EXAM 1 2026 STUDY BUNDLE PRACTICE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS DETAILED REVIEW
◉ Three competencies of leadership Answer: -diagnose
-adapt
-communicate
◉ four common traits of born leaders are the management of: Answer: -
attention
-meaning
-trust
-self
◉ _____ leadership, also known as directive, controlling, and
authoritarian, gives orders and makes decisions for the group. It may
squelch creativity and may decrease team member motivation. Answer:
autocratic
◉ ______ leadership, also known as participative, shares leadership.
Plans and decisions are made with the team. Is more flexible and
increases motivation and creativity Answer: democratic
,◉ ____ leadership, also known as permissive and nondirective, means
"let someone do" and includes very little planning/decision making. This
fails to encourage others to plan/make decision making. Answer:
Laissez-faire
◉ The most effective leader balances ______. It is common for one to
be overemphasized which leaves the other unrecognized. Answer: tasks
and relationship
◉ _____ leadership recognizes complexity of work situations and
encourages the leader to consider many factors when deciding what
action to take. Adaptability is key. Answer: situational
◉ ____ leadership focuses on meaning, inspiration, and vision. The
goals of the leader and staff become "fused" Answer: transformational
◉ ____ leadership involves deciding how one ought to remain honest,
fair, and socially responsible under any circumstances. Answer: moral
◉ qualities of a leader Answer: integrity
courage
positive attitude
initiative
energy
, optimism
perseverance
generosity
balance
ability to handle stress
self-awareness
◉ behaviors of a leader include Answer: setting priorities
thinking critically
solving problems
respecting people
communicating skillfully
communicating a vision for the future
developing oneself and others
◉ _____ leadership comes from servant leadership and emotional
intelligence. Answer: caring
◉ caring leaders characteristics Answer: respects others
listens to others
maintains awareness
emphasize