Question 1

Which of the following is not listed as an element of moral imagination?
A) sensitivity to ethical dimensions of the situation
B) perspective taking
C) creation of novel solutions
D) emotional intelligence

Accepted Answer

Emotional intelligence is not directly listed as an element of moral imagination in common definitions, although it may be an important component for effectively utilizing and expressing the other elements.

Question 2

Leaders should pay special attention to their ______ when leading.
A) motivations
B) shadows
C) longings
D) doubts

Accepted Answer

Leaders should pay special attention to their motivations as it influences their decisions, actions, and the way they lead others. Understanding their motivations helps leaders align their actions with their values and goals.

Question 3

______ describes the excessive pride of top leaders.
A) Hubris
B) Greed
C) Self-centeredness
D) Arrogance

Accepted Answer

Hubris specifically refers to excessive pride and arrogance, often demonstrated by leaders. The other options may be related to hubris, but do not precisely describe it.

Question 4

Which of the following is not one of the "mals" noted in the text when describing signs of untrustworthy leaders?
A) maladjusted
B) malcontent
C) malodorous
D) malicious

Accepted Answer

The text lists "maladjusted," "malcontent," and "malicious" as signs of untrustworthy leaders, but does not mention "malodorous."

Question 5

______ encompasses all the skills needed to make responsible ethical choices, including moral awareness, moral understanding, moral reasoning and dialogue, and the resolution of competing arguments and demands.
A) Cognitive decision-making competence
B) Moral reasoning competence
C) Ethical competence
D) Emotional competence

Accepted Answer

The answer of ______ encompasses all the skills needed to...

Question 6

______ is the conviction that we have motivation and skills to make an ethical choice and follow through on it.
A) Ethical efficacy
B) Ethical fallacy
C) Ethical perspective
D) Ethical reasoning

Accepted Answer

Ethical efficacy refers to an individual's belief in their ability to make ethical choices and follow through on them. It is important for individuals to have this belief in order to act ethically in difficult situations. Ethical fallacy does not refer to a positive trait and is therefore an incorrect choice. Ethical perspective is a broader concept that refers to an individual's overall view of ethics and morality. Ethical reasoning is the process of using ethical principles to make decisions, but does not necessarily imply the belief in one's ability to act on those principles.

Question 7

A leader submits a false expense report, thinking he deserves the extra money because of his importance to the company. He is demonstrating which type of faulty assumption?
A) faulty theories about ourselves
B) faulty theories about other people
C) faulty theories about how the world operates
D) faulty theories about leadership

Accepted Answer

This leader is demonstrating faulty theories about themselves, believing they are entitled to more than what is ethically or legally allowed due to their perceived importance, which is a distorted self-assessment.

Question 8

______ type of individual often lacks any element of conscience.
A) Hubris
B) Machiavellians
C) Narcissist
D) Psychopath

Accepted Answer

Psychopaths often exhibit a lack of conscience or remorse for their actions. They may engage in unethical or criminal behavior without feeling any guilt or empathy for their victims. On the other hand, hubris, Machiavellians, and narcissists may have elements of conscience, but exhibit different personality traits and characteristics.

Question 9

According to many ethicists, ______ is key to ethical behavior and works hand in hand with moral reasoning in the decision-making process.
A) moral reasoning
B) moral imagination
C) moral ethics
D) moral intelligence

Accepted Answer

Many ethicists believe that moral imagination is a key component to ethical behavior because it involves the ability to envision different perspectives and possibilities in complex situations, which ultimately leads to more thoughtful and ethical decision-making. Moral reasoning is also important, but it is often viewed as a necessary but insufficient condition for ethical behavior. Moral ethics and moral intelligence are not commonly used terms in discussions of ethics.

Question 10

______ are our beliefs about other groups of people.
A) Stereotypes
B) Ethnocentrism
C) Moral reasoning
D) Prejudice

Accepted Answer

Stereotypes are oversimplified beliefs or ideas about a group of people based on characteristics such as race, gender, or age.

Question 11

With moral ______, leaders persuade themselves that their harmful behavior is actually moral and beneficial.
A) imagination
B) reasoning
C) justification
D) driving

Accepted Answer

Justification refers to the process of explaining or rationalizing one's behavior, often to make it seem more acceptable. Moral justification occurs when leaders convince themselves that their actions are morally justified and even beneficial, despite evidence to the contrary. This can occur in situations where the leader is motivated by power, greed, or other self-serving interests, and may involve distorting the facts, minimizing harm, or blaming others.

Question 12

Which of the following is a not a true statement about moral imagination?
A) generates creative solutions
B) involves seeing the bigger picture
C) can become overactive
D) creates narrow-mindedness

Accepted Answer

Moral imagination is the ability to envision ethical solutions and consider different perspectives. It involves seeing the bigger picture and generating creative solutions. However, an overactive moral imagination can lead to moral distress and decision paralysis. It does not create narrow-mindedness.

Question 13

Machiavellians are skilled at manipulating others.

Accepted Answer

Machiavellians are known for their ability to manipulate and deceive others in order to achieve their own goals. They are skilled at using charm, flattery, and cunning to influence those around them, often without the other person realizing what is happening. This skill can be used for both good and bad purposes, depending on the individual Machiavellian's intentions.

Question 14

Highly ______ individuals are skilled at manipulating others for their own ends.
A) autocratic
B) tyrannical
C) Machiavellian
D) callous

Accepted Answer

The term "Machiavellian" refers to a person who is cunning, manipulative, and willing to deceive others for personal gain. Therefore, the word "Machiavellian" best fits the sentence. Autocratic and tyrannical are not necessarily related to manipulation, while callous refers more to a lack of empathy rather than manipulative behavior.

Question 15

With ______, it is easier to mistreat others if they are seen as less than fully human.
A) dehumanization
B) demoralization
C) attribution of blame
D) lost souls

Accepted Answer

Dehumanization is the process of stripping away qualities that make someone feel human, such as emotions and thoughts, and viewing them as objects or animals. When someone is dehumanized, it becomes easier to justify mistreating them as they are no longer seen as equal or fully human.

Question 16

______ is the tendency to think that we are better than "they" are, that our way of doing things is superior to "theirs."
A) Stereotype
B) Ethnocentrism
C) Moral reasoning
D) Prejudice

Accepted Answer

Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture or group is superior to others, leading to the tendency to judge other cultures or groups by one's own standards. Stereotype refers to a simplified or exaggerated belief about a group of people. Moral reasoning refers to the ability to distinguish right from wrong, good from bad. Prejudice is a preconceived negative attitude or feeling towards a certain group based on stereotypes or insufficient information.

Question 17

In the ______ , destructive leadership is not only the product of toxic leaders, but of two additional forces: susceptible followers and conducive environments.
A) Toxic Pyramid
B) Triple Threat
C) Toxic Triangle
D) Toxic Threat

Accepted Answer

The term "toxic triangle" refers to the three interconnected elements that contribute to destructive leadership: toxic leaders, susceptible followers, and conducive environments. This concept highlights that while toxic leaders play a significant role in creating negative outcomes, they are not solely responsible for the problem. Instead, it is the combination of all three elements that creates a toxic work environment.

Question 18

Toxic leaders tend to focus on ______ needs.
A) public
B) self-glorification
C) security
D) trust

Accepted Answer

The answer of Toxic leaders tend to focus on ______...

Question 19

The team captains decided they were granted special privileges by cheating for their exam since they had already poured so much time into the project which other team members had neglected. This is an example of ______.
A) moral high ground
B) moral justification
C) moral disengagement
D) minimizing harm

Accepted Answer

Moral justification is when individuals rationalize their actions by believing that their behavior is serving a noble purpose, despite it being wrong. In this case, the team captains justify cheating by believing it compensates for their extra effort and the neglect of others.

Question 20

Competition is associated with which internal enemy or monster?
A) insecurity
B) fear
C) denying death
D) battleground mentality

Accepted Answer

Competition is often linked to a battleground mentality, where individuals view situations as win-lose scenarios, similar to a battlefield.

Quiz 2: Stepping in and Out of the Shadows

Which of the following is not listed as an element of moral imagination?

Leaders should pay special attention to their ______ when leading.

______ describes the excessive pride of top leaders.

Which of the following is not one of the "mals" noted in the text when describing signs of untrustworthy leaders?

______ encompasses all the skills needed to make responsible ethical choices, including moral awareness, moral understanding, moral reasoning and dialogue, and the resolution of competing arguments and demands.

______ is the conviction that we have motivation and skills to make an ethical choice and follow through on it.

A leader submits a false expense report, thinking he deserves the extra money because of his importance to the company. He is demonstrating which type of faulty assumption?

______ type of individual often lacks any element of conscience.

According to many ethicists, ______ is key to ethical behavior and works hand in hand with moral reasoning in the decision-making process.

______ are our beliefs about other groups of people.

With moral ______, leaders persuade themselves that their harmful behavior is actually moral and beneficial.

Which of the following is a not a true statement about moral imagination?

Machiavellians are skilled at manipulating others.

Highly ______ individuals are skilled at manipulating others for their own ends.

With ______, it is easier to mistreat others if they are seen as less than fully human.

______ is the tendency to think that we are better than "they" are, that our way of doing things is superior to "theirs."

In the ______ , destructive leadership is not only the product of toxic leaders, but of two additional forces: susceptible followers and conducive environments.

Toxic leaders tend to focus on ______ needs.

The team captains decided they were granted special privileges by cheating for their exam since they had already poured so much time into the project which other team members had neglected. This is an example of ______.

Competition is associated with which internal enemy or monster?