followers.

Typically, all charismatic leaders are good leaders.

Do you believe everyone has the same capability to become a servant leader, or are some people by their nature more inclined to be servant leaders?

Max Weber and the term "charisma" to explain a form of influence based on:

Unlike other types of leaders, charismatic leaders use referent power and expert power to influence followers.

Suggested strategies for acquiring charismatic qualities are to develop visionary skills in college courses and to practice being candid and forthright.

Transactional leadership behavior has a greater positive effect on follower moral development identity than does transformational leadership behavior.

Briefly explain Max Weber's conceptualization of charisma.

Who Is a Leader

Leadership Ethics and Traits

Leadership Motivation and Behavior

Contingency Theories in Leadership

Influencing: Politics, Power, Negotiation, and Networking

Coaching, Communication, and Conflict Skills

Follower-ship and Leader Member Exchange

Self-Managed Teams and Team Leadership

Leadership of Ethics, Diversity, and Culture

Change Management and Strategic Leadership

The Learning Organization and Crisis Leadership

Filters