Question 1

Which of the following statements is true with regard to Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences?
A) He held that IQ measurements are generally predictive of success in any professional endeavors.
B) He states that most people have a combination of intelligences that influence their approach to various situations.
C) He proposed that there are twelve types of intelligence that can be indicators of career success.
D) He argued that standardized test scores,and grades are the key predictors of who succeeds and who does not.

Accepted Answer

Howard Gardner proposed that individuals have multiple intelligences that can influence their approach to various situations. He identified eight types of intelligence (later expanded to nine), including linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, musical, interpersonal, intrapersonal, naturalistic, and sometimes existential. Gardner did not advocate for the use of standardized tests or grades as the only predictors of success.

Question 2

Highly resilient individuals:
A) have the ability to face and accept the reality of a situation.
B) possess an unwillingness to try new things.
C) believe that they cannot control events and outcomes.
D) are generally unable to bounce back from difficulty.

Accepted Answer

Highly resilient individuals have the ability to face and accept the reality of a situation. They do not deny or ignore the difficulties they are facing, but rather acknowledge them and work to overcome them.

Answer: B, C, and D
 None of these options describe characteristics of highly resilient individuals. Possessing an unwillingness to try new things, believing that events and outcomes cannot be controlled, and being generally unable to bounce back from difficulty are all traits that would hinder one's ability to be resilient.

Question 3

The capacity for recognizing one's own feelings and those of others,for motivating themselves,and for managing relationships in a productive manner is known as _____ intelligence.
A) cultural
B) emotional
C) contextual
D) analytical

Accepted Answer

Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to recognize and manage one's own emotions and the emotions of others, which can lead to more successful relationships and interactions. Cultural intelligence refers to the ability to understand and navigate different cultural contexts. Contextual intelligence refers to the ability to understand and navigate different situational contexts. Analytical intelligence refers to the ability to analyze and solve problems using logic and reasoning.

Question 4

According to Robert McCrae and Paul Costa's leadership personality traits,agreeableness:
A) is the tendency to be sociable,assertive,and active and to experience things positively.
B) is the tendency to be trusting,compliant,caring,and gentle.
C) involves being open to experiences and willing to be original,imaginative,and autonomous.
D) is the ability to remain calm and confident,especially in times of crisis.

Accepted Answer

McCrae and Costa's leadership personality traits define agreeableness as the tendency to be trusting, compliant, caring and gentle. This trait is associated with being cooperative, empathetic and sympathetic towards others, which can help leaders build strong relationships and foster teamwork.

Question 5

People's belief that a situation is so unique or so difficult that no one could be expected to handle it in an effective manner is referred to as _____.
A) internal locus of control
B) universal helplessness
C) high conscientiousness
D) emotional instability

Accepted Answer

Universal helplessness refers to the belief that a situation is so unique or difficult that no one could be expected to handle it effectively. Internal locus of control refers to the belief that one's actions and decisions can influence outcomes. High conscientiousness refers to the personality trait of being organized, responsible, and diligent. Emotional instability refers to the trait of being prone to emotional swings and instability.

Question 6

James and Jacob are working on an important project for which the deadline is approaching.James to quickly analyzes the situation and organizes the activities such that the project is completed on time.However,Jacob begins by experimenting with new methods by gathering extra information and prefers not to be rushed.In the context of the psychological dimensions of personality,it can be inferred that:
A) Jacob is more of a thinker than an intuitor.
B) James is more judging than perceiving.
C) Jacob is more sensing than feeling.
D) James is more of a perceiver than a thinker.

Accepted Answer

James is described as quickly analyzing the situation and organizing activities to meet the deadline, indicating a preference for judging over perceiving. Jacob is described as experimenting with new methods and gathering extra information, indicating a preference for perceiving over judging. The other options (A, C, and D) are not supported by the information given in the scenario.

Question 7

Of the three indices of creativity,fluency is defined as:
A) the ability to change approaches to a problem.
B) the ability to acknowledge and take responsibility for one's role in cultivating relationships.
C) the ability to generate novel or unique propositions,ideas,or solutions.
D) the ability to generate many solutions that fit some requirement.

Accepted Answer

Fluency refers to the ability to generate many solutions that fit a specific requirement or problem. It is often measured by the quantity of ideas produced in a given time frame.

Question 8

Which of the following best describes Robert Sternberg's contextual intelligence component of the triarchic theory??
A) The ability to generate novel or unique propositions,ideas,or solutions
B) The ability to generate many solutions that fit some requirement
C) The ability to shape and be shaped by the external environment
D) The ability to identify and react to novel situations and stimuli

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's contextual intelligence component of the triarchic theory refers to the ability to shape and be shaped by the external environment, such as adapting to new situations, navigating social dynamics, and being aware of cultural norms. This component emphasizes the importance of practical intelligence in real-world contexts.

Question 9

The ability to acknowledge and take responsibility for one's role in cultivating relationships and in communicating efficiently with others is called _____.
A) interpersonal effectiveness
B) creativity
C) cultural intelligence
D) self-awareness

Accepted Answer

Interpersonal effectiveness involves understanding and acknowledging one's role in relationships and communicating effectively with others. It requires self-awareness, taking responsibility for one's actions and choices, and being able to adapt to different social situations. Creativity and cultural intelligence are important skills in their own right but are not directly related to interpersonal effectiveness. Self-awareness is a key component of interpersonal effectiveness but does not encompass all of the necessary skills for effective communication and relationship-building.

Question 10

Which of the following statements about the relationship between self-awareness and interpersonal effectiveness is true?
A) A greater awareness of others can,in turn,lead to a lesser awareness of oneself.
B) Self-awareness and interpersonal effectiveness are not related in any way.
C) In most cases,a lesser awareness of others lead to a greater awareness of oneself.
D) A greater awareness of others,in turn,lead to a greater awareness of oneself.

Accepted Answer

When we are more aware of others, we tend to develop a better understanding of their emotional states, needs, and wants, which can lead to a better understanding of our own emotional states and needs. This increased self-awareness can, in turn, lead to more effective communication and better interpersonal relationships. Therefore, a greater awareness of others typically leads to a greater awareness of oneself.

Question 11

Which of the following indices of creativity involves the ability to change approaches to a problem?
A) Flexibility
B) Fluency
C) Originality
D) Adaptability

Accepted Answer

The ability to change approaches to a problem is a characteristic of flexibility, which is an index of creativity. Fluency refers to the ability to generate many ideas, while originality refers to the uniqueness of those ideas. Adaptability is related to flexibility, but it is not a commonly used index of creativity.

Question 12

Individuals with high internal sense of control:
A) prefer more directive supervision.
B) tend to be less participatory.
C) are generally self-motivated.
D) exhibit lower levels of satisfaction.

Accepted Answer

Individuals with high internal sense of control tend to believe that their own actions and efforts determine their outcomes, rather than external factors such as luck or fate. As a result, they are generally self-motivated and take responsibility for their own success, rather than relying on others to guide or direct them.

Question 13

_____ is defined as the ability to combine or link ideas in new ways to generate novel and useful alternatives.
A) Contextual intelligence
B) Analytical thinking
C) Lateral thinking
D) Emotional intelligence

Accepted Answer

Lateral thinking is described as the ability to create new ideas or solutions by looking at problems in a unique way. It involves connecting seemingly unrelated concepts to generate innovative and effective solutions.

Question 14

Jim is a firm's marketing manager who is confident of himself and is more open to feedback.Moreover,he has the ability to motivate himself despite obstacles to achieve his goals.His employees adore him since he takes active interest in their concerns and constructively manages any conflict that arises.From this description,it can be said that Jim demonstrates _____.
A) divergent thinking
B) contextual intelligence
C) analytical thinking
D) emotional intelligence

Accepted Answer

Jim's ability to manage conflicts constructively, motivate himself, and take an active interest in the concerns of his employees demonstrates a high level of emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence involves being aware of and managing one's own emotions and also being able to understand and empathize with others' emotions.

Question 15

Which of the following individuals demonstrates internal locus of control?
A) Maria,an athlete,believed that it was only because of her weak opponents she was able to win the competition.
B) Monica,who was looking forward to something really important,got very anxious due to her perceived lack of control over the situation.
C) Tim,an employee who recently got promoted,thanked his manager and felt that he was lucky to be promoted.
D) William,a student,strongly believes that by putting extra effort and working hard he will be able to score good marks.

Accepted Answer

William's belief that his hard work will lead to good marks demonstrates an internal locus of control, as he believes that his own actions and efforts will determine his success. Choices A, B, and C all demonstrate external locus of control, as they attribute outcomes to factors outside of one's own control.

Question 16

Which of the following individuals demonstrates external locus of control?
A) William,a student,strongly believes that by putting extra effort and working hard he will be able to score good marks.
B) Monica,who was looking forward to something really important,remains confident as she believes that the situation is under her control.
C) Maria,an athlete,believed that it was only because of her weak opponents she was able to win the competition.
D) Jacob,who recently got a job,believed that by accepting more projects and completing them on time will help him gain recognition.

Accepted Answer

Maria demonstrates external locus of control by attributing her victory to external factors (weak opponents) rather than her own efforts or abilities. The other individuals in the options demonstrate internal locus of control by believing that their abilities and efforts can control outcomes in their lives.

Question 17

Jack,a marketing lead,and Jerry,a finance lead,belong to an organization that is downsizing its employees due to some recent events.In this stressful situation,Jack remains calm and confident,while Jerry gets anxious and depressed.In the context of Robert McCrae and Paul Costa's leadership personality traits,it can be inferred that:
A) Jack has low conscientiousness
B) Jerry has high emotional stability
C) Jerry has low conscientiousness
D) Jack has high emotional stability

Accepted Answer

According to Robert McCrae and Paul Costa's personality traits, individuals who remain calm and confident during stressful situations have high emotional stability, while individuals who get anxious and depressed have low emotional stability. Thus, Jack has high emotional stability, while Jerry has low emotional stability. Conscientiousness is not a relevant trait in this context.

Question 18

Which of the following statements about locus of control is true?
A) Personal ability and effort are externally generated.
B) The outcome of effort and luck are less predictable.
C) Personal ability and task difficulty are more unstable.
D) Stability refers to an individual's ability to control events.

Accepted Answer

Locus of control refers to the extent to which individuals believe they have control over the events that affect their lives. Option B is the correct choice as it correctly describes the unpredictable nature of outcomes based on both effort and luck. Option A is incorrect as personal ability and effort are internally generated. Option C is incorrect as personal ability and task difficulty are stable factors. Option D is incorrect as stability refers to the consistency of a factor over time, not an individual's ability to control events.

Question 19

Which of the following refers to people's belief that there is nothing they can do to rectify a bad situation?
A) Conscientiousness
B) Emotional instability
C) Learned helplessness
D) Resilience

Accepted Answer

Learned helplessness refers to people's belief that there is nothing they can do to rectify a bad situation.

Question 20

Which of the following is a characteristic shared by creative people?
A) Unwillingness to take risks
B) Lack of self-confidence
C) Tolerance of ambiguity
D) High conscientiousness

Accepted Answer

Creative people often have the ability to tolerate ambiguity, which allows them to think outside the box and come up with unique solutions or ideas. This characteristic is important because creativity often involves exploring new and uncharted territory, which can be uncertain or ambiguous. Options A and B are not characteristics shared by creative people, as taking risks and having self-confidence are often necessary for creative success. Option D, high conscientiousness, may be beneficial for some types of creativity, but it is not a characteristic shared by all creative individuals.

Quiz 13: Becoming a Leader: Knowing Yourself

Which of the following statements is true with regard to Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences?

Highly resilient individuals:

The capacity for recognizing one's own feelings and those of others,for motivating themselves,and for managing relationships in a productive manner is known as _____ intelligence.

According to Robert McCrae and Paul Costa's leadership personality traits,agreeableness:

People's belief that a situation is so unique or so difficult that no one could be expected to handle it in an effective manner is referred to as _____.

Of the three indices of creativity,fluency is defined as:

Which of the following best describes Robert Sternberg's contextual intelligence component of the triarchic theory??

The ability to acknowledge and take responsibility for one's role in cultivating relationships and in communicating efficiently with others is called _____.

Which of the following statements about the relationship between self-awareness and interpersonal effectiveness is true?

Which of the following indices of creativity involves the ability to change approaches to a problem?

Individuals with high internal sense of control:

_____ is defined as the ability to combine or link ideas in new ways to generate novel and useful alternatives.

Which of the following individuals demonstrates internal locus of control?

Which of the following individuals demonstrates external locus of control?

Which of the following statements about locus of control is true?

Which of the following refers to people's belief that there is nothing they can do to rectify a bad situation?

Which of the following is a characteristic shared by creative people?