Organizational (Corporate) Culture Quiz by Shubhrata Shrestha | Aug 25, 2025 | 0 comments Organizational (Corporate) Culture Quiz 1. Which of the following best defines organizational culture? A) The financial position of a company B) The shared values, beliefs, and behaviors within a firm C) The legal framework of the business D) The technology used by the organization None 2. In Charles Handy’s model, which culture is symbolized by “Zeus” and emphasizes central power and quick decisions? A) Role culture B) Person culture C) Power culture D) Task culture None 3. Which determinant of culture refers to whether a firm has a flat or tall structure? A) Rewards B) Organizational structure C) Sanctions D) Nature of the business None 4. A law firm that prioritizes autonomy for its professionals is most likely to have which Handy culture? A) Task culture B) Role culture C) Power culture D) Person culture None 5. Which is NOT a likely consequence of cultural clashes? A) Reduced employee morale B) Increased efficiency and productivity C) High staff turnover D) Resistance to change None 6. In mergers and acquisitions, culture clashes typically occur because: A) The dominant culture always disappears B) The combining firms may have very different values and systems C) Employees are automatically motivated D) Leadership becomes irrelevant None 7. Which acronym is used to remember the determinants of organizational culture? A) SMART B) PEST C) NORMS© D) SWOT None 8. In Handy’s “Apollo” culture, the organization is characterized by: A) High autonomy and creativity B) Bureaucracy, rules, and stability C) Centralized authority D) Project-based teamwork None 9. Which determinant of culture can lead to resentment if rules are too strict or slackness if rules are too weak? A) Rewards B) Sanctions C) Management styles D) Nature of the business None 10. A new CEO arrives and shifts the company from a collaborative to a more authoritarian environment. This is an example of: A) Technological innovation B) Leadership’s impact on culture C) A role culture D) Market segmentation None Time's up Submit a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ
