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Updated on: 28 Dec 2019, 10:10
Originally posted by Raxit85 on 28 Dec 2019, 10:07.
Last edited by Sajjad1994 on 28 Dec 2019, 10:10, edited 1 time in total.
Last edited by Sajjad1994 on 28 Dec 2019, 10:10, edited 1 time in total.
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In the 1980s, new, alternative theories of leadership were developed, many of which heavily focused on statistical meta-analyses of previous studies and on the gathering of data on successful corporate cultures. This trend resulted in the emergence of trait theories, which claimed that effective leaders tend to exhibit particular personality traits. Intelligence, extraversion and conscientiousness, among others, were named by such theories as the defining "qualities of a leader".
Trait theories, although a major step forward in empirical leadership studies,overemphasized the universality of these leadership traits. In many leadership roles or situations, humanitarian qualities such as humor, empathy, or generosity play a far larger role than do the classically defined qualities of leadership observed in statistical analyses. However, these qualities, which are more personal and difficult to define or report, are far less likely to be analyzed with the same vigor.
Trait theories, although a major step forward in empirical leadership studies,overemphasized the universality of these leadership traits. In many leadership roles or situations, humanitarian qualities such as humor, empathy, or generosity play a far larger role than do the classically defined qualities of leadership observed in statistical analyses. However, these qualities, which are more personal and difficult to define or report, are far less likely to be analyzed with the same vigor.
1. Which of the following best describes the role of the second paragraph in relation to the passage as a whole?
(A) to introduce an alternative to the theory presented in the first paragraph
(B) to provide a concrete example to support a more general argument made in the first paragraph
(C) to point out a flaw in a theory presented in the first paragraph
(D) to reconcile two conflicting theories discussed earlier in the passage
(E) to apply a previously discussed theory to a different situation
(A) to introduce an alternative to the theory presented in the first paragraph
(B) to provide a concrete example to support a more general argument made in the first paragraph
(C) to point out a flaw in a theory presented in the first paragraph
(D) to reconcile two conflicting theories discussed earlier in the passage
(E) to apply a previously discussed theory to a different situation
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1. Which of the following best describes the role of the second paragraph in relation to the passage as a whole?
Difficulty Level: Medium
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The first paragraph introduces trait theories of leadership, which claim that effective leaders possess specific personality traits. However, the second paragraph challenges the universality of these traits and points out that in many leadership roles or situations, other qualities like humor, empathy, or generosity play a larger role. This highlights a flaw in the trait theories presented in the first paragraph, suggesting that they overemphasize certain qualities while neglecting other important aspects of leadership.
Answer: C
Difficulty Level: Medium
Explanation
The first paragraph introduces trait theories of leadership, which claim that effective leaders possess specific personality traits. However, the second paragraph challenges the universality of these traits and points out that in many leadership roles or situations, other qualities like humor, empathy, or generosity play a larger role. This highlights a flaw in the trait theories presented in the first paragraph, suggesting that they overemphasize certain qualities while neglecting other important aspects of leadership.
Answer: C
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I was expecting 2 or 3 questions from this passage while solving in the forum quiz.
Para 1 introduces trait theories, and according to them, what are the traits of leaders. The tone is neutral, and author has no opinion
Para 2 says trait theories are good, but they're not accurate. They have some flaw. The tone is negative; author presents his opinion at the start of 2nd para.
Based on this working, we can see that option C is aligning.
Para 1 introduces trait theories, and according to them, what are the traits of leaders. The tone is neutral, and author has no opinion
Para 2 says trait theories are good, but they're not accurate. They have some flaw. The tone is negative; author presents his opinion at the start of 2nd para.
Based on this working, we can see that option C is aligning.
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