Question 1

Kirkpatrick and Locke's research postulated that ______.

Accepted Answer

Kirkpatrick and Locke's research suggested that while certain leadership traits may be inborn, many can also be developed or learned over time. This implies that leadership is not solely based on innate characteristics but can be cultivated through experience and education.

Question 2

Which of the following traits are associated with charismatic leadership?

Accepted Answer

Charismatic leaders often engage in self-monitoring and impression management to influence and inspire their followers effectively.

Question 3

Which best describes the overall results of Stogdill's second survey when compared with his Initial survey?

Accepted Answer

Stogdill's second survey was more balanced in its descriptions of the role of traits and leadership. In his initial survey, Stogdill put more emphasis on traits as predictors of leadership, while in the second survey, he also included situational factors as important contributors to effective leadership. This balanced approach is reflected in the overall results of the second survey.

Question 4

Who conducted studies of social intelligence and its relationship to leadership?

Accepted Answer

Zaccaro conducted studies of social intelligence and its relationship to leadership.

Question 5

______ is described as those abilities to understand one's own and others feelings,behaviors and thoughts and to act appropriately.

Accepted Answer

The description provided in the question is about emotional intelligence, which involves understanding and managing one's own emotions as well as the emotions of others, and using this understanding to act appropriately in social situations. Option A (Great Man theory) is a leadership theory, Option B (Social intelligence) is related to the ability to navigate social situations, and Option D (Big Five personalities) is a personality trait theory.

Question 6

Being socially aware,possessing social acumen,practicing self-monitoring,and having the ability to decide on the best response for any given situation,and then following through with said decision,are part of Zaccaro's definition of ______.

Accepted Answer

Zaccaro's definition refers to social intelligence, which includes being socially aware, possessing social acumen, practicing self-monitoring, and having the ability to decide on the best response for any given situation, and then following through with said decision. Therefore, the best choice is B, social intelligence.

Question 7

Mary has managed the mailroom for 2 years.Management views Mary as a person with Special leadership talent,such as intelligence,sociability,and determination.What approach is Management using in assessing Mary?

Accepted Answer

The trait approach focuses on identifying and assessing personal characteristics or traits that are believed to contribute to effective leadership. In this case, management is identifying Mary's intelligence, sociability, and determination as traits that make her a strong leader in the mailroom.

Question 8

Who found several consistent traits among charismatic leaders?

Accepted Answer

Jung and Sosik conducted research that identified several consistent traits among charismatic leaders, contributing significantly to the understanding of leadership characteristics and their impact on organizational behavior.

Question 9

______ is one of the five major leadership traits that focuses on a leader's inclination to seek out pleasant social relationships.

Accepted Answer

Sociability is the leadership trait that emphasizes a leader's tendency to seek out pleasant social relationships.

Question 10

In a major review in 1948,Stogdill suggested ______.

Accepted Answer

Stogdill suggested that there is no consistent set of traits that differentiates leaders from non-leaders, making choice A the correct answer.

Question 11

Founder and former CEO of Apple,Steve Jobs,best demonstrated which trait?

Accepted Answer

Steve Jobs was widely recognized for his intelligence, particularly in terms of innovation and vision in technology and design.

Question 12

Research related to the trait approach has ______.

Accepted Answer

The trait approach has been around for over 100 years, with early pioneers such as Gordon Allport making significant contributions to the field.

Question 13

By comparing Stogdill's findings from his 1948 survey with the findings of his updated 1974 survey,which of the following was suggested?

Accepted Answer

Stogdill's updated survey in 1974 suggested that both personality and situational factors were predictors of leadership, which is different from his initial findings in 1948 and indicates that leadership research had progressed in the interim. It did not suggest that risk taking and originality no longer play a role in problem solving, nor did it suggest that situational factors no longer play a large role within leadership.

Question 14

who conducted two major surveys of research on the trait approach?

Accepted Answer

Stogdill conducted two major surveys of research on the trait approach, one in 1949 and the other in 1974. His findings indicated that traits did have some predictive value in terms of leadership effectiveness, but the degree of this value varied depending on the situation.

Question 15

A manager arrives an hour early to work every day and is always completing his task early as well as constantly striving for excellence within the organization.Which two traits best represent the manager?

Accepted Answer

The two traits that best represent the manager are dependability and diligence. The fact that they consistently arrive early to work and complete their tasks early demonstrate their dependability, while constantly striving for excellence shows their diligence. Articulate, trustworthy, perceptive, self-confident, and empathetic may also be desirable qualities for a manager, but they are not the best fit for the given scenario.

Question 16

Stogdill's second study found ______.

Accepted Answer

Stogdill's second study found that both traits and situational factors are determinants of leadership.

Question 17

During the 2008 United States presidential election,Barack Obama demonstrated this trait extensively and brought public attention to its value as it relates to leadership.

Accepted Answer

The trait demonstrated by Barack Obama during the 2008 United States presidential election that brought public attention to its value as it relates to leadership is charisma. Charismatic leaders have the ability to connect with people on a personal level, inspire and motivate them to follow a shared vision, and build trust and confidence in their leadership. Obama's charisma and ability to inspire and connect with people played a significant role in his success in the election.

Question 18

The trait approach focuses on ______.

Accepted Answer

The trait approach in leadership theory focuses on the role of the leader, specifically identifying the personal characteristics and attributes that make someone an effective leader.

Question 19

A student who practices the piano daily and tries new music despite the difficulty demonstrates which trait?

Accepted Answer

The trait demonstrated by the student is determination, as they are consistent in their daily practice and are willing to challenge themselves with new and difficult music.

Question 20

Persistence,dominance,and drive are characteristics of which trait?

Accepted Answer

Persistence, dominance, and drive are all characteristics that are commonly associated with determination.

Quiz 2: Trait Approach