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TB_Engleberg_Chapter 5
Key: Answer, Page, Type, Learning Objective, Level

Type
A=Applied
C=Conceptual
F=Factual
Level
(1)=Easy; (2)=Moderate; (3)=Difficult

LO=Learning Objective
SG=Used in Study Guide
p=page

TB_Engleberg_Chapter 5

Multiple Choice Single Select

M/C Question 1
Which of the following items describes the concept of leadership as defined in the text?
a) The ability to ensure that a job gets done by a group and that it meets the standards set by a group or
organization
b) The ability to make strategic decision, communicate effectively, and mobilize groups members to
achieve a shared goal
c) The ability to inform, reward, inspire, motivate, organize, and persuade group members.
d) The ability to improve the performance of a group or organization by clearly defining agreed upon
objectives and providing the instructions and means to achieve the objectives.
e) The ability to plan, organize, staff, coordinate, and control the means of achieving a group or
organizational goal
ANS: b
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Objective=5.1: List the characteristics of an effective leader, Topic=5.1: What Is Leadership?,
Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts

M/C Question 2
When you are “plucked from a group” to be the leader, it changes the nature of your relationship with other
group members. Which of the following strategies can help a designated leader succeed and lead this kind of
group?
a) Begin by making strong decisions that solve long-standing problems.
b) Avoid discussing leadership concerns with group members until you have established referent power.
c) Change your behavior with members who were your friends to establish your power.
d) Begin by using reward and coercive power to demonstrate your power.
e) Discuss ground rules for interaction while assuring members of your continued friendship.
ANS: e
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Objective=5.2: Contrast the strategies for becoming a leader and being a leader, Topic=5.2.1: Designated
Leaders, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts

M/C Question 3
Which of the following strategies is most likely to ensure that you will emerge or become a group’s leader?
a) Talk early and often
b) Know more than other members
c) Express your opinion
d) Volunteer for important tasks
e) Campaign for the job
ANS: a
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Objective=5.2: Contrast the strategies for becoming a leader and being a leader, Topic=5.2.3: Strategies for
Becoming a Leader, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts

M/C Question 4
Which of the following types of power is an example of position power?
a) Expert power
b) Legitimate power
c) Referent power
d) Persuasive power
e) Charismatic power
ANS: b
Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and
weaknesses of the different types of leadership power, Difficulty=Moderate, UUID_v5=24f116a9-abac-5593-
956d-3d94b4c807a5, UUID_v4=9e7567e9-9f8e-4842-9df6-6da27faca727

M/C Question 5
Which of the following examples of power is an example of personal power?
a) Legitimate power
b) Reward power
c) Expert power
d) Coercive power
e) Informational power
ANS: c
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weaknesses of the different types of leadership power, Difficulty=Moderate, UUID_v5=d3c06276-358a-5b9f-
add4-82791118e032, UUID_v4=0bc9e1ad-1539-445d-8d3a-3059e2dc6d7c

M/C Question 6
When a person’s power is based on the respect and trust they’ve earned from others in the group, this is an
example of
a) coercive power.
b) legitimate power.
c) referent power.
d) personal power.
e) deferred power.
ANS: c
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Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe
the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of leadership power

M/C Question 7
At the end of every month, a sales manager offers a cash bonus to the most successful salesperson. What type of
power is this leader using?
a) Informational power
b) Coercive power
c) Reward power
d) Legitimate power
e) Expert power
ANS: c
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Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=5.3: Describe the
strengths and weaknesses of the different types of leadership power

M/C Question 8
A supervisor threatens to dismiss any member of the sales team who does not meet the sales quota by the end of
the quarter. What type of power is this leader using?
a) Persuasive power
b) Coercive power
c) Reward power
d) Informational power
e) Expert power
ANS: b
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Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=5.3: Describe the
strengths and weaknesses of the different types of leadership power

M/C Question 9
You have been promoted to a management position at work. You expect employees to fulfill your requests
because you are the boss. What type of power is this?
a) Referent power
b) Coercive power
c) Persuasive
d) Legitimate power
e) Charismatic power
ANS: d
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Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=5.3: Describe the
strengths and weaknesses of the different types of leadership power

M/C Question 10
Which category of power is operating when a group member nominates someone as a leader by saying, “I
recommend Romero be appointed chair of the building committee given his extensive experience as a successful
contractor”?
a) Referent power
b) Persuasive power
c) Reward power
d) Legitimate power
e) Expert power
ANS: e
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Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=5.3: Describe the
strengths and weaknesses of the different types of leadership power

M/C Question 11
Your group has chosen Madeleine as its leader because she has demonstrated strong organizational and problem-
solving skills as well as a talent for motivating members and resolving conflict. What type of power does
Madeleine have?
a) Referent power
b) Coercive power
c) Informational power
d) Legitimate power
e) Persuasive power
ANS: a
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Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 12
The Center for Business Ethics at Bentley College poses all of the following questions to help leaders decide
whether their behavior is ethical EXCEPT
a) “Do you cleverly influence group members to agree with you and your plans?”
b) “Are you fair when dealing with group members?”
c) “Do you conform to universally accepted principles of what is right?”
d) “Do your decisions or actions ‘smell’ suspicious or bad?”
e) “Do you try to do the greatest good for the greatest number of people?”
ANS: a
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=5.3.2: The Power of Power, Difficulty=Difficult

M/C Question 13
Trait Leadership Theory, also known as the “Great Man” Theory, contends that
a) democratic leaders are always best.
b) charismatic leaders are always best.
c) leaders are born, not made.
d) leaders are made, not born.
e) women cannot be effective leaders.
ANS: c
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.1: Trait Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 14
Sharon has been her group’s leader for six months and has displayed an interest in her group’s members
including treating them all equally. What type of leader is Sharon?
a) Autocratic leader
b) Diplomatic leader
c) Democratic leader
d) Laissez-faire leader
e) Independent leader
ANS: c
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.2: Styles Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 15
Alexander uses power and authority to strictly control the direction and outcome of his group’s work on the next
waste water management system for the town. What type of leader is Alexander?
a) Autocratic leader
b) Diplomatic leader
c) Democratic leader
d) Laissez-faire leader
e) Independent leader
ANS: a
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.2: Styles Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 16
Lauren is leading a group of her classmates for a class project. During most of the meetings, she lets the group
take charge of most decisions and actions. What type of leader is Lauren?
a) Autocratic leader
b) Diplomatic leader
c) Democratic leader
d) Laissez-faire leader
e) Independent leader
ANS: d
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Topic=5.4.2: Styles Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4:
Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational leadership theories

M/C Question 17
Vu tries to maintain strict control over the Spring Festival Planning Committee. He insists on determining the
direction and outcome of the committee’s discussion. According to Styles Leadership Theory, which leadership
style is Vu using?
a) Democratic
b) Autocratic
c) Situational
d) Laissez-faire
e) Functional
ANS: b
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Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.2: Styles Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate
M/C Question 18
As chairperson of the PTA’s election committee, Vicky believes in practicing social equality.
She shares decision making with the group. According to Styles Leadership Theory, which leadership style is
Vicky using?
a) Democratic
b) Autocratic
c) Situational
d) Laissez-faire
e) Functional
ANS: a
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Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.2: Styles Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 19
Even though Wayne is chairperson of the finance committee, he does little or nothing to help the group. He tends
to let the group take charge of its decisions and actions. Which leadership style is Wayne using?
a) Democratic
b) Autocratic
c) Situational
d) Laissez-faire
e) Functional
ANS: d
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Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.2: Styles Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 20
Laissez-faire leaders
a) let the group take charge of decisions and actions.
b) are always counterproductive.
c) make many of the group’s decisions.
d) do not expect followers to obey orders.
e) generate a climate of open communication.
ANS: a
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.2: Styles Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 21
Jim Collins, author of Good to Great, claims that unless you are willing to keep your ego in check for the sake of
the group, you won’t be an effective leader. In other words, you must seek a balance between
a) task and maintenance functions.
b) professional will and personal humility.
c) mentoring members and making decisions.
d) autocratic and democratic leadership.
e) managing and leading.
ANS: b
Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the
relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational leadership theories, Difficulty=Moderate, UUID_v5=a995edd2-
7d66-51c5-885e-12ddfe0bbf6d, UUID_v4=093a9c47-8451-4d9f-bb3f-7a3c80fd26f4
M/C Question 22
Which theory of leadership explains how leaders can become more effective once they have carefully analyzed
themselves, their groups, and the circumstances in which they must lead?
a) Trait theory
b) Style theory
c) Situational theory
d) Functional theory
e) Transformational theory
ANS: c
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 23
If “task-motivated” describes your leadership style, Fiedler’s Contingency Model of Leadership Effectiveness
predicts that you will be least successful when
a) the group’s task is highly structured.
b) there are poor leader-member relationships.
c) you have a great deal of reward, coercive, and legitimate power.
d) you have no power.
e) you have a moderate degree of power and task structure.
ANS: e
Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the
relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational leadership theories, Difficulty=Difficult, UUID_v5=8c64b9c0-
85f6-5519-9e0b-50aacc86c5fa, UUID_v4=eae8c9f0-b1d6-48a0-a98d-6ff40d055781

M/C Question 24
Fred Fiedler’s Contingency Model of Leadership Effectiveness contends that the three important dimensions in
every leadership situation are
a) leader-member relations, task structure, and the leader’s amount of power and control.
b) the leader’s style, the leadership situation, and the leader’s character.
c) the leader’s charisma, vision, and creativity.
d) the leader’s ability to model leadership behavior, to motivate group members, and to make decisions.
e) the leader’s use of autocratic, democratic, and laissez-faire styles.
ANS: a
Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the
relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational leadership theories, Difficulty=Difficult, UUID_v5=57e052ba-
2a9d-5c6d-89fc-cd224ad82e00, UUID_v4=0b24cfc4-0745-490f-8080-959903c9713a

M/C Question 25
Fred Fiedler’s Contingency Model of Leadership Effectiveness claims that relationship-motivated leaders are
more likely to
a) be efficient and assertive.
b) confront disruptive behavior by members.
c) do the work of other members because they are dissatisfied with the quality of their work.
d) do the work of other members because they are dissatisfied with the quantity of their work.
e) do the work of others as a way of avoiding asking them to do more.
ANS: e
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 26
According to Fiedler’s Contingency Model of Leadership Effectiveness, which of the following situations is the
best match for a relationship-motivated leader?
a) There are good leader-member relationships, a clear task, and a lot of power.
b) There are poor leader-member relationships, an unclear task, and little power.
c) There are good leader-member relationships, a moderately clear task, and no legitimate power.
d) There are moderately good leader-member relationships, a moderately clear task, and a moderate
amount of power.
e) There are poor leader-good member relationships, a general task, and some power.
ANS: d
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Difficulty=Moderate, Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory

M/C Question 27
According to the Hersey-Blanchard Situational Leadership Model, as a group’s readiness increases, leaders
should move through four different leadership behaviors. Which answer depicts the order in which these
behaviors usually occur?
a) Tell, sell, participate, delegate
b) Participate, delegate, tell, sell
c) Sell, participate, tell, delegate
d) Delegate, participate, sell, tell
e) Tell, delegate, sell, participate
ANS: a
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Difficulty=Moderate, Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory

M/C Question 28
According to the Hersey-Blanchard Situational Leadership Model, an effective leader should _______ when
group members are able, willing, and confident.
a) tell
b) sell
c) participate
d) delegate
e) tell and sell
ANS: d
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Difficulty=Difficult, Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory

M/C Question 29
Which of the following leadership theories relies on a leader’s personal energy, persuasiveness, and integrity
means of inspiring group members, embracing change, and achieving vision-based goals?
a) Servant leadership
b) Charismatic leadership
c) Transformational leadership
d) Functional leadership
e) Mindful leadership
ANS: c
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Difficulty=Moderate, Topic=5.4: Leadership Theories

M/C Question 30
The 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness focuses on all of the following interdependent leadership functions
EXCEPT
a) making decisions.
b) mediating conflict.
c) managing group process.
d) mentoring members.
e) modeling leadership behavior.
ANS: a
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.5: Review the importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model
of Leadership Effectiveness, Difficulty=Difficult, Topic=5.5.1: Model Leadership Behavior

M/C Question 31
Modeling leadership behavior in the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness includes all of the following
strategies EXCEPT
a) publicly championing your group and its goals.
b) behaving consistently and assertively.
c) maintaining control at all times.
d) praising group members to others outside the group.
e) demonstrating competence and trustworthiness.
ANS: c
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.5: Review the importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model
of Leadership Effectiveness, Topic=5.5.1: Model Leadership Behavior, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 32
When you assume a leadership position, you must accept the fact that some of your decisions will be unpopular,
and some may even be wrong. Which of the following strategies can help you intervene and make a decision
when one is needed?
a) Demonstrate the value of adhering to constructive group norms, challenging nonproductive norms, and
assuming essential group roles.
b) After listening to members’ opinions, arguments, and suggestion, explain your decision-making criteria
for making a particular decision.
c) Seek member commitment to the group’s common goal; help solve interpersonal and substantive
problems.
d) Organize and fully prepare for group meetings and intervene to improve group performance.
e) Encourage and invite other group members to assume leadership responsibilities and make sure they
know you are there if they need help.
ANS: b
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.5: Review the importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model
of Leadership Effectiveness, Topic=5.5.4: Make Decisions, Difficulty=Moderate
M/C Question 33
As the group’s leader, Grace makes sure everyone in her group is committed to the group’s common goal. She
also helps solve interpersonal problems and conflicts, recognizing outstanding group work. Which of the
following leadership functions in the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness does Grace’s behavior exemplify?
a) Modeling leadership behavior
b) Motivating members
c) Managing group process
d) Making decisions
e) Mentoring members
ANS: b
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Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=5.5: Review the importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model
of Leadership Effectiveness, Topic=5.5.2: Motivate Members, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 34
Raphael has been assigned the leadership task of managing an office in which most of the employees are young
or new to the company. He decides that when problems or setbacks occur, he will not blame the group or its
members. Instead, he will use the situation as a teachable moment and make sure members accept personal
responsibility for a problem and its consequences. He will also look for situations in which group members can
assume leadership responsibilities. Which of the following leadership functions in the 5M Model of Leadership
Effectiveness does Raphael’s behavior exemplify?
a) Modeling leadership behavior
b) Motivating members
c) Managing group process
d) Making decisions
e) Mentoring members
ANS: e
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Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=5.5: Review the importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model
of Leadership Effectiveness, Topic=5.5.5: Mentor Members, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 35
Research verifies all of the following conclusions about women and leadership EXCEPT
a) women are less likely to be preselected as leaders.
b) the same leadership behavior is often evaluated more positively when attributed to a male than a
female.
c) women who act “ladylike” are viewed as much more effective than women who behave like strong
male leaders.
d) women leaders who behave like male leaders are often perceived as unfeminine.
e) there is only a slight different in the ways in which men and women lead groups.
ANS: c
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.6: Identify strategies for overcoming barriers to female and
minority leadership, Topic=5.6.1: Gender and Leadership, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 36
What is the name of the phenomenon is which women are more likely to rise to positions of organization
leadership in times of crisis, and men are more likely to be given or take over those positions in prosperous
times?
a) The Glass Ceiling
b) The Glass Cliff
c) The Mirror Model
d) The Poisoned Bottle
e) The Poisoned Pen
ANS: b
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.6: Identify strategies for overcoming barriers to female and
minority leadership, Topic=5.6.1: Gender and Leadership, Difficulty=Moderate

M/C Question 37
Your text defines cultural synergy as “a leadership goal and approach that brings culturally diverse members
together to create a more productive and supportive communication climate based on the combined strengths,
perspectives, and skills of members.” Accordingly, which is the first step in the four-step method of achieving
cultural synergy that begins the process of helping both the leader and members form a stronger and more
collaborative group?
a) Identify the cultural assumptions held by a few or all group members.
b) Identify any intercultural problems among a few or all group members.
c) Ask questions that encourage group members to apply the thinking styles and distinctive skills of their
culture to group tasks.
d) Discuss how cultural similarities and differences help explain why group members think and act as they
do.
e) Use cultural diversity as a resource that fosters cultural synergy.
ANS: b
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.6: Identify strategies for overcoming barriers to female and
minority leadership, Topic=5.6.2: Leading Minority Groups, Difficulty=Difficult

True or False

T/F Question 38
Whereas managers generally focus on effectiveness, leaders are more concerned with efficiency.
True

False

ANS: False
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.1: List the characteristics of effective leadership, Topic=5.1: What
Is Leadership?, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 39
Being a leader and leadership mean the same thing.
True

False

ANS: False
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.1: List the characteristics of effective leadership, Topic=5.1: What
Is Leadership?, Difficulty=Moderate
T/F Question 40
Group rarely succeed without leaders.
True

False

ANS: True
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.1: List the characteristics of effective leadership, Topic=5.1: What
Is Leadership?, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 41
Followership is more highly valued in collectivist cultures than in more individualistic cultures.
True

False

ANS: True
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.1: List the characteristics of effective leadership, Topic=5.1: What
Is Leadership?, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 42
A designated leader is selected by group members or by an outside authority.
True

False

ANS: True
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.2: Contrast the strategies for becoming a leader and being a leader,
Topic=5.2.1: Designated Leaders, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 43
When someone from within a group is appointed or elected as its leader, the new leader should openly discuss
leadership roles and seek members’ help in resolving potential problems.
True

False

ANS: True
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.2: Contrast the strategies for becoming a leader and being a leader,
Topic=5.2.1: Designated Leaders, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 44
Emergent leaders are more effective than designated leaders.
True
False

ANS: False
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.2: Contrast the strategies for becoming a leader and being a leader,
Topic=5.2.2: Emergent Leaders, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 45
If you want to become the leader of a group, you should talk first and more often than other members.
True

False

ANS: True
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.2: Contrast the strategies for becoming a leader and being a leader,
Topic=5.2.3: Emergent Leaders, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 46
Bennis and Nanus claim that power is the quality without which leaders cannot lead.
True

False

ANS: True
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=5.3: Leadership and Power, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 47
Effective leaders should not use coercive power, because it is detrimental to group productivity.
True

False

ANS: False
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 48
Position power includes reward and coercive power whereas personal leadership power includes legitimate and
informational power.
True

False

ANS: False
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 49
Legitimate power is role model power—the ability to influence that arises when one person admires another.
True

False

ANS: False
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 50
According to researchers, reward, legitimate, and coercive power are less effective than referent and expert
power.
True

False

False

False

False

False

ANS: True
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 51
Coercive power can be effective when group members are aware of the leader’s expectations and are warned in
advance about the penalties for failing to comply.
True

False

ANS: True
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 52
Reward power works best in groups in which the leader controls something that members value.
True
False

ANS: True
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=5.3.2: The Power of Power, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 53
According to the Center for Business Ethics, an ethical leader would bypass a competent person in order to
promote a less competent relative or close friend.
True

False

ANS: False
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=5.3.2: The Power of Power, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 54
Reliability, decency, respectfulness, and trustworthiness are all hallmarks of leadership integrity.
True

False

ANS: True
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=5.3.2: The Power of Power, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 55
Without integrity, leadership can become an ego trip—or, even worse, a power trip.
True

False

ANS: True
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=4.3.2 The Power of Power, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 56
Traits Leadership Theory assumes that leaders are made, not born.
True

False

ANS: True
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Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational leadership theories, Topic=5.4.1:
Trait Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts

T/F Question 57
According to Styles Leadership Theory, the democratic leadership style is always best.
True

False

ANS: False
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Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational leadership theories, Topic=5.4.2:
Styles Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts

T/F Question 58
Autocratic leaders may be effective during a serious crisis when there’s not enough time to hold a group
discussion.
True

False

ANS: True
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Objective=5.2: Contrast the strategies for becoming a leader and being a leader, Topic=5.2.1: Designated
Leaders, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts

T/F Question 59
Laissez-faire leaders may have power, but they hesitate to exert their influence on group members and group
work.
True

False

ANS: True
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Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational leadership theories, Topic=5.4.2:
Styles Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts

T/F Question 60
In mature and highly productive groups, a laissez-faire leader may be a good match for the group.
True

False

ANS: True
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Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational leadership theories, Topic=5.4.2:
Styles Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts
T/F Question 61
In his book, Good to Great, Jim Collins claims that effective leaders act modestly, do not boast, and shun public
glorification.
True

False

ANS: True
Topic=5.4.2: Styles Leadership Theory, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative
merits of the trait, styles, and situational leadership theories, Difficulty=Difficult, UUID_v5=cd546020-848f-
5d3f-8115-be9add42c985, UUID_v4=b45d2330-6aae-4c7b-a77f-14e44f00700a

T/F Question 62
According to Fiedler’s Contingency Model of Leadership Effectiveness, relationship-motivated leaders perform
best in extremes—such as when the situation is highly controlled or when it is almost out of control.
True

False

ANS: False
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 63
According to Fiedler’s Contingency Model of Leadership Effectiveness, task-motivated leaders gain satisfaction
from completing a task even if the cost is bad feelings between the leader and group members.
True

False

ANS: True
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 64
Fiedler’s Contingency Model of Leadership Effectiveness claims that there are two important dimensions to
every leadership situation: the level of leader charisma and the level of leader power.
True

False

ANS: False
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate
T/F Question 65
According to Hersey and Blanchard, “member readiness” refers to the extent to which members are willing and
able to work together.
True

False

ANS: True
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 66
According to Hersey and Blanchard’s Situational Leadership Model, a leader should tell a group what to do and
closely supervise its work when members are able but not unwilling or insecure.
True

False

ANS: False
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Difficulty=Difficult, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait,
styles, and situational leadership theories, Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory

T/F Question 67
Hersey and Blanchard’s selling stage of leadership is similar to Tuckman’s storming stage of group
development.
True

False

ANS: True
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Difficulty=Difficult, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait,
styles, and situational leadership theories, Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory

T/F Question 68
Functional leadership theory focuses on what a leader does as a measure of effectiveness.
True

False

ANS: True
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Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait,
styles, and situational leadership theories, Topic=5.4: Leadership Theories

T/F Question 69
As the leader of his group, Sean’s leadership goal is to serve the needs of followers by motivating them to
collaborate with one another in pursuit of a common goal. Sean is demonstrating the focus of a Servant Leader.
True

False

ANS: True
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Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Apply What Your Know, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait,
styles, and situational leadership theories, Topic=5.4: Leadership Theories

T/F Question 70
Charismatic leaders often possess referent power, expert power, and the ability to get members excited and
highly involved in the task.
True

False

ANS: True
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Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait,
styles, and situational leadership theories, Topic=5.4: Leadership Theories

T/F Question 71
The 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness divides leadership tasks into five interdependent leadership
functions: (1) Model leadership behavior; (2) Motivate members; (3) Manage the group process; (4) Make
decisions; and (5) Mentor members.
True

False

ANS: True
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Topic=5.5.1: Model Leadership Behavior, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.5:
Review the importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness

T/F Question 72
In the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness, leaders manage group process by organizing and fully preparing
for group meetings and work sessions.
True

False

ANS: True
UUID_v5=8ca05fa4-3714-5a64-ac03-32277ae5eef7, UUID_v4=689c598d-ea3f-4608-9f45-7565b00f47fe,
Topic=5.5.3: Manage Group Process, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.5:
Review the importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness

T/F Question 73
According to the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness, effective leaders explain the rationale or reasons for
the decisions they make.
True
False

ANS: True
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Topic=5.5.4: Make Decisions, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.5: Review the
importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness

T/F Question 74
Multiple leaders are the exception rather than the rule in virtual teams.
True

False

ANS: False
UUID_v5=00815582-d57c-5dc7-9ff0-3d66abd940e3, UUID_v4=dbfb652f-d644-43ab-a10f-ca6218d8c534,
Topic=5.5.6: Balancing the 5Ms of Leadership Effectiveness, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the
Concepts, Objective=5.5: Review the importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model of Leadership
Effectiveness

T/F Question 75
U.S. Women in the 21st century are more likely than men to be preselected as leaders.
True

False

ANS: False
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Topic=5.6.1: Gender and Leadership, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.6:
Identify strategies for overcoming barriers to female and minority leadership

T/F Question 76
Research indicates there are only slight differences in the behavior and style of male and female leaders.
True

False

ANS: True
UUID_v5=dd26f65c-6564-5021-b6ab-fdbd2b9f7151, UUID_v4=eaf033b2-0cad-4943-b435-905a48f3fe11,
Topic=5.6.1: Gender and Leadership, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.6: Identify strategies for
overcoming barriers to female and minority leadership, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 77
The class cliff describes a seemingly invisible barrier that prevents women from moving up into senior
management and leadership positions.
True

False

ANS: True
UUID_v5=7c827ce5-8bd2-5d02-8263-7d357702e69d, UUID_v4=54027916-5e89-484b-9a17-11e4c6a4b442,
Topic=5.6.1: Gender and Leadership, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.6: Identify strategies for
overcoming barriers to female and minority leadership, Difficulty=Moderate

T/F Question 78
Leaders in almost all world cultures are motivated by a desire for personal achievement and high status.
True

False

ANS: False
UUID_v5=a2c66a16-aba9-5de3-9355-08fd542c76ee, UUID_v4=479ffe58-7d7e-4007-9e83-496e05c45e27,
Topic=5.6.2: Leading Multicultural Groups, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.6: Identify strategies
for overcoming barriers to female and minority leadership, Difficulty=Moderate

Essay

Essay Question 79
Explain how the meanings of the terms leadership and leader differ. Then explain how the meanings of the
terms leadership and management differ.
Topic=5.1: What Is Leadership?, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.1: List the characteristics of
effective leadership, Difficulty=Moderate, UUID_v5=d4ec5531-8662-58d1-9a2d-6a3dcc21def6,
UUID_v4=3b4273cc-8e3d-41b2-acd0-3a5e9e894c98

Essay Question 80
How does an effective group seek to balance leadership and followership?
UUID_v5=7605436b-80f8-5fa4-a294-4a967380975e, UUID_v4=10fb25cf-bab1-4d73-81e3-bdcc619eade1,
Topic=5.1 What is Leadership?, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.1: List the
characteristics of effective leadership

Essay Question 81
What are the differences between a designated leader and an emergent leader in terms of (a) how each type of
leader becomes a leader, (b) the major leadership challenges faced by each type of leader, and (c) two strategies
or skills that can enhance leadership effectiveness of each type of leader?
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Topic=5.2: Becoming a Leader, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.2: Contrast
the strategies for becoming a leader and being a leader

Essay Question 82
When a longtime member of a group is designated its leader by an external authority, what unique and often
difficult leadership challenges does that leader face? What should the new leader do to successfully address
these challenges?
UUID_v5=a721c703-3b39-517a-819c-34893a84646b, UUID_v4=1b1b6aa0-486d-440c-8660-cc591fb21060,
Topic=5.2.1: Designated Leaders, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=5.2: Contrast
the strategies for becoming a leader and being a leader

Essay Question 83
One suggestion for becoming and succeeding as a leader is to “know more than others in the group and share
what you know.” How can you demonstrate your expertise as a potential leader without coming across as a know
it all?
UUID_v5=5d52463b-27ed-536b-8414-ea355dc5c5fd, UUID_v4=694de11f-483e-499c-a488-b5f714d60357,
Topic=5.2: Becoming a Leader, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.2: Contrast
the strategies for becoming a leader and being a leader

Essay Question 84
The authors of your text recommend three strategies for becoming a leader. Explain two of these strategies. Why
does each strategy increase the likelihood that a member will become the leader of his or her group?
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Topic=5.2.3: Strategies for Becoming a Leader, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts,
Objective=5.2: Contrast the strategies for becoming a leader and being a leader

Essay Question 85
According to the text, what is the difference between position power and personal power?
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Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe
the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of leadership power

Essay Question 86
Bennis and Goldsmith describe leadership as a three-legged stool—ambition, competence, and integrity—that
must remain in balance if a leader hopes to be effective. As a leader, how can you balance these three areas in a
way that leads to effective outcomes for a group?
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=5.3: Leadership and Power, Difficulty=Moderate

Essay Question 87
French and Raven identify five kinds of leadership power; Yukl and Fable add three additional types of power.
Identify, define, and provide examples of four of these eight kinds of power.
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.3: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the different types of
leadership power, Topic=5.3.1: Types of Power, Difficulty=Moderate

Essay Question 88
The Center for Business Ethics at Bentley College poses five questions to help you decide whether your
leadership behaviors are ethical. Choose three of the questions and analyze either your own leadership behavior
or someone else’s leadership behavior (e.g. a boss, coach, teacher, or elected official). How could you or the
other leader become a more ethical leader?
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weaknesses of the different types of leadership power, Difficulty=Difficult, UUID_v5=2647ea18-1a81-576e-
83bf-807a1c8d92b1, UUID_v4=90afb680-d308-4a51-a087-4b34eec26221

Essay Question 89
What is the basic assumption in Trait Leadership Theory? Why do some leadership scholars and researchers
reject this theory while others find the theory useful to explain the differences between effective and ineffective
leaders?
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.1: Trait Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Difficult

Essay Question 90
Styles Leadership Theory describes three types of leaders. Identify and explain each style. What are the strengths
and weaknesses of each style?
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational
leadership theories, Topic=5.4.2: Styles Leadership Theory, Difficulty=Moderate

Essay Question 91
According to Fiedler’s Contingency Model of Leadership Effectiveness, there are ideal matches between
leadership style and group situations. Describe the ideal match for a task-motivated leader and the ideal match
for a relationship-motivated leader.
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Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the
relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational leadership theories, Difficulty=Difficult

Essay Question 92
According to Fiedler’s Contingency Model of Leadership Effectiveness, there are ideal matches between
leadership style and group situations. Explain why you believe you are a task-motivated leader or a relationship-
motivated leader. What kind of situation best matches your motivation as a leader?
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Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the
relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational leadership theories, Difficulty=Moderate

Essay Question 93
Hersey and Blanchard’s Situational Leadership Model links leadership to the readiness of group members.
Define what Hersey and Blanchard mean by member readiness. Then match four types of member readiness to
each of the four stages of leadership behavior in this theory.
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Topic=5.4.3: Situational Leadership Theory, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the
relative merits of the trait, styles, and situational leadership theories, Difficulty=Difficult

Essay Question 94
Evaluate the role of communication skills in the context of two of the following three leadership theories:
Servant, Charismatic, Transformational, and Functional Leadership Theories.
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Topic=5.4 Leadership Theories, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.4: Compare the relative merits of
the trait, styles, and situational leadership theories, Difficulty=Moderate

Essay Question 95
Identify and describe the five functions in the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness. In your opinion, which
two functions are the most important? Explain your reasons for choosing these two functions.
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Topic=5.5: The 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.5: Review
the importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness, Difficulty=Moderate
Essay Question 96
Duke basketball coach Mike Krysewski believes that a key to his success is motivating his team members.
According to the text, what are two leadership skills that are essential to motivating members of a group?
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Objective=5.5: Review the importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness,
Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Topic=5.5.2: Motivate Members

Essay Question 97
Identify and briefly explain one of the dialectical tensions that a leader must balance in order to lead effectively.
Provide an example to support your answer.
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Objective=5.5: Review the importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness,
Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Topic=5.5.6: Balancing the 5 Ms of Leadership
Effectiveness

Essay Question 98
According to Jessica Lipnack and Jeffrey Stamps, “each member of a virtual team must adopt a leadership
perspective.” Explain why the authors make this claim by providing specific examples in your explanation.
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Objective=5.5: Review the importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness,
Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Understand the Concepts, Topic=5.5.6: Balancing the 5 Ms of Leadership
Effectiveness

Essay Question 99
Use the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness to summarize the major strengths and weaknesses of Barak
Obama terms as President of the United States.
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Objective=5.5: Review the importance of each of the functions of the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness,
Difficulty=Difficult, Skill=Apply What You Know, Topic=5.5.6: Balancing the 5 Ms of Leadership
Effectiveness

Essay Question 100


Discuss the difficulties women have in achieving leadership positions. Indicate whether you believe such
difficulties are increasing, decreasing, or remaining the same, and explain your reasoning.
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Objective=5.6: Identify strategies for overcoming barriers to female and minority leadership,
Difficulty=Moderate, Skill=Apply What You Know, Topic=5.6.1: Gender and Leadership

Essay Question 101


Researchers conclude that “even though male and female leaders may act the same, there is a tendency for
women to be perceived more negatively or to have to act differently to gain leadership.” What strategies and
skills should women use if they want to become successful leaders?
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.6: Identify strategies for overcoming barriers to female and
minority leadership, Topic=5.6.1: Gender and Leadership, Difficulty=Moderate
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Essay Question 102


Discuss the impact of a group’s cultural diversity on its leader, both in terms of attainment and conduct. Focus
on the following cultural dimensions: individualism-collectivism, power distance, uncertainty avoidance, and
masculine-feminine values.
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Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=5.6: Identify strategies for overcoming barriers to female and
minority leadership, Topic=5.6.2: Leading Multicultural Groups, Difficulty=Moderate

Essay Question 103


In light of the text’s coverage about leadership topics in Chapter 5 (definition of leadership, leadership and
power, becoming a leader, leadership theories, the 5M Model of Leadership Effectiveness, and leadership
diversity), identify and describe three major lessons about leadership that you will consider if and when you
want to become or are the leader of a group.
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Skill=Apply What You Know, Objective=Various objectives, Topic=Various topics, Difficulty=Difficult

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