Test Bank For Introduction to Leadership: Concepts and Practice, 5th Edition

Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 Chapter 2: Recognizing Your Traits Test Bank Multiple Choice 1. Which of the following is not listed in the text as an important leadership trait? a. Diligence b. Articulateness c. Power hungry d. Intelligence Ans: C Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Introduction Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 2. A manager who moves into a new position and begins reading industry magazines, manuals, books, and interviews colleagues about their best practices might be working on improving which of the six leadership traits? a. Charisma b. Sociability c. Integrity d. Intelligence Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Intelligence Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 3. Confidence is a trait that has to do with ______. a. feeling positive about oneself and one’s ability to succeed b. making others believe you have the right answers c. convincing others your way is best d. commanding respect from your followers Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Confidence Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 4. A leader walks into a room and immediately commands people’s attention through her presence. This is indicative of which trait? a. Integrity b. Sociability c. Intelligence d. Charisma Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Charisma Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 5. A leader who is willing to assert themselves, be proactive, and can persevere through adversity demonstrates which key trait? a. Determination b. Sociability c. Confidence d. Intelligence Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Determination Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 6. According to the text, which is the one trait that is easily acquired by those who lead? a. Intelligence b. Determination c. Integrity d. Confidence Ans: B Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Determination Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 7. Which trait most closely aligns with a leader who stays focused on tasks, articulates a vision, and encourages others to persevere? a. Intelligence b. Charisma c. Confidence d. Determination Ans: D Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Determination Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 8. A new manager is hired for an office; they immediately begin to build a rapport with colleagues and subordinates, tactfully navigate difficult situations, and are friendly and outgoing with all employees. This example demonstrates which trait? a. Confidence b. Charisma c. Sociability d. Intelligence Ans: C Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Sociability Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 9. If people do not trust a leader, the leader’s influence potential is ______. a. weakened b. empowered c. not affected d. unknown Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Integrity Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 10. Nelson Mandela was influenced by ______ before shifting to violent tactics. a. Winston Churchill b. Mohandas Gandhi c. Mother Teresa d. George Washington Ans: B Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Leadership Snapshot Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Leading in organizational situations 11. It was said of George Washington that he was “great” because he was “______.” a. determined Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 b. good c. intelligent d. nice Ans: B Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: George Washington (1732–1799) Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 12. Winston Churchill was known for which of the following traits? a. Oratory b. Mood swings c. Anger d. Selfishness Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Winston Churchill (1874–1965) Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 13. Churchill’s most significant talent was his masterful use of ______. a. information b. language c. optimism d. inspiration Ans: B Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Winston Churchill (1874–1965) Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and Individual behaviors 14. In the face of criticism Mother Teresa responded with strong will, and she was a leader who practiced what she preached. Which trait does this most closely align with? a. Sociability b. Integrity c. Intelligence d. Charisma Ans: B Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Mother Teresa (1910–1997) Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 15. Which of the following is not a trait of Bill Gates discussed in the text? a. Intelligence b. Visionary c. Diligence d. Submissive Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Bill Gates (1955–) Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 16. Bill Gates is described as diligent, focused, aggressive, and task oriented. This most closely aligns with which of the Six Key Leadership Traits? a. Determination b. Confidence c. Charisma d. Sociability Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Bill Gates (1955–) Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 17. Oprah Winfrey is said to have which key trait of leadership which enables her to connect with people? a. Charisma b. Intelligence c. Determination d. Integrity Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Oprah Winfrey (1954–) Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 18. According to the text, what is not a characteristic of determined leaders? a. Initiative b. Persistence c. Decisiveness d. Drive Ans: C Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Determination Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 19. Which of the following is not a trait found to be significant in leadership? a. Intelligence b. Friendliness c. Persistence d. Introversion Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Sociability Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 20. Which of the following is a way to build confidence? a. Understanding what a situation requires b. Having a mentor to show the way c. Practice d. All of these Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Confidence Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 21. What is NOT a way to build charisma? a. Be a strong role model b. Articulate clear goals and strong values c. Be sociable d. Be competent Ans: C Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Charisma Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 22. Sociable leaders are all of the following except ______. a. tactful b. friendly c. diplomatic d. direct Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Sociability Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 23. Which researcher identified 22 values leadership traits after studying 1,700 managers in 62 different cultures? a. Hofstede b. Stogdill c. House d. Kouzes and Posner Ans: C Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Leadership Traits Explained Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Leading in organizational situations 24. Which of the following is not one of the six key leadership traits identified by researchers? a. Intelligence b. Openness to experience c. Charisma d. Sociability Ans: B Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Leadership Traits Explained Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 25. Intelligence includes having good language skills, ______ skills, and ______. a. perceptual; determination b. critical thinking; confidence c. perceptual; reasoning ability d. writing; intensity Ans: C Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Intelligence Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 26. A manager who hesitates to take action, feels set goals may be too lofty, and is insecure in their role is lacking ______. a. confidence b. intelligence c. sociability d. charisma Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Confidence Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 27. Charisma is a special personality characteristic that gives a leader the capacity to do ______. a. ethical decision-making b. extraordinary things c. goal setting d. coalition building Ans: B Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Charisma Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 28. To increase sociability, people should ______. a. try to get along with coworkers b. be friendly, kind, and thoughtful c. talk freely with others and give them support d. all of these Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Sociability Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 29. Mohandas Gandhi advocated nonviolence and civil disobedience, but his ______ enabled him to influence others. a. charisma b. intelligence c. sociability d. determination Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Charisma Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 30. A leader’s capacity to establish pleasant social relationships is known as ______. a. charisma b. sociability c. charm d. integrity Ans: B Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Sociability Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 31. A leader may demonstrate integrity by ______. a. adhering to a strong set of principles b. being aware of what is going on around them c. taking responsibility for their actions d. adhering to a strong set of principles and taking responsibility for their actions Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Integrity Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Leading in organizational situations 32. Which of the six traits is at the core of being a leader? a. Integrity b. Charisma c. Intelligence d. Determination Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Integrity Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 33. An important trait Nelson Mandela exhibited during his imprisonment was ______. a. resisting b. listening c. protesting d. speaking Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 Ans: B Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Leadership Snapshot Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Leading in organizational situations 34. Sociable leaders bring ______ to a group and make the work environment ______. a. teambuilding; happier b. toxicity; hostile c. grand visions; pleasant d. positive energy; enjoyable Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Sociability Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 35. Which of the following is NOT used to describe George Washington? a. Integrity b. Virtuousness c. Modesty d. Irritability Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: George Washington (1732–1799) Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 36. Utilizing interpersonal skills to foster cooperative relationships in a new team setting is indicative of the ______ trait. a. sociabilty b. charisma c. intelligence d. determination Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Sociability Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 37. A manager arrives in the early morning to a large fundraising event to see disorder and no clear direction. She begins to give clear directives and assert leadership throughout the long day until the job is done. The trait most described is ______. a. determination b. charisma c. intelligence d. sociability Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Determination Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 38. Which of the following is NOT a trait of Mother Teresa’s discussed in the text? a. Simple woman b. Determined c. Spiritual d. Detail-oriented Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Mother Teresa (1910–1997) Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 39. Which of the following traits does the book attribute to Oprah Winfrey? a. Aggressive b. Pretentious c. Spiritual d. Charismatic Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Oprah Winfrey (1954–) Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 40. Which of the following is NOT one of Bill Gate’s traits as discussed in the text? a. Aggressive b. Compassionate c. Visionary d. Task-oriented Ans: B Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 Answer Location: Bill Gates (1955–) Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 41. One of Winston Churchill’s motivations for his ambition was ______. a. wanting what was right for others b. personal fame c. prejudice against others d. self-interest Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Winston Churchill (1874–1965) Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 42. George Washington was neither highly educated nor brilliant, yet he was known for his wisdom. This demonstrates the idea that a leader can improve their ______ by staying informed and working hard at being aware. a. charisma b. determination c. intelligence d. confidence Ans: C Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: George Washington (1732–1799) | Intelligence Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 43. What is NOT one of Nelson Mandela’s traits discussed in the text? a. Focused b. Consensus builder c. Courageous d. Aggressive Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Leadership Snapshot Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 44. Leaders must balance between being ______ and monitoring what is appropriate to disclose in a particular situation. a. open and candid b. closed and secretive Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 c. deceitful and manipulative d. happy and carefree Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Integrity Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Ethical understanding and reasoning 45. Honesty, as a component of integrity, helps people to have ______ and ______ in a leader. a. respect; goodwill b. trust; faith c. mistrust; fear d. power; respect Ans: B Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Integrity Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 46. It is difficult for a person to alter their IQ, but it is possible for them to improve their ______ in general. a. intelligence b. sociability c. confidence d. charisma Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Intelligence Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 47. Mentors are able to help a person not only increase their ______ but they also provide essential help to learn the dynamics of leadership. a. sociability b. integrity c. intelligence d. confidence Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Confidence Difficulty Level: Medium Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 48. U.S. President John F. Kennedy is given as an example of a leader with which of the six key traits? a. Charisma b. Intelligence c. Determination d. Confidence Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Charisma Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Leading in organizational situations 49. People want ______ leaders – leaders with whom they can get along. a. determined b. intelligent c. charismatic d. sociable Ans: D Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Sociability Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 50. The impact of U.S. President Bill Clinton’s leadership was substantially weakened because of challenges to his ______. a. integrity b. determination c. charisma d. intelligence Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Leadership Snapshot (right before “Leadership Traits in Practice”) Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors. 51. Which of the following statements is TRUE about charisma? a. It can inspire devotion in followers. b. It can be used to exploit followers for the leader’s own ends. c. It is an uncommon trait to find in leaders. d. All of these Ans: D Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Charisma Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 52. George Washington’s reputation as a leader has been criticized somewhat due to: a. his ownership of slaves b. his lack of charisma c. his overly firm disciplinary methods d. his lack of formal education Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: George Washington (1732-1799) Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 53. LeBron James is described as powerful, ambitious, hard-working and focused on winning basketball games. This most closely aligns with which of the Six Key Leadership Traits? a. Determination b. Confidence c. Charisma d. Sociability Ans: A Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: LeBron James (1984–) Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors True/False 1. All of the following were listed in the text as important leadership traits: trustworthiness, sociability, confidence, and open-mindedness. Ans: T Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Introduction Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 2. A leader with integrity may ignore their stated values for an easier course of action. Ans: F Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Integrity Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Ethical understanding and reasoning 3. Utilizing resources around us to inform our actions is an important component of Intelligence as a leadership trait. Ans: T Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Intelligence Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 4. When a leader’s integrity comes into question, his or her potential to lead is lost. Ans: T Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Integrity Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 5. Traits are important but only one dimension of the multidimensional process of leadership. Ans: T Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Leadership Snapshot Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Application of knowledge 6. Bill Gates is not only diligent and visionary, he also demonstrates a strong concern for the poor and underserved. Ans: T Learning Objective: 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Bill Gates (1955–) Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 7. Research studies have produced a very long list of leadership traits. Ans: T Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Introduction Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 Difficulty Level: Easy AACSB Standard: Leading in organizational situations 8. Confidence is innate and cannot be learned. Ans: F Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: comprehension Answer Location: Confidence Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 9. Intelligence includes having good language skills, perceptual skills, and reasoning ability. Ans: T Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Intelligence Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 10. Charisma is a common personality trait. Ans: F Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Knowledge Answer Location: Charisma Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors Essay 1. Discuss the six key traits of successful leaders; provide examples of leaders in context exemplifying each. Ans: Intelligence, confidence, charisma, determination, sociability, and integrity Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension Answer Location: Leadership Traits Explained Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 2. The chapter outlines understanding and practice as two ways of gaining confidence. Discuss an example of confidence building in your leadership journey. Ans: First, confidence comes from understanding what is required of you. Confidence also comes from practice. This is important to point out, because practice is something everyone can do Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 Cognitive Domain: Application Answer Location: Confidence Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Interpersonal Relations and Teamwork 3. Compare and contrast Charisma and Sociability as they relate to leadership traits. Ans: Sociability refers to a leader’s capacity to establish pleasant social relationships; Charisma refers to a leader’s special magnetic charm and appeal. While charisma may help with sociability, it is a distinct and separate trait. Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Analysis Answer Location: Sociability | Charisma Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 4. Analyze Nelson Mandela’s leadership as described in the Leadership Snapshot and distinguish which of the six key leadership traits he used throughout his life. Ans: Mandela used all six traits throughout his life. Learning Objective: 2.1: Identify important traits for effective leadership. | 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Analysis | Application Answer Location: Leadership Snapshot Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Application of knowledge 5. Distinguish between Mother Teresa and Bill Gates’ leadership traits. Did they use similar traits in different ways? Did they seek to affect change towards a similar outcome using different means? Ans: Both Mother Teresa and Bill Gates demonstrated altruism and concern for the poor and underserved. Learning Objective: 2.1: Identify important traits for effective leadership. | 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Comprehension | Application | Analysis Answer Location: Leadership Traits in Practice Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Application of knowledge 6. What trait would be most difficult for you to acquire as a leader? Ans: Varies Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Application | Analysis Answer Location: Chapter 2 Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 7. In your opinion, which of the six key leadership traits is the most important. Give examples from your personal leadership journey. Ans: Varies Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Application | Analysis Answer Location: Leadership Traits Explained Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Interpersonal relations and teamwork 8. How necessary is Charisma for effective leadership? Give at least two examples to support your view. Ans: Varies Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. Cognitive Domain: Application | Analysis Answer Location: Charisma Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Group and individual behaviors 9. What common characteristics existed among all five leaders profiled in the text? Ans: All are visionary, strong willed, diligent, and inspirational. As purpose-driven leaders, they are role models and symbols of hope. Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. | 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Application | Analysis Answer Location: Leadership Traits in Practice Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Analytical thinking 10. Select one of the five leaders profiled in the text. How did context shape their leadership traits and success? Ans: Varies Learning Objective: 2.1: Explain the six key traits for successful leaders. | 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Analysis | Application Answer Location: Leadership Traits in Practice Difficulty Level: Hard AACSB Standard: Analytical thinking 11. Explain how a leader may not need all six key traits in order to be effective in his/her position. Ans: People are not perfect. Leaders like Washington may exhibit integrity in most parts of their lives while still having a “blind spot’ in other areas, such as owning slaves. Another leader can be highly intelligent and visionary, but not necessarily be sociable, in order to accomplish his/her goals. LeBron James is an example of a powerful, ambitious, and determined leader. This has won him many followers, but he also has his detractors who view his ambition to win championships, and moving to a new team, Instructor Resource Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, 5e SAGE Publishing, 2021 as a lack of loyalty to his existing team. Certainly, the more leadership traits one has, the better equipped a person is to appeal to diverse followers and handle various leadership challenges. Learning Objective: 2.1: Identify important traits for effective leadership. | 2.2: Compare the leadership of renowned global figures. Cognitive Domain: Analysis │Application Answer Location: Leadership Traits in Practice Difficulty Level: Medium AACSB Standard: Analytical thinking