Question 1

The people I am leading want me to use servant leadership.This is an example of

Accepted Answer

The fact that the people being led want the leader to use servant leadership means that the followers are receptive to this style of leadership.

Question 2

Servant leadership

Accepted Answer

B

Question 3

My math teacher not only helps me solve difficult equations,but she also wrote me a great letter of recommendation for the college I want to attend that has a highly ranked math department. She is using which servant leader behavior?

Accepted Answer

The math teacher is exhibiting the servant leader behavior of helping followers grow and succeed by both helping the student with difficult equations and providing a letter of recommendation to help them further their educational goals.

Question 4

Which of the following is not an outcome of servant leadership?

Accepted Answer

Follower conceptual ability is actually an outcome of servant leadership, as servant leaders prioritize the growth and development of their followers, which can lead to increased conceptual ability. The other three outcomes listed (follower performance, organizational performance, and follower growth) are all commonly associated with servant leadership.

Question 5

Which leader behavior is the defining characteristic of Liden's servant leadership model?

Accepted Answer

Putting followers first is the defining characteristic of Liden's servant leadership model. While ethical behavior, emotional healing, and empowering are important aspects of servant leadership, putting followers first is the main focus.

Question 6

Henry leads a group of 20 in a fast-paced telemarketing center.He stopped his own work to console one of his followers who was struggling with a personal issue unrelated to his work.He is using which servant leader behavior?

Accepted Answer

Henry is using the servant leader behavior of emotional healing by taking the time to console one of his followers who is struggling with a personal issue. This behavior shows that he cares about his followers' personal well-being and not just their work performance.

Question 7

Context and culture is

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Question 8

One criticism of servant leadership is

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Question 9

Which of the following is a strength of servant leadership approach?

Accepted Answer

The strength of servant leadership approach is that it frames leadership on the principles of followers first, which is the core tenet of servant leadership. This implies that the leader's main focus is on serving the needs and interests of the followers, which ultimately results in the growth and development of both the leader and followers.

Question 10

Individuals who find servant leadership a form of micromanagement

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Question 11

My supervisor signed our company up for the annual "Day of Service" in our town. He encouraged all of us to volunteer with him instead of working at our company that day.He is using which servant leader behavior?

Accepted Answer

The supervisor is creating value for the community by signing up the company for the Day of Service and encouraging employees to volunteer. This aligns with the servant leader behavior of putting the needs and well-being of the community first.

Question 12

Which is an antecedent condition?

Accepted Answer

Antecedent conditions are typically pre-existing or underlying factors that contribute to a certain outcome or phenomenon. In this case, "follower receptivity" is the only option that fits the definition of an antecedent condition, as it refers to the predisposition or willingness of followers to receive and respond positively to a leader's influence, which can ultimately affect the leadership outcomes. The other options are more related to leadership practices or concepts, rather than underlying conditions that influence them.

Question 13

Leaders who do the right thing are applying which of Liden's servant leader behaviors?

Accepted Answer

Behaving ethically is one of Liden's servant leader behaviors, and leaders who do the right thing are exhibiting ethical behavior. Empowering, emotional healing, and putting followers first are also servant leader behaviors, but they are not specifically related to doing the right thing in ethical situations.

Question 14

I give my teaching assistants the freedom to set their own office hours and create grading rubrics for the assignments they independently grade.I am using which servant leader behavior?

Accepted Answer

Empowering is the correct choice because the teacher is giving their teaching assistants the freedom to make decisions and take ownership of their work, which demonstrates trust and empowers them to take responsibility. This behavior aligns with the servant leadership philosophy of empowering others to reach their full potential.

Question 15

Liden's servant leadership model is "trait-like" in that

Accepted Answer

Liden's servant leadership model is trait-like in that it focuses on the antecedent conditions, or attributes, of the leader rather than their behaviors. This includes qualities such as empathy, humility, and ethical practice. Therefore, choice B is the correct answer. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not reflect the trait-like nature of Liden's model.

Question 16

Jasmine understands the complexities of all levels of her organization and successfully solves problems that meet the organization's mission.She is using which servant leader behavior?

Accepted Answer

Jasmine is using the servant leader behavior of conceptualizing, which involves understanding the organization's mission and complexities and finding solutions to problems that align with the mission. This behavior is focused on the long-term success of the organization and requires a deep understanding of its goals and operations.

Question 17

Dimensions of culture related to how power is used in different societies is an example of which main component of Liden's servant leadership model?

Accepted Answer

The dimensions of culture related to how power is used in different societies are antecedent conditions, which are one of the main components of Liden's servant leadership model.

Question 18

For servant leadership to be successful

Accepted Answer

Servant leadership is based on the idea of serving others and putting their needs first. However, this type of leadership may not be successful if followers do not understand or appreciate this approach. Therefore, it is important that followers are open to this type of leadership and willing to work collaboratively with their leader to achieve common goals. While B, C, and D may also contribute to the success of servant leadership, A is the best choice because it addresses the fundamental requirement for followers to be receptive to this leadership style.

Question 19

Kim leads a team of graduate students in food science who discover a new food ingredient that tastes like salt but contains no artificial ingredients.Kim gives credit for the discovery to her graduate students. She is displaying what servant leader behavior?

Accepted Answer

By giving credit to her graduate students, Kim is prioritizing their contributions and putting them first. This demonstrates a servant leader behavior of putting followers first.

Question 20

The qualities and disposition of the leader describe

Accepted Answer

The qualities and disposition of the leader refer to leader attributes, which include characteristics such as intelligence, integrity, confidence, and emotional stability. It is important for a leader to possess these attributes in order to effectively lead and inspire their followers.

Quiz 10: Servant Leadership