Question 1

Research about why leaders fail indicates that the primary cause of failure is lack of technical expertise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The most important component of emotional intelligence is sympathy for others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Leaders who are high on ____________ are better able to guide their followers through challenging tasks because they can recognize perceptual patterns and coordinate group activities.

Accepted Answer

A) self-monitoring 
B) empathy 
C) consideration 
D) optimism 
A) self-monitoring 
B) empathy 
C) consideration 
D) optimism

Question 4

Most cultures in the world value compassion and frugality.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Despite some changes,top executives in the United States and the rest of the world are still heterogeneous.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Hitler and Stalin are well-known tyrants in history who exhibited strong narcissistic tendencies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

_____________ is increasingly being suggested as being more important than ____________.

Accepted Answer

A) Ability to relate to others;intelligence 
B) Consideration for people;focus on the task 
C) Cognitive ability;social skills 
D) Cultural knowledge;task skills. 
A) Ability to relate to others;intelligence 
B) Consideration for people;focus on the task 
C) Cognitive ability;social skills 
D) Cultural knowledge;task skills.

Question 8

Over the years,researchers have identified five major personality dimensions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

According to Theresa Amabile,most people can be creative with experience and motivation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

When people are encouraged to behave outside their zone of comfort,they are likely to:

Accepted Answer

A) learn and grow even though the behavior is threatening to them 
B) develop leadership skills 
C) become frustrated 
D) resist change and revert to the comfort zone at all costs 
A) learn and grow even though the behavior is threatening to them 
B) develop leadership skills 
C) become frustrated 
D) resist change and revert to the comfort zone at all costs

Question 11

Which of the following best describe Type As?

Accepted Answer

A) Type As are strategic thinkers who are proactive. 
B) Type As try to do more in less time. 
C) Type As are willing to cut corners to achieve their goals. 
D) Type As are good at persuading others. 
A) Type As are strategic thinkers who are proactive. 
B) Type As try to do more in less time. 
C) Type As are willing to cut corners to achieve their goals. 
D) Type As are good at persuading others.

Question 12

Once leaders learn new skills,they can quickly implement them in their organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which of the following cultures value the leader's ability to conform to social order?

Accepted Answer

A) the United States 
B) Germany 
C) Japan 
D) The Philippines 
A) the United States 
B) Germany 
C) Japan 
D) The Philippines

Question 14

Personality and other individual characteristics provide a range of behaviors that are comfortable for people.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Several of the Type A characteristics are similar to the high energy and motivation that is considered to be important in leadership.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Rick Scott was a founder and CEO of Columbia Healthcare system until the FBI raided several of his Hospitals for Medicare fraud.He was subsequently fired by Darla Moore,Vice President of Rainwater,Inc.,one of the largest private investment firms in America.Rainwater had substantial ownership in Columbia Healthcare.Moore was the first woman to be profiled on the cover of Fortune magazine in its 70-year history and was named to their list of the Top 50 Most Powerful Women in American Business.Nevertheless,Scott overcame the stigma of corruption and in November 2010 won the election as Governor of Florida.
a.Research and explain what traits and characteristics Scott brings to his endeavors that allowed him to overcome the Columbia scandal and win the Florida election.
b.From your research and explain (submit document specific research article urls)Scott's value system that allowed him to overcome the stigma of corruption and go on to seek election for a political office.

Accepted Answer

Like many CEO's Scott was a dynamic and

Question 17

Define values and explain the differences in values between western countries and those located in the Middle and Far East.

Accepted Answer

Leaders from more individualistic cultur

Question 18

In dealing with abusive bosses you should do all of the following except .

Accepted Answer

A) make sure your work is impeccable 
B) get defensive 
C) maintain a strong social network 
D) plan an exit strategy 
A) make sure your work is impeccable 
B) get defensive 
C) maintain a strong social network 
D) plan an exit strategy

Question 19

___________ are natural aptitudes,whereas __________ are acquired talents.

Accepted Answer

A) Personality traits;behaviors 
B) Abilities;skills. 
C) Leadership skills;management skills 
D) Values;cultural tendencies 
A) Personality traits;behaviors 
B) Abilities;skills. 
C) Leadership skills;management skills 
D) Values;cultural tendencies

Question 20

High Machiavellians are likely to be successful but not effective.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Research about why leaders fail indicates that the primary cause of failure is lack of technical expertise.

The most important component of emotional intelligence is sympathy for others.

Leaders who are high on ____________ are better able to guide their followers through challenging tasks because they can recognize perceptual patterns and coordinate group activities.

Most cultures in the world value compassion and frugality.

Despite some changes,top executives in the United States and the rest of the world are still heterogeneous.

Hitler and Stalin are well-known tyrants in history who exhibited strong narcissistic tendencies.

_ is increasingly being suggested as being more important than .

Over the years,researchers have identified five major personality dimensions.

According to Theresa Amabile,most people can be creative with experience and motivation.

When people are encouraged to behave outside their zone of comfort,they are likely to:

Which of the following best describe Type As?

Once leaders learn new skills,they can quickly implement them in their organization.

Which of the following cultures value the leader's ability to conform to social order?

Personality and other individual characteristics provide a range of behaviors that are comfortable for people.

Several of the Type A characteristics are similar to the high energy and motivation that is considered to be important in leadership.

Define values and explain the differences in values between western countries and those located in the Middle and Far East.

In dealing with abusive bosses you should do all of the following except .

_ are natural aptitudes,whereas are acquired talents.

High Machiavellians are likely to be successful but not effective.

Definition and Significance of Leadership

The Global and Cultural Contexts

Early Theories: the Foundation of Modern Leadership

Power and Leadership

New Models for Leadership: Neo-Charisma,inspiration,and the Relationship With Followers

Other Leadership Perspectives: Upper Echelon and Leadership of Nonprofits

Participative Management and Leading Teams

Leading Change

Developing Leaders

Filters

Exam 4: Individual Traits and Differences

Research about why leaders fail indicates that the primary cause of failure is lack of technical expertise.

The most important component of emotional intelligence is sympathy for others.

Leaders who are high on ____________ are better able to guide their followers through challenging tasks because they can recognize perceptual patterns and coordinate group activities.

Most cultures in the world value compassion and frugality.

Despite some changes,top executives in the United States and the rest of the world are still heterogeneous.

Hitler and Stalin are well-known tyrants in history who exhibited strong narcissistic tendencies.

_____________ is increasingly being suggested as being more important than ____________.

Over the years,researchers have identified five major personality dimensions.

According to Theresa Amabile,most people can be creative with experience and motivation.

When people are encouraged to behave outside their zone of comfort,they are likely to:

Which of the following best describe Type As?

Once leaders learn new skills,they can quickly implement them in their organization.

Which of the following cultures value the leader's ability to conform to social order?

Personality and other individual characteristics provide a range of behaviors that are comfortable for people.

Several of the Type A characteristics are similar to the high energy and motivation that is considered to be important in leadership.

Define values and explain the differences in values between western countries and those located in the Middle and Far East.

In dealing with abusive bosses you should do all of the following except .

___________ are natural aptitudes,whereas __________ are acquired talents.

High Machiavellians are likely to be successful but not effective.

Definition and Significance of Leadership

The Global and Cultural Contexts

Early Theories: the Foundation of Modern Leadership

Power and Leadership

New Models for Leadership: Neo-Charisma,inspiration,and the Relationship With Followers

Other Leadership Perspectives: Upper Echelon and Leadership of Nonprofits

Participative Management and Leading Teams

Leading Change

Developing Leaders

Filters

_ is increasingly being suggested as being more important than .

_ are natural aptitudes,whereas are acquired talents.