Deck 2: Recognizing Your Traits

Question 1

Which trait most closely aligns with a leader who stays focused on tasks,articulates a vision,and encourages others to persevere?

A)intelligence
B)charisma
C)confidence
D)determination

Answer 1

D

Question 2

Which of the following is not a trait of Bill Gates discussed in the text?

A)intelligence
B)visionary
C)diligence
D)submissive

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Nelson Mandela was influenced by ______ before shifting to violent tactics.

A)Winston Churchill
B)Mohandas Gandhi
C)Mother Teresa
D)George Washington

Answer 3

B

Question 4

A manager who moves into a new position and begins reading industry magazines,manuals,books,and interviews colleagues about their best practices might be working on improving which of the six leadership traits?

A)charisma
B)sociability
C)integrity
D)intelligence

Question 5

A new manager is hired for an office; they immediately begin to build a rapport with colleagues and subordinates,tactfully navigate difficult situations,and are friendly and outgoing with all employees.This example demonstrates which trait?

A)confidence
B)charisma
C)sociability
D)intelligence

Question 6

Winston Churchill was known for which of the following traits?

A)oratory
B)mood swings
C)anger
D)selfishness

Question 7

In the face of criticism Mother Teresa responded with strong will,and she was a leader who practiced what she preached.Which trait does this most closely align with?

A)sociability
B)integrity
C)intelligence
D)charisma

Question 8

Oprah Winfrey is said to have which key trait of leadership which enables her to connect with people?

A)charisma
B)intelligence
C)determination
D)integrity

Question 9

Which of the following is not a trait found to be significant in leadership?

A)intelligence
B)friendliness
C)persistence
D)introversion

Question 10

Which of the following is not listed in the text as an important leadership trait?

A)diligence
B)articulateness
C)power hungry
D)intelligence

Question 11

According to the text,what is not a characteristic of determined leaders?

A)initiative
B)persistence
C)decisiveness
D)drive

Question 12

Bill Gates is described as diligent,focused,aggressive,and task oriented.This most closely aligns with which of the Six Key Leadership Traits?

A)determination
B)confidence
C)charisma
D)sociability

Question 13

If people do not trust a leader,the leader's influence potential is ______.

A)weakened
B)empowered
C)not affected
D)unknown

Question 14

A leader walks into a room and immediately commands people's attention through her presence.This is indicative of which trait?

A)integrity
B)sociability
C)intelligence
D)charisma

Question 15

Confidence is a trait that has to do with ______.

A)feeling positive about oneself and one's ability to succeed
B)making others believe you have the right answers
C)convincing others your way is best
D)commanding respect from your followers

Question 16

It was said of George Washington that he was "great" because he was "______."

A)determined
B)good
C)intelligent
D)nice

Question 17

A leader who is willing to assert themselves,be proactive,and can persevere through adversity demonstrates which key trait?

A)determination
B)sociability
C)confidence
D)intelligence

Question 18

Churchill's most significant talent was his masterful use of ______.

A)information
B)language
C)optimism
D)inspiration

Question 19

Which of the following is a way to build confidence?

A)understanding what a situation requires
B)having a mentor to show the way
C)practice
D)all of these

Question 20

According to the text,which is the one trait that is easily acquired by those who lead?

A)intelligence
B)determination
C)integrity
D)confidence

Question 21

What is not a way to build charisma?

A)be a strong role model
B)articulate clear goals and strong values
C)be sociable
D)be competent

Question 22

A leader may demonstrate integrity by ______.

A)adhering to a strong set of principles
B)being aware of what is going on around them
C)taking responsibility for their actions
D)adhering to a strong set of principles and taking responsibility for their actions

Question 23

Which of the six traits is at the core of being a leader?

A)integrity
B)charisma
C)intelligence
D)determination

Question 24

Sociable leaders are all of the following except ______.

A)tactful
B)friendly
C)diplomatic
D)direct

Question 25

Sociable leaders bring ______ to a group and make the work environment ______.

A)teambuilding; happier
B)toxicity; hostile
C)grand visions; pleasant
D)positive energy; enjoyable

Question 26

A leader's capacity to establish pleasant social relationships is known as ______.

A)charisma
B)sociability
C)charm
D)integrity

Question 27

Mohandas Gandhi advocated nonviolence and civil disobedience,but his ______ enabled him to influence others.

A)charisma
B)intelligence
C)sociability
D)determination

Question 28

Which of the following is not one of Bill Gate's traits as discussed in the text?

A)aggressive
B)compassionate
C)visionary
D)task oriented

Question 29

Which of the following traits does the book attribute to Oprah Winfrey?

A)aggressive
B)pretentious
C)spiritual
D)charismatic

Question 30

Which of the following is not a trait of Mother Teresa's discussed in the text?

A)simple woman
B)determined
C)spiritual
D)detail oriented

Question 31

Charisma is a special personality characteristic that gives a leader the capacity to do ______.

A)ethical decision-making
B)extraordinary things
C)goal setting
D)coalition building

Question 32

Utilizing interpersonal skills to foster cooperative relationships in a new team setting is indicative of the ______ trait.

A)sociabilty
B)charisma
C)intelligence
D)determination

Question 33

A manager who hesitates to take action,feels set goals may be too lofty,and is insecure in their role is lacking ______.

A)confidence
B)intelligence
C)sociability
D)charisma

Question 34

Which of the following is not used to describe George Washington?

A)integrity
B)virtuousness
C)modesty
D)irritability

Question 35

A manager arrives in the early morning to a large fundraising event to see disorder and no clear direction.She begins to give clear directives and assert leadership throughout the long day until the job is done.The trait most described is ______.

A)determination
B)charisma
C)intelligence
D)sociability

Question 36

Which researcher identified 22 values leadership traits after studying 1,700 managers in 62 different cultures?

A)Hofstede
B)Stogdill
C)House
D)Kouzes and Posner

Question 37

To increase sociability,people should ______.

A)try to get along with coworkers
B)be friendly, kind, and thoughtful
C)talk freely with others and give them support
D)all of these

Question 38

Intelligence includes having good language skills,______ skills,and ______.

A)perceptual; determination
B)critical thinking; confidence
C)perceptual; reasoning ability
D)writing; intensity

Question 39

An important trait Nelson Mandela exhibited during his imprisonment was ______.

A)resisting
B)listening
C)protesting
D)speaking

Question 40

Which of the following is not one of the six key leadership traits identified by researchers?

A)intelligence
B)openness to experience
C)charisma
D)sociability

Question 41

Traits are important but only one dimension of the multidimensional process of leadership.

Question 42

Bill Gates is not only diligent and visionary,he also demonstrates a strong concern for the poor and underserved.

Question 43

Research studies have produced a very long list of leadership traits.

Question 44

A leader with integrity may ignore their stated values for an easier course of action.

Question 45

Confidence is innate and cannot be learned.

Question 46

Utilizing resources around us to inform our actions is an important component of Intelligence as a leadership trait.

Question 47

Mentors are able to help a person not only increase their ______ but they also provide essential help to learn the dynamics of leadership.

A)sociability
B)integrity
C)intelligence
D)confidence

Question 48

Intelligence includes having good language skills,perceptual skills,and reasoning ability.

Question 49

People want ______ leaders - leaders with whom they can get along.

A)determined
B)intelligent
C)charismatic
D)sociable

Question 50

Honesty,as a component of integrity,helps people to have ______ and ______ in a leader.

A)respect; goodwill
B)trust; faith
C)mistrust; fear
D)power; respect

Question 51

George Washington was neither highly educated nor brilliant,yet he was known for his wisdom.This demonstrates the idea that a leader can improve their ______ by staying informed and working hard at being aware.

A)charisma
B)determination
C)intelligence
D)confidence

Question 52

U.S.President John F.Kennedy is given as an example of a leader with which of the six key traits?

A)charisma
B)intelligence
C)determination
D)confidence

Question 53

The impact of U.S.President Bill Clinton's leadership was substantially weakened because of challenges to his ______.

A)integrity
B)determination
C)charisma
D)intelligence

Question 54

What is not one of Nelson Mandela's traits discussed in the text?

A)focused
B)consensus builder
C)courageous
D)aggressive

Question 55

It is difficult for a person to alter their IQ,but it is possible for them to improve their ______ in general.

A)intelligence
B)sociability
C)confidence
D)charisma

Question 56

Charisma is a common personality trait.

Question 57

One of Winston Churchill's motivations for his ambition was ______.

A)wanting what was right for others
B)personal fame
C)prejudice against others
D)self-interest

Question 58

All of the following were listed in the text as important leadership traits: trustworthiness,sociability,confidence,and open-mindedness.

Question 59

When a leader's integrity comes into question,his or her potential to lead is lost.

Question 60

Leaders must balance between being ______ and monitoring what is appropriate to disclose in a particular situation.

A)open and candid
B)closed and secretive
C)deceitful and manipulative
D)happy and carefree

Question 61

Select one of the five leaders profiled in the text.How did context shape their leadership traits and success?

Question 62

Analyze Nelson Mandela's leadership as described in the Leadership Snapshot and distinguish which of the six key leadership traits he used throughout his life.

Question 63

The chapter outlines understanding and practice as two ways of gaining confidence.Discuss an example of confidence building in your leadership journey.

Question 64

In your opinion,which of the six key leadership traits is the most important.Give examples from your personal leadership journey.

Question 65

How necessary is Charisma for effective leadership? Give at least two examples to support your view.

Question 66

What trait would be most difficult for you to acquire as a leader?

Question 67

Distinguish between Mother Teresa and Bill Gates' leadership traits.Did they use similar traits in different ways? Did they seek to affect change towards a similar outcome using different means?

Question 68

Discuss the six key traits of successful leaders; provide examples of leaders in context exemplifying each.

Question 69

Compare and contrast Charisma and Sociability as they relate to leadership traits.

Question 70

What common characteristics existed among all five leaders profiled in the text?