CRP Leadership Principles & Styles 2

Question 1

In Hersey and Blanchard's Situational Leadership model, which leadership style is most appropriate when a follower has high commitment but low competence?

Accepted Answer

Directing

Answer

Directing (S1) is appropriate for enthusiastic beginners who have high commitment but lack the skills needed for the task.

Question 2

A recreation manager consistently focuses on inspiring a shared vision and challenging the process. This behavior aligns with which leadership framework?

Accepted Answer

Transformational leadership

Answer

Transformational leadership emphasizes inspiring vision, challenging the status quo, and motivating followers beyond self-interest.

Question 3

Which leadership theory proposes that effective leadership depends on the match between a leader's style and the favorableness of the situation?

Accepted Answer

Fiedler's Contingency Theory

Answer

Fiedler's Contingency Theory states leadership effectiveness depends on how well a leader's style matches situational control.

Question 4

A parks and recreation director empowers staff to make day-to-day decisions while staying available for guidance. This is best described as which leadership style?

Accepted Answer

Democratic

Answer

Democratic leadership involves sharing decision-making authority with team members while the leader remains engaged and accessible.

Question 5

According to the Path-Goal Theory of leadership, what is the primary role of the leader?

Accepted Answer

To remove obstacles and provide rewards that help followers achieve goals

Answer

Path-Goal Theory holds that leaders increase performance by clarifying paths to goals and removing barriers for followers.

(CRP) Certified Recreation Professional Practice Test

(CRP) Certified Recreation Professional Practice Test

CRP Leadership Principles & Styles 2