Question 1

A vitally important part of being a charismatic leader is:

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A)   asking group members perceptive questions.
B)   the ability to express feelings openly.
C)   being laid back and emotionally supportive.
D)   having a large network of contacts.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 2

Charismatic leaders use metaphors and analogies primarily to:

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A)   convince group members that they are confident.
B)   inspire team members to higher performance.
C)   craft an articulate and highly emotional message.
D)   gear language to different audiences.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 3

A challenge to the validity of charismatic leadership is that charismatic leaders may:

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A)   be coached to be charismatic.
B)   be charismatic on the basis of inborn characteristics.
C)   be relying too heavily on an autocratic style.
D)   not be necessary for leadership effectiveness.E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 4

Charismatic leaders are often characterized as:

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A)   having considerable internal conflict.
B)   creating distrust among constituents.
C)   minimizing risks.
D)   being willing to use unconventional strategies.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 5

Which one of the following is not a particularly recommended place to obtain information when formulating a vision statement?

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A)   The work of futurists as it relates to your type of work
B)   Your own intuition about developments in your field
C)   Companies that are known for unambitious business practices
D)   Internet search engine results to uncover the type of vision statements formulated by othersE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

Despite the urgency of turning around an organization, the transformational leader is likely to encourage the personal development of staff members.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

To apply "management by storytelling," the leader should

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A)   tell stories about unsuccessful competitors.
B)   tell fascinating stories about the company to employees.
C)   reward and punish group members based on anecdotal evidence.
D)   evaluate morale based on anecdotal evidence.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 8

An effective vision should

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A)   replace the company goal-setting system.
B)   focus on day-to-day responsibilities instead of the future.
C)   fulfill the dreams of the leader.
D)   connect with the goals and dreams of constituents.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

Charismatic leaders are likely to cultivate relationships with group members by means of

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A)   threats of punishment for noncompliance.
B)   deliberately appearing manipulative and unforgiving.
C)   revealing their true selves to others.
D)   impression management.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 10

The effective transformational leader deliberately creates distrust throughout the organization so he or she will be needed to decrease the confusion.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

To develop your personal brand, it is recommended that you focus on patching up your weaknesses.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

To highly motivate organizational members, the transformational leader attempts to get constituents to focus on their self-interest.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Transformational leaders who are also charismatic will typically establish a vision for constituents to follow.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A charismatic leader goes beyond the ordinary use of public social networking sites. Which of the following messages is an example of a charismatic use of social networking sites?

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A)   "This new breakthrough in our drug formulation could serve as a key to destroy all our competitors completely and emerge as the number one brand in the industry."
B)   "Our company has achieved 25 percent annual growth in the recently declared estimates of the previous financial year. I would like to thank all the employees for their contribution and hard work."
C)   "Dear Wilson, I would like to inform you that your contract will be terminated from the company effective June 31st, 2015, owing to the proposal by your competitor to supply products at a lower price."
D)   "Heading off to the beautiful island nation of Madagascar! A much needed break from this monotonous work schedule."E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 15

A charismatic leader will often:

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A)   be low key about his or her accomplishments.
B)   be a low risk taker.
C)   procrastinate about major decisions.
D)   challenge, prod, and poke other people.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 16

Displaying an in-your-face attitude can contribute to a person's charisma.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Leadership by storytelling is a method used by charismatic and transformational leaders to discipline employees and involves telling them stories about what happened to other employees who stepped out of line.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

To be truly effective for the purpose of charismatic leadership, a metaphor should appeal to the intellect, imagination, and values.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Charismatic leaders are much more conservative than average with respect to risk taking.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

A key point about charisma is that it is a(n) :

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A)   relationship between the leader and the group members.
B)   substitute for leadership skill.
C)   exploitation of group members.
D)   characteristic of democratic leaders.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Exam 3: Charismatic and Transformational Leadership

An effective vision should

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A charismatic leader goes beyond the ordinary use of public social networking sites. Which of the following messages is an example of a charismatic use of social networking sites?

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Charismatic leaders are much more conservative than average with respect to risk taking.

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A vitally important part of being a charismatic leader is:

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Despite the urgency of turning around an organization, the transformational leader is likely to encourage the personal development of staff members.

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To highly motivate organizational members, the transformational leader attempts to get constituents to focus on their self-interest.

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A charismatic leader will often:

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Transformational leaders who are also charismatic will typically establish a vision for constituents to follow.

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To apply "management by storytelling," the leader should

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To develop your personal brand, it is recommended that you focus on patching up your weaknesses.

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To be truly effective for the purpose of charismatic leadership, a metaphor should appeal to the intellect, imagination, and values.

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Which one of the following is not a particularly recommended place to obtain information when formulating a vision statement?

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Charismatic leaders are likely to cultivate relationships with group members by means of

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The effective transformational leader deliberately creates distrust throughout the organization so he or she will be needed to decrease the confusion.

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A key point about charisma is that it is a(n) :

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Charismatic leaders are often characterized as:

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Charismatic leaders use metaphors and analogies primarily to:

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Leadership by storytelling is a method used by charismatic and transformational leaders to discipline employees and involves telling them stories about what happened to other employees who stepped out of line.

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Displaying an in-your-face attitude can contribute to a person's charisma.

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A challenge to the validity of charismatic leadership is that charismatic leaders may:

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