Leadership

Dr. Eman Habib

Dr. Marwa Younis
Journey into
Leadership

Tutorial Two
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 True or False Questions:

Followers play a passive role in leadership and have no

meaningful impact on leadership effectiveness.
Answer: False
Leaders appointed by supervisors automatically gain
loyalty from their followers.
Answer: False
 True or False Questions:

Without followers, leadership cannot exist.

Answer: True
The situation in leadership includes the task, environment, team,
and external factors.
Answer: True
Followers play a crucial role because leadership is not just about
the leader.
Answer: True
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
1. What are the three key elements in the interactional framework
for analysing leadership?
A. The Leader, The Followers, The Situation
B. The Manager, The Employees, The Organization
C. The Leader, The Employees, The Company
D. The Supervisor, The Subordinates, The Task
Answer: A
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
2. Which of the following BEST explains why leaders who
frequently react with anger receive less feedback from their
team?
A. Angry leaders motivate followers to work harder.
B. Team members fear negative consequences and avoid sharing bad
news.
C. Followers feel more empowered under aggressive leadership.
D. Expressing anger is an effective way to maintain control over a team.

Answer: B
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
3. Why might an internally promoted leader have an advantage
over an externally appointed leader?
A) They are more resistant to change within the organization
B) They are familiar with the company’s culture and team
dynamics
C) They automatically earn trust from all employees
D) They do not need to prove their leadership skills

Answer: B
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
4. What is a potential drawback of a leader being appointed rather
than emerging naturally?
A) They are more likely to be respected by followers.
B) They are usually more effective in adapting to an organization’s culture.
C) They may struggle to gain the trust and loyalty of their team.
D) They do not need experience within the organization to lead
successfully.

Answer: C
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
5. In times of crisis, what factor becomes MOST critical in
determining leadership effectiveness?
A. The leader’s long-term experience in the organization.
B. The leader’s ability to make quick and adaptive decisions.
C. The personal preferences of the followers.
D. The routine operations of the organization.

Answer: B
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
6. What is the primary role of a leader?
A) To make profits for the company
B) To influence, direct, and motivate a group toward a goal
C) To ensure everyone follows orders
D) To focus only on their personal success

Answer: B
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
7. How does a leader’s personality affect leadership?
A) Leaders who stay calm earn trust and receive honest updates
B) Leaders who get angry are more respected
C) Leaders with short tempers are better decision-makers
D) Temperament has no impact on leadership

Answer: A
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
8. How does a leader’s past experience in the organization
influence their leadership?
A) They can start leading effectively right away
B) They face more difficulties than external hires
C) They need extra training to adapt
D) Experience does not impact leadership effectiveness

Answer: A
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
9. What is a key difference between appointed leaders and
elected leaders?
A) Appointed leaders earn more loyalty from followers
B) Elected leaders are less trusted and do not follow instructions
C) Elected leaders often gain more trust and loyalty from followers
D) Appointed leaders are always more effective

Answer: C
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
10. Which type of follower, according to Kelley’s
Followership Model, think independently but are
disengaged and skeptical about leadership decisions?
A) Passive Followers
B) Conformist Followers
C) Alienated Followers
D) Pragmatic Followers
Answer: C
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
11. Which type of follower is likely to agree with the
leader’s decisions without question, even when the
decision may be flawed?
A) Alienated Followers
B) Conformist Followers (Yes-People)
C) Passive Followers
D) Effective Followers
Answer: B
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
12. Pragmatic Followers are often described as:
A) The least engaged members of an organization.
B) Individuals who adjust their behavior based on circumstances to
maintain job security.
C) Highly independent thinkers who always challenge leadership.
D) Followers who remain completely detached from leadership
decisions

Answer: B
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
13. What makes Effective Followers different from other types
of followers?
A) They blindly follow leadership decisions
B) They criticize leadership without providing solutions
C) They actively contribute ideas and engage in critical
thinking
D) They avoid leadership roles at all costs

Answer: C
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
14. A leader who is promoted internally within an
organization has what advantage?
A) They understand the company's culture and transition into
leadership smoothly.
B) They struggle to establish authority over former colleagues.
C) They require external training before assuming leadership.
D) They are less likely to be accepted by their team.

Answer: A
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
15. Why are followers essential in leadership?
A) Without followers, leadership cannot exist
B) Leaders can function without followers
C) Followers have no impact on leadership
D) Leadership is only about the leader’s actions

Answer: A
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
16. How do followers impact leadership?
A) They only follow orders
B) They shape the leadership process
C) They have no effect on leadership
D) Leadership is only influenced by the leader

Answer: B
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
17. A new CEO takes over a company during an economic downturn.
Investors are pressuring for rapid recovery, and employees fear
layoffs. Which element of the leadership framework is MOST
influencing leadership effectiveness in this case?
A) The leader’s decision-making style
B) The level of follower engagement
C) The situational challenges and external pressures
D) The leader’s personal charisma

Answer: C
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
18. What is the primary challenge in leadership during a
crisis situation?
A) The leader’s personality traits
B) The followers’ expectations of leadership
C) The need for quick decision-making and adaptability
D) The ability to maintain traditional leadership
strategies

Answer: C
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
[Link] do external factors shape leadership effectiveness?
A) Economic, political, and social influences can affect leadership strategies
and decision-making.
B) External conditions have minimal influence on leadership success.
C) Leadership is entirely independent of market or political fluctuations.
D) A leader’s traits are the only determinants of success, regardless of
external pressures.
Answer: A
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
20. What factor is NOT part of the leadership situation?
A) The Task or Problem
B) The Work Environment
C) The Leader’s Personal Interests
D) External Factors

Answer: C
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
21. What does the work environment refer to in leadership?
A) The leader’s personal preferences
B) The structure and rule-based of the workplace
C) The number of employees in an organization
D) The availability of resources

Answer: B
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
22. What is an example of a leadership situation?
A) A company facing an economic crisis
B) A leader making decisions alone
C) A leader’s personal motivation
D) A team without any structure

Answer: A
 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) :
23. Why is the situation important in leadership?
A) It determines whether leadership is needed
B) It has no impact on leadership
C) Leadership is only about the leader, not the situation
D) A leader can control all aspects of a situation

Answer: A
 Case Study: Leadership in Crisis – The Rise of a New Leader

Background:
Alex Carter, a senior executive at GlobalTech Inc., a multinational technology
company, was suddenly promoted to CEO after the previous leader resigned due
to an ethical scandal. The company was facing multiple crises, including
declining employee morale, falling stock prices, and a lack of trust in
leadership.
Alex had been with GlobalTech for over a decade, rising through the ranks from
a junior manager to an executive. He was well-respected by employees but had
never held the top leadership position. His leadership approach was
collaborative and strategic, but now he had to make tough decisions under
pressure.
The employees (followers) were divided into different groups:
Some employees were disengaged and skeptical about the leadership
change (Alienated Followers).
Others simply waited for instructions without contributing new ideas
(Passive Followers- Sheep).
Some actively agreed with whatever Alex decided, even without
questioning (Conformist Followers – Yes People).
A few employees adjusted to the leadership change without taking
strong positions (Pragmatic Followers – Survivors).
The most effective employees provided solutions and constructive
feedback (Effective Followers).
The situation was complex:
The company had lost a major contract.
Investors were pressuring for quick financial recovery.
Employees feared layoffs.
The work culture needed to rebuild trust and engagement.
Alex had to use his leadership skills to rebuild confidence, stabilize the
company, and lead GlobalTech into a stronger future.
 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) on the case study:

1. Based on the Interactional Framework for Analyzing Leadership,

which element is the PRIMARY challenge Alex faces in this case?
A) His own leadership style and decision-making.
B) The behavior and expectations of the employees.
C) The external pressures and organizational crisis.
D) All of the above.

Answer: D
 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) on the case study:

2. Which type of follower in Kelley’s Model is MOST likely to challenge

Alex’s decisions and express concerns?
A) Passive Followers
B) Conformist Followers
C) Alienated Followers
D) Effective Followers

Answer: C
 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) on the case study:

3. If Alex’s leadership style is participative and encourages open

discussion, which group of followers is likely to respond best?
A) Alienated Followers
B) Passive Followers
C) Effective Followers
D) Pragmatic Followers

Answer: C
 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) on the case study:

4. What is an advantage Alex has in his new leadership role?

A) He was appointed from outside the organization.
B) He is familiar with the company’s culture and employees.
C) He has never worked in a leadership role before.
D) He was forced into leadership by investors.

Answer: B
 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) on the case study:

5. What external factor is impacting Alex’s leadership situation the

MOST?
A) Employees’ work ethic.
B) The loss of a major contract and financial pressure.
C) The company’s dress code policy.
D) Alex’s personality traits.

Answer: B
 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) on the case study:

6. How can Alex turn Passive Followers into Effective Followers?

A) By giving them opportunities for involvement and recognizing their
contributions.
B) By enforcing strict hierarchical control to ensure compliance.
C) By focusing on financial recovery and leaving employee engagement
to HR.
D) By offering limited feedback to prevent overwhelming them.

Answer: A
Would you prefer to work
under a leader who was
promoted internally or
someone hired from
outside the organization?
Why?
Thank You

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