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Civil Air Patrol Leadership Test Billy
Mitchell Questions and Answers
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why does America need leadership? ✔✔so that it has the people to make it exist
what do warriors defend? ✔✔their personal honor
what is the Air Force's definition of a "warrior"? ✔✔tough-mindedness and tireless motivation
what are hallmarks of the warrior spirit? ✔✔clear conscience, good reputation, an environment of trust and respect
what are benefits of having warrior spirit? ✔✔you are emotionally and spiritually ready for challenges when they come.
self-awareness ✔✔the ability to monitor and judge your own reactions
self-discipline ✔✔the ability to direct your thoughts, emotions, and actions toward a meaningful purpose.
attitude ✔✔the state of mind that lies behind your every action
you _____ your attitude ✔✔choose
attitude is _____ ✔✔contagious
oath ✔✔a solemn promise
customs and courtesies are not a mark of _____ ✔✔inferiority
the root of all military customs and courtesies are ____ ✔✔small, but important expressions of politeness and respect
inferiority ✔✔weakness
what does jumping the chain mean? ✔✔taking the issue to a high-level leader without consulting immediate superiors
self-management ✔✔the process of directing and controlling you actions so you can achieve your goals in life
future picture ✔✔a clear and compelling description of what you want your life to look like in at some point in the future
goals ✔✔the destinations you hope to reach at the end of your journey
the reason for the goal setting process ✔✔it gives you a sense of the mission, a rudder, a meaningful purpose
the goal setting process ✔✔1. dream Big
- identify a specific goal and write it down
- list the steps needed to reach the goal
- get help and support from others
- work toward your goal one step at a time
- reward yourself along the way and when you complete your goal
Leaders should _____ when they make decisions ✔✔follow a process
why should leaders follow a process when they make decisions? ✔✔it helps ensure that they won't forget an important aspect of your problem
7 steps used in the ethical decision-making process ✔✔1. stop, think, and define the problem
- get the facts
- brainstorm and list your options
- weigh your options
- consider your values
- decide and act
- re-evaluate the decision
the ethical trap ✔✔leader's original solution ends up making the situation worse
5 ways to overcome procrastination ✔✔1. Consider your peace of mind
- Break the job into small pieces
- Jump right in
- Publicly commit to the work
- Use rewards
tools useful in managing time ✔✔1. Keep a calendar
- Wear a watch
- Keep a notepad
- Create "Do Lists"
- Make a time inventory
- Allow for flexibility and fun
stress ✔✔the body's response to change
positive stress ✔✔in a time of danger, stress gets your adrenaline going so you can move quickly to dodge a harmful threat
negative stress ✔✔if stress is left unchecked, it becomes a destructive force that will harm your body, paralyze your efforts, and drive your towards dangerous behaviors
stressor ✔✔something that causes stress
why are young people more prone to stress than adults? ✔✔it is common for teens to believe minor stressors are major problems
resilience ✔✔the ability to bounce back and recover from adversity
7 steps used to manage stress ✔✔1. Try to resolve the problem
- Avoid things that bring you down
- Let some things go
- Exercise
- Relax
- Eat well
- Sleep well
synergy ✔✔the idea that by working together the team can achieve more than each individual could on their own
the 4 characteristics of good team players ✔✔1. Self-discipline
- Selflessness
- Enthusiasm
- Loyalty
mentor ✔✔is a close, trusted, experienced adviser
5 ways mentors help cadets ✔✔1. Are role models
- Challenge you
- Are your friends
- Are your guides
- Are your tutors
what do you need to become mentor-ready? ✔✔1. Be eager to learn
- Be humble
- Be ambitious
the biggest problem with communication is ____ ✔✔the illustration that it has taken place
What is the most neglected communication skill? ✔✔listening
listening ✔✔The process of receiving, deciphering, and responding to spoken and non-verbal messages
listening vs. hearing ✔✔Listening is Active
Hearing is Passive
reasons people might not listen well ✔✔1. Thinking about what they are going to say next
- Hearing what they expect to hear
- Not paying attention
- Being prejudiced
ways to become an active listener ✔✔1. Prepare
take notes ✔✔To summarize the speaker's main points
confirm the message ✔✔Respond in a way the reflects your best understanding of their message
the main goal of communication is ___ ✔✔to share meaning
Why is feedback important? ✔✔so that the speaker knows you have received and understood the message
3 levels of questions ✔✔1. Knowledge questions
- Understanding questions
- Synthesis questions
knowledge questions ✔✔"what"
understanding questions ✔✔"why"
synthesis questions ✔✔"how"
what is one of the best ways to become a leader? ✔✔to read widely
critical reading ✔✔the process of examining, analyzing, and evaluating the writer's message
the SQ3R method ✔✔1. Survey
- Question
- Read
- Recall
- Review
Air Force's definition of leadership ✔✔the art and science of influencing and directing people to accomplish the assigned mission
the first component of the Air Force's definition of leadership ✔✔...art and science...: requires imagination and creative skill
- Leaders are not bullies
- Leadership must be moral
Culture ✔✔the attitudes, customs, and values of a civilization influences how we approach leadership
in America our society is built on ____ ✔✔democratic values
Roles leaders must play ✔✔1. Visionary
- Motivator
- Communicator
- Expert
- Teacher
Visionary ✔✔a. Paint an inspiring future picture for the whole team
b. Billy Mitchell: His vision called for creating an independent air force that would not be subject to the Army or Navy.
Motivator ✔✔a. Motivation is more than just cheering, it comes in many forms: money, praise, a prestigious position, awards, special privileges, and more
b. John F. Kennedy: Kennedy motivated by setting an audacious goal. Landing a person on the moon.
audacious ✔✔the willingness to take bold risks
Communicator ✔✔a. Wanting to take an idea in his or her mind and deposit it in the minds of others
b. Martian Luther King: "I have a dream..."
Expert ✔✔a. Possessing expert knowledge helps a leader establish their credibility and win respect
b. Jimmy Doolittle: he devised a method for launching Army Air Force bombers from a Navy aircraft carrier
Teacher ✔✔a. Leaders teach their teams how to act and what to value
b. Anne Sullivan: "Obedience," she wrote, "is the gateway through which knowledge and love enter the mind of a child."
7 major responsibilities of NCO ✔✔1. Epitomize the Core Values
- Guide, Instruct, and Mentor
- Support the Leader
- Reward People
- Correct People
- Career Counsel
- Keep Learning
epitomize ✔✔to be a perfect example of
a NCO is ____ ✔✔a 1st line supervisor
1st line supervisors ____ ✔✔someone who insures junior members of a team accomplish the mission
Air Force's 3 requirements for NCO readiness ✔✔1. Technical Readiness
- Physical Readiness
- Mental Readiness
servant leadership is ____ ✔✔when the leader sees himself or herself primarily as a servant of the team
why serve 1st and lead 2nd? ✔✔is the new leader's vaccine against becoming self-centered or a bully
coaching ____ ✔✔is the process through which leaders try to solve performance problems and develop their people
elements of successful coaching ✔✔1. Dialogue
- Empowerment
- Action
- Improvement
8 coaching techniques ✔✔a. Mirroring
b. Questioning
c. Active listening
