Question 1

The ____ follower is someone who is high on involvement but low on critical thinking.
A) alienated
B) conformist
C) passive
D) pragmatic

Accepted Answer

The conformist follower is characterized by high involvement (they care about the cause or the leader) but low critical thinking (they don't question authority or the status quo). The other options do not fit this description. Alienated followers feel disconnected from the cause or leader, passive followers are low on both involvement and critical thinking, and pragmatic followers are high on critical thinking but may not be emotionally invested in the cause or leader.

Question 2

The ____ follower is someone who is high on critical thinking and involvement.
A) alienated
B) conformist
C) effective
D) pragmatic

Accepted Answer

Effective followers are those who possess critical thinking and are actively involved in the work they do. A) Alienated followers feel disconnected, B) conformist followers don't question authority, and D) pragmatic followers are more concerned with practicality than critical thinking.

Question 3

Which of the following is a determinant of follower influence?
A) relative power position
B) locus of control
C) education and experience
D) all of the answers are correct

Accepted Answer

All of the given options are determinants of follower influence. Followers may be influenced by their perception of power position, level of control they perceive they have, education and experience, etc. Therefore, option D is the correct choice.

Question 4

Which of the following may be delegated?
A) Technical matters
B) Routine tasks
C) Personal matters
D) A and b
E) A, b and c

Accepted Answer

Technical matters and routine tasks can be delegated to other individuals, while personal matters should not be delegated as they are often confidential or require personal attention.

Question 5

Because your leader is an authoritarian leader, you know that he prefers ____ followers.
A) passive
B) pragmatic
C) alienated
D) conformist

Accepted Answer

Authoritarian leaders typically prefer conformist followers who are more likely to comply with their directives and maintain the status quo, rather than challenge their authority.

Question 6

____ is the process of assigning responsibility and authority for accomplishing objectives.
A) Mentoring
B) Coaching
C) Delegation
D) Instruction

Accepted Answer

Delegation is the process of assigning responsibility and authority for accomplishing objectives. Mentoring involves giving guidance and advice to someone with less experience. Coaching involves providing feedback and guidance to improve performance. Instruction involves teaching or providing information on how to do something.

Question 7

Follower influencing characteristics include all of the following EXCEPT:
A) power position.
B) gender and status.
C) locus of control.
D) education and experience.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Follower influencing characteristics include all of the...

Question 8

Leaders who have difficulty meeting deadlines and who take work home from the job are showing signs of:
A) having optimal stress levels.
B) participative management.
C) delegating too little.
D) directive leadership.

Accepted Answer

Leaders who have difficulty meeting deadlines and take home work indicate that they have not delegated enough work to their team members. They are likely micromanaging and not trusting their team to complete tasks on their own.

Question 9

Because one of your employees, Angela, functions well in self-managed teams, likes to initiate change, and is willing to put herself at risk for the best interest of the organization, she is a(n) ____ follower.
A) passive
B) pragmatic
C) alienated
D) conformist
E) effective

Accepted Answer

Angela's characteristics of functioning well in self-managed teams, initiating change, and taking risks for the organization indicate that she is an effective follower. Effective followers are proactive, committed, and able to work independently while staying aligned with the goals of the organization. They also have the ability to think critically and bring new ideas to the table, which is consistent with Angela's behavior.

Question 10

As Jim's leader, you have noticed that he is low on involvement and high on critical thinking, and you have concluded that Jim is a(n) ____ follower.
A) alienated
B) conformist
C) passive
D) pragmatic

Accepted Answer

Alienated followers are characterized by high critical thinking but low involvement in their work or organization, which matches the description of Jim.

Question 11

The ____ follower is someone who is neither high on critical thinking nor involvement.
A) alienated
B) conformist
C) passive
D) pragmatic

Accepted Answer

The term "passive" means inactive or not taking action. It indicates lack of involvement or interest in group activities. The term "conformist" implies that the follower participates in group activities but is not necessarily high on critical thinking. The term "alienated" implies a sense of isolation or disconnection from the group, which is not mentioned in the question. The term "pragmatic" implies a practical approach to problem-solving, which is also not relevant to the question. Therefore, the best choice is C, passive.

Question 12

When challenging a leader's flawed plans and proposals, it is important for the follower to:
A) pinpoint specifics.
B) personalize the critique.
C) provide both positive and negative feedback.
D) ask for suggestions.

Accepted Answer

Pinpointing specifics allows the follower to clearly and objectively discuss the flaws in the leader's plans and proposals. This approach avoids personal attacks and also provides concrete examples for the leader to consider. Personalizing the critique (B) can be seen as an attack on the leader's character or abilities, whereas providing both positive and negative feedback (C) may dilute the impact of the critique. Asking for suggestions (D) can be helpful, but it is important to first address the flaws in the leader's proposal before seeking alternatives.

Question 13

The type of follower who reveals the greatest range of behaviors is the:
A) isolate.
B) effective follower.
C) pragmatic follower.
D) conformist follower.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The type of follower who reveals the...

Question 14

Managers do not delegate because they:
A) Fear that employees will fail to accomplish tasks.
B) Don't know what to delegate.
C) Don't know how to delegate.
D) All of the above.

Accepted Answer

Managers may not delegate for different reasons, including fear that employees will fail, not knowing what to delegate, or not understanding how to delegate properly. By not delegating, managers miss out on the opportunity to develop their employees' skills and abilities while freeing up time for higher-level tasks. Therefore, it's essential for managers to overcome their delegation barriers and begin delegating effectively.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT one of the guidelines to becoming an effective follower?
A) offer support to leader
B) play counseling and coaching roles to leader when appropriate
C) show appreciation
D) avoid negative feedback

Accepted Answer

Providing constructive feedback is an important aspect of being an effective follower. Therefore, avoiding negative feedback would not be a guideline to becoming an effective follower. A, B, and C are all guidelines to becoming an effective follower.

Question 16

Possibilities of what to delegate include all of the following EXCEPT:
A) reports.
B) scheduling.
C) letters.
D) disciplining.

Accepted Answer

Discipline is a responsibility that should be handled by managers or supervisors directly, and should not be delegated to subordinates.

Question 17

Which of the following has resulted from the higher educational level of the work environment?
A) an increasing proportion of workers in out-groups
B) a preference for a more decentralized, participative style of management
C) more employees with an external locus of control
D) a decreasing need for delegation

Accepted Answer

Higher educational level of the work environment has resulted in a preference for a more decentralized, participative style of management, with greater employee involvement in decision-making processes. This is because higher education levels have led to a greater awareness of the benefits of collaboration and teamwork, and more emphasis on individual creativity and initiative in problem-solving.

Question 18

Effective followers:
A) resist inappropriate influence from the leader.
B) have external locus of control.
C) need only clarity of expectations, not influence, from their leaders.
D) are conscientious to respond positively to their leader's influence.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Effective followers:
A) resist inappropriate influence from the...

Question 19

People with a(n) ____ locus of control believe that they are "masters of their own destiny" and can influence people and events in their workplace.
A) internal
B) external
C) neutral
D) optimal

Accepted Answer

People with an internal locus of control believe that they have control over their own lives and can influence the world around them. They tend to take responsibility for their actions and believe that their efforts will lead to success. This mindset can be beneficial in the workplace, as those with an internal locus of control are often more proactive and confident in their decision-making abilities.

Question 20

Which of the following should NOT be delegated?
A) Technical matters
B) Routine tasks
C) Employees' problems for training purposes
D) Performance appraisals
E) A, b and c

Accepted Answer

Performance appraisals should not be delegated as they require the input and expertise of the person closest to the employee's performance, usually the employee's direct supervisor. Delegating performance appraisals can result in inaccurate or incomplete evaluations, which can have negative consequences for the employee and the organization.

Quiz 7: Follower-ship and Leader Member Exchange

The ____ follower is someone who is high on involvement but low on critical thinking.

The ____ follower is someone who is high on critical thinking and involvement.

Which of the following is a determinant of follower influence?

Which of the following may be delegated?

Because your leader is an authoritarian leader, you know that he prefers ____ followers.

____ is the process of assigning responsibility and authority for accomplishing objectives.

Follower influencing characteristics include all of the following EXCEPT:

Leaders who have difficulty meeting deadlines and who take work home from the job are showing signs of:

Because one of your employees, Angela, functions well in self-managed teams, likes to initiate change, and is willing to put herself at risk for the best interest of the organization, she is a(n) ____ follower.

As Jim's leader, you have noticed that he is low on involvement and high on critical thinking, and you have concluded that Jim is a(n) ____ follower.

The ____ follower is someone who is neither high on critical thinking nor involvement.

When challenging a leader's flawed plans and proposals, it is important for the follower to:

The type of follower who reveals the greatest range of behaviors is the:

Managers do not delegate because they:

Which of the following is NOT one of the guidelines to becoming an effective follower?

Possibilities of what to delegate include all of the following EXCEPT:

Which of the following has resulted from the higher educational level of the work environment?

Effective followers:

People with a(n) ____ locus of control believe that they are "masters of their own destiny" and can influence people and events in their workplace.

Which of the following should NOT be delegated?