The U.S. Constitution
✮ Which part of the US Constitution most restricts a military officer's authority over service members and civilians?
The Bill of Rights (First 10 Amendments)
Which of the following is a specific prohibition for officers regarding relationships with enlisted members?
a)Offering a ride to an enlisted member who lives on the same route home.
b)Lending money to or borrowing money from enlisted members.
c)Joining a after-work unit sports team that includes enlisted members.
d)Accepting a social media friend request from an enlisted member in the same unit.
b) Lending money to or borrowing money from enlisted members.
What are the C's that represent the USSF Core Values?
Character
Connection
Commitment
Courage
Transactional leadership includes all of the following behaviors EXCEPT:
a)Individual Consideration (IC)
b)Management by Exception-Passive (MBE-P)
c)Management by Exception-Active (MBE-A)
d)Contingent Reward (CR)
a)Individual Consideration (IC)
TSgt Reynolds gives his team a task. They immediately start working, following the instructions to the letter without asking for clarification or suggesting improvements. They are energetic and eager to please. This behavior best describes which followership style?
Yes People
✮ List the three provisions embodied in the U.S. Constitution AND state what they are
Federalism (Distribution of power)
Enumerated Powers (Limits on federal power)
Separation of Powers (3 Branches Legislative, Executive, Judicial)
A Captain sits on a selection panel for a desirable special duty assignment. Their spouse, a TSgt, is a candidate. Their marriage predates the Captain's commission, and they are not in the same chain of command. The Captain discloses the relationship to the panel but still participates, arguing their spouse is the most qualified candidate. This action is best described as...
a)Acceptable, as the Captain is acting on perceived merit.
b)Fraternization, the predated marriage is a factor.
c)An ethical conflict of interest creating an appearance of impropriety.
d)Permissible, since the relationship was disclosed.
c)An ethical conflict of interest creating an appearance of impropriety.
What are the USAF Core Values?
Integrity First
Service before self
Excellence in all we do
4. When a leader acts as a positive role model and embodies the principle of 'walking the talk,' they are using which transformational behavior?
a)Inspirational Motivation (IM)
b)Individual Consideration (IC)
c)Intellectual Stimulation (IS)
d)Idealized Influence (II)
d)Idealized Influence (II)
Amn Davis notices a small error in the weekly maintenance report that could lead to a larger issue later. Instead of waiting for instructions, she researches the correct procedure, drafts a correction, and presents both the problem and her proposed solution to her supervisor for approval. Amn Davis is demonstrating which followership style?
Effective Followers
The Fifth Amendment provides an exception to grand jury indictment for persons serving in the armed forces, who are instead subject to what?
The court martial system
An Unprofessional Relationship (UPR) is primarily a concern when it:
a)is between two members of the same pay grade.
b)occurs during off-duty hours.
c)adversely affects morale, good order, discipline, or unit cohesion.
d)involves personnel from different career fields.
c)adversely affects morale, good order, discipline, or unit cohesion.
SSgt Miller consistently shows up on time (Duty), meticulously maintains her equipment (Discipline), and mentors junior Airmen (Teamwork). Her supervisor notes that her actions perfectly embody the Core Values. In this context, what are these specific actions of Duty, Discipline, and Teamwork best described as?
a)Core Values
b)Virtues
c)Commitments
d)Competencies
b) Virtues
Acting as a coach or mentor and focusing on subordinate development is the core of which transformational leadership behavior?
Individual Consideration (IC)
According to effective followership principles, what should you do regarding your family's needs?
Don't forget your family's needs
Which Amendment contains an exception to grand jury indictment for military personnel?
Fifth Amendment
Lt Smith begins spending significant off-duty time with A1C Ryan from his flight. Other Airmen notice that A1C Ryan seems to get preferential treatment and easier assignments. This has caused resentment and a decline in morale. This situation illustrates which primary effect of UPRs?
a)Breakdown in communication between leadership levels
b)Erosion of trust and perceptions of favoritism
c)Decreased operational effectiveness
d)Loss of standards
b)Erosion of trust and perceptions of favoritism
Which USSF Core Value emphasizes a common purpose and embracing diverse perspectives?
Connection
A security forces leader constantly patrols with her Airmen, corrects uniform discrepancies on the spot, and drills them on procedures to ensure they are always met. She rarely waits for an inspector to find a flaw. This leader is demonstrating which transactional leadership behavior?
Management by Exception-Active (MBE-A)
A new policy is implemented in the squadron. TSgt Ford privately complains to his peers about how flawed it is and criticizes the commander's decision. However, during the team meeting to discuss implementation, he remains silent and offers no constructive feedback or alternative solutions. TSgt Ford's behavior is characteristic of a(n)...
Alienated Follower
A state's National Guard unit is called up by the governor to respond to a natural disaster, while a separate active-duty unit on a base in that state operates under the authority of the President. This division and sharing of power between state and national governments is an example of which constitutional provision?
Federalism
5. According to unprofessional relationship policy, when does a subsequent marriage excuse prior fraternization?
Never !
For Guardians, 'Commitments' are the equivalent of what concept for Airmen?
Virtues
Articulating a shared vision and 'talking the talk' to motivate followers aligns with which transformational leadership behavior?
Inspirational Motivation (IM)
SSgt Adams, an exceptional NCO, is asked how she became a good leader. She replies, 'I learned by watching my supervisors, understanding their intent, and figuring out how to best support the mission from my position.' SSgt Adams' experience best illustrates which principle?
To be a good leader, one must first be a good follower.