Chapter 7: Creating a Vision

A vision constructs a picture of a future that is better than the status quo. A) True B) False

A) True

In 1961, President John F. Kennedy stated "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country." This is an example of which of the following? A) a belief B) a challenge C) a vision D) a map

B) a challenge

A vision provides a planned-out path to follow to reach a goal or accomplish a task. What is this laid-out path called? A) a strategy B) a map C) a mission D) a plan

B) a map

When a leader is able to effectively explain and describe their vision to followers, this is called being able to ______. A) clarify B) articulate C) enforce D) persuade

B) articulate

Which of the following terms describes the process of achieving a vision? A) quest B) mission C) job D) task

B) mission

Match the description with the correct characteristic of a vision. picture Picture Change Values Challenge Map

Picture - An idea of a better future. Change - A new way of doing things. Values - Beliefs and ideas. Challenge - A push to change for the better a new way of doing things. Map - Provides direction.

Some leaders have been accused of "stirring the pot" when they promote visionary changes. A) True B) False

A) True

Visions imply change and change can occur in many forms. A) True B) False

A) True

When a leader implements a vision, they must model to followers the attitudes, values, and behaviors that support the vision. A) True B) False

A) True

When employees understand the larger purpose of an organization, they better understand how their work contributes to the organization's success. A) True B) False

A) True

When a vision provides a path for followers, which characteristic does this represent? A) a map B) a challenge C) values D) a picture

A) a map

When a leader articulates a vision, it is recommended that they ______. A) adapt the vision to the audience B) emphasize the extrinsic value of the vision C) present alternative paths to the goal D) use neutral language

A) adapt the vision to the audience

Which aspect of a vision asks individuals to commit themselves to worthwhile causes? A) challenge B) a picture C) map D) values

A) challenge

What might be considered the most challenging step of visionary leadership? A) implementing the vision B) articulating the vision C) creating a picture of the vision D) creating the vision

A) implementing the vision

Which of the following characteristics of a vision requires an act of faith by followers? A) picture B) values C) challenge D) change

A) picture

If a leader's vision is too demanding and advocates a big change, it will probably be ______. A) rejected B) accepted C) reviewed D) revised

A) rejected

In order to achieve positive change, visions must address what? A) values B) costs of change C) followers' weaknesses D) followers' strengths

A) values

Visions are grounded in ______. A) values B) goals C) ideas D) changes

A) values

A vision should be fully developed and well planned out before being presented to followers. A) True B) False

B) False

Implementing a vision is a quick and easy process for effective leaders. A) True B) False

B) False

It is uncommon for a leader to experience follower resistance to an articulated vision. A) True B) AFalse

B) False

According to the text regarding visionary leadership, which of the following is a true test of a leader's abilities? A) communicating the vision B) creating the vision C) implementing the vision D) gaining followers' support of the vision

C) implementing the vision

In terms of leadership, a mental model of an ideal future state is called a/an ______. A) dream B) goal C) vision D) objective

C) vision

Which of the following word pairs is indicative of inclusive language? A) he and she B) us and them C) we and our D) I and you

C) we and our

Taking good features of a prior system and improving them to achieve a new goal is an example of which characteristic of a vision? A) a picture B) a challenge C) a map D) a change

D) a change

What is an outcome of a leader acting out the vision? A) creating camaraderie with followers B) modeling the steps to achieving the vision for followers C) exhibiting effective leadership skills for followers D) building credibility with followers

D) building credibility with followers

Turning a vision into reality requires ______ and ______. A) skill; power B) action; support C) communication; inspiration D) communication; action

D) communication; action

Which action is most effective for articulating a vision to followers? A) having a singular message for all audiences B) creating an us/them dynamic C) using neutral language D) emphasizing the value of the vision

D) emphasizing the value of the vision

Which aspect of articulating a vision is key to enlisting the participation of followers? A) appealing solely to rationale thought and not emotion B) focusing on making big changes C) sharing a consistent version of the vision at all times D) using inclusive language

D) using inclusive language

Beliefs, ideas, or modes of action that people find worthwhile are considered ______. A) ethics B) principles C) views D) values

D) values