Republic of the Philippines
Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
MINISTRY OF BASIC, HIGHER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
NANAGUN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Nanagun, Lumbayanague Lanao del Sur
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT
PRELIM EXAMINATION IN ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT
(1ST SEMESTER - AUGUST 19-20)
Name: Score:
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE. Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write the answer after the question.
1. Which of the following best defines an organization?
a. A group of people with the same hobbies b. A random gathering of individuals
c. A team without structure d. A group of individuals working together to achieve common goals
2. Which is NOT a characteristic of an organization?
a. Purpose b. Structure c. People (human resources) d. Absence of hierarchy
3. Management is primarily concerned with:
a. Planning, organizing, leading, controlling b. Working alone without supervision
c. Only controlling workers d. Random decision-making
4. Which function of management involves setting objectives and determining how to achieve them?
a. Planning b. Organizing c. Leading d. Controlling
5. Which level of management focuses on day-to-day operations?
a. Top management b. Middle management c. Lower management d. None of the
above
6. A manager who is good at understanding people has which skill?
a. Technical skill b. Human skill c. Conceptual skill d. Mathematical skill
7. The act of deciding between two or more alternatives is called:
a. Time management b. Delegation c. Decision-making d. Scheduling
8. Which organizational structure has a clear chain of command with direct lines of authority?
a. Line structure b. Functional structure c. Matrix structure d. None of the above
9. Which refers to the number of employees a manager can effectively supervise?
a. Chain of command b. Span of control c. Delegation d. Centralization
10. Which stage of Tuckman’s model is marked by cooperation and productivity?
a. Storming b. Norming c. Performing d. Adjourning
11. Which statement is part of SMART goals?
a. Specific b. Motivational c. Reasonable d. Theoretical
12. Assigning people to specific tasks or departments is known as:
a. Job rotation b. Job specification c. Departmentalization d. Workflow
mapping
13. A document listing the qualifications for a job is called:
a. Job description b. Job specification c. Job rotation plan d. Job analysis
14. Which stage in Tuckman’s model is characterized by conflict?
a. Forming b. Storming c. Norming d. Performing
15. Which motivation theory is based on a hierarchy of needs?
a. Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory b. Maslow’s Theory
c. McGregor’s Theory X and Y d. Equity Theory
16. Which is NOT a factor affecting employee productivity?
a. Motivation b. Rewards c. Lack of training d. Healthy work
environment
17. Which communication type follows official channels?
a. Formal b. Informal c. Nonverbal d. Grapevine
18. Communication that flows from employees to managers is:
a. Downward b. Upward c. Lateral d. Informal
19. Which is a barrier to effective communication?
a. Clear language b. Noise c. Feedback d. Understanding
20. Herzberg’s theory classifies factors into:
a. Physical and mental b. Motivators and hygiene factors
c. Rewards and punishments d. Needs and wants
II. IDENTIFICATION. Write the correct answer on the blank. Write the answer after each question.
_______________ 21. A group of people working together to achieve common goals.
_______________ 22. This is the first step in setting an organization.
_______________ 23. The level of management that oversees day-to-day operations.
_______________ 24. Skills that involve working well with others.
_______________ 25. Choosing the best alternative from several options.
_______________ 26. The number of people a manager can effectively supervise.
_______________ 27. Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound goals.
_______________ 28. Grouping jobs into departments.
_______________ 29. A document describing the duties and responsibilities of a position.
_______________ 30. A document stating the qualifications needed for a job.
_______________ 31. The first stage of Tuckman’s model.
_______________ 32. The stage in Tuckman’s model with high productivity and cooperation.
_______________ 33. Motivation theory based on a hierarchy of needs.
______________ 34. Motivation theory that divides factors into motivators and hygiene factors.
______________ 35. Motivation theory that categorizes employees as Theory X or Theory Y.
______________ 36. Communication that flows from employees to managers.
______________ 37. An obstacle that interferes with the transmission of a message.
______________ 38. The ideal future state an organization wants to achieve.
______________ 39. Flow of communication between employees on the same level.
______________ 40. A visual representation of the sequence of work processes.
III. TRUE OR FALSE. Write T if the statement is correct, F if not. Write the answer on the line provided.
_______ 41. An organization always exists without a clear purpose.
_______ 42. Planning is the first function of management.
_______ 43. Top management handles day-to-day operations.
_______ 44. Technical skills are more important for lower-level managers.
_______ 45. Decision-making is part of management functions.
_______ 46. Line structure has a direct chain of command.
_______ 47. Span of control refers to the number of managers in a company.
_______ 48. Centralization means power is distributed to lower levels.
_______ 49. Strategic planning is focused only on short-term actions.
_______ 50. Job description and job specification are the same.
_______ 51. The "storming" stage of Tuckman’s model is characterized by conflict.
_______ 52. Maslow’s theory includes self-actualization as the highest need.
_______ 53. Herzberg’s hygiene factors can motivate employees to work harder.
_______ 54. Formal communication is always verbal.
_______ 55. Downward communication flows from managers to employees.
_______ 56. Noise can be a barrier to communication.
_______ 57. Lateral communication occurs between employees at different levels.
_______ 58. A flowchart is used to map workflows.
_______ 59. Departmentalization divides work into specific categories.
_______ 60. In a functional structure, employees are grouped based on skills.
IV. ENUMERATION. Write the correct items for each number. Write the answer after each
question.
(61-64)- Four functions of management. (65-67)- Three levels of management.
61. 65.
62. 66.
63. 67.
64.
Five criteria of SMART goals. Two components of job analysis.
68. 73.
69. 74.
70. Two factors in Herzberg’s theory.
71. 75.
72. 76.
Five stages of Tuckman’s model. Three levels of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.
77. 82
78. 83.
79. 84.
80. Two assumptions in McGregor’s theory.
81. 85.
Three communication flows. 86.
87.
88.
89.
Test V. Remembering
(90-100)- Name a reporter/s whom you cannot forget what you have learned from her/him discussion or
report. Provide the title she/he had reported.
Name:_______________________________
Report Title:_________________________________
Good Luck Babies!
Prepared by: FAHMIAH H. ABDULLAH, LPT
