Question 1

Typically,all charismatic leaders are good leaders.

Accepted Answer

Osama Bin Laden, Charles Manson, etc.

Question 2

Max Weber believed that charismatic leadership is born out of stressful situations.

Accepted Answer

Max Weber believed that charismatic leaders emerge in times of crisis or stress when their exceptional qualities and abilities are needed most. This type of leadership is based on personal qualities such as confidence, charisma, and vision, rather than formal authority or expertise.

Question 3

Vision is defined as the ability to imagine different and better conditions and the ways to achieve them.

Accepted Answer

This is the commonly accepted definition of vision, as it involves the ability to see and strive towards a future that is different and improved from the present.

Question 4

Followers of charismatic leaders assume greater risk than they would under other types of leaders.

Accepted Answer

Charismatic leaders have the ability to inspire and motivate their followers to take greater risks in pursuit of their goals. This can often lead to greater success but also increases the chances of failure or negative consequences. Therefore, followers of charismatic leaders assume greater risk than they would under other types of leaders.

Question 5

Most people agree that charisma is capable of producing only positive outcomes.

Accepted Answer

Charisma is a double-edged sword.

Question 6

The charismatic leader is seen as an object of identification by followers who try to emulate his or her behavior.

Accepted Answer

The statement is true. Followers of a charismatic leader often see him or her as a role model and try to adopt similar behavior and traits.

Question 7

Some theorist believe charismatic leadership is born out of crisis,some theorist believe charismatic leadership is the result of the leader's innate abilities,and still others believe it is the interaction of the two.

Accepted Answer

Charismatic leadership can be born out of crisis, innate abilities, or a combination of both. There is no one definitive explanation for the origin of charismatic leadership.

Question 8

Followers' acceptance of charismatic leaders is conditional on receiving some external reward such as money or financial gain.

Accepted Answer

Followers give unconditional acceptance.

Question 9

Suggested strategies for acquiring charismatic qualities are to develop visionary skills in college courses and to practice being candid and forthright.

Accepted Answer

Developing visionary skills in college courses can help individuals develop a clear sense of direction, while practicing candid communication can help them build trust and rapport with others, two key qualities of charismatic individuals.

Question 10

People are born with charisma,it is impossible to acquire or enhance your charismatic qualities.

Accepted Answer

Education and training can help you acquire or enhance charismatic qualities.

Question 11

Charismatic people are direct rather than indirect in their approach,so that there is no ambiguity about their position on issues.

Accepted Answer

Charismatic people are confident and assertive in their communication style, so they tend to be direct and clear in expressing their opinions and positions on issues. They also tend to be good listeners and engage in active listening, which helps them build rapport and establish trust with others.

Question 12

Charisma is capable of creating both positive and negative results.

Accepted Answer

Charisma, while it may result in positive effects such as inspiring and motiving others, can also lead to negative consequences such as manipulation and abuse of power.

Question 13

Since charismatic leaders arise out of stressful conditions,they are perceived as having a less positive personality.

Accepted Answer

Charismatic leaders are generally more positive than other types of leaders.

Question 14

Charisma is something found solely in the leader as a psychological phenomenon.

Accepted Answer

Charisma manifests in the interplay between leader and follower.

Question 15

Max Weber used the term "charisma" to explain a form of influence based on traditional or legal?rational authority systems.

Accepted Answer

Weber did not base his defition of 'charisma' on traditional or legal?rational authority systems.

Question 16

One method for differentiating between positive and negative charisma is in terms of the values and personality of the leader.

Accepted Answer

Positive charisma is often associated with leaders who possess ethical and moral values, as well as a personality that is warm, empathetic, and inspiring. In contrast, negative charisma can be seen in leaders who lack a strong moral compass, exhibit aggressive or narcissistic behavior, and are focused more on self-promotion and personal gain rather than the well-being of their followers.

Question 17

Between the socialized charismatic leader (SCL)and the personalized charismatic leader (PCL),the PCL uses charisma for the benefit of others.

Accepted Answer

The SCL uses charisma for the good of others.

Question 18

The self-glorification motive is typically associated with the Socialized Charismatic Leader.

Accepted Answer

This does not describe the Socialized Charismatic Leader.

Question 19

The socialized charismatic leader is one who possesses an egalitarian,self-transcendent,and empowering personality.

Accepted Answer

The socialized charismatic leader is characterized by possessing an egalitarian, self-transcendent, and empowering personality.

Question 20

People such as Adolf Hitler and Richard Branson,founder of the Virgin Group,are examples of leaders who were born with charisma.

Accepted Answer

Both developed their charismatic qualities.

Quiz 9: Charismatic and Transformational Leadership