Leadership Assessment Team Building and Motivation 1

Question 1

According to Tuckman's model of team development, what are the correct stages in order?

Accepted Answer

Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing

Answer

Tuckman's model progresses through Forming, Storming, Norming, and Performing, with Adjourning added later as a fifth stage.

Question 2

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs suggests that leaders should:

Accepted Answer

Address lower-level needs before higher-level motivators become effective

Answer

Maslow's model shows that basic physiological and safety needs must be met before employees respond to esteem or self-actualization motivators.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a team charter?

Accepted Answer

To establish team purpose, norms, roles, and operating agreements

Answer

A team charter creates shared clarity about the team's mission, expectations, and working norms, reducing ambiguity and conflict.

Question 4

Which motivation theory distinguishes between 'hygiene factors' and 'motivators'?

Accepted Answer

Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory

Answer

Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory identifies hygiene factors (preventing dissatisfaction) and motivators (driving engagement), emphasizing that the absence of hygiene factors causes dissatisfaction.

Question 5

A leader who assigns stretch assignments to team members is primarily aiming to:

Accepted Answer

Foster growth, skill development, and increased engagement

Answer

Stretch assignments challenge employees beyond their current comfort zone, accelerating development and boosting motivation through meaningful challenges.

Leadership Assessment Practice Test

Leadership Assessment Practice Test

Leadership Assessment Team Building and Motivation 1