Quiz: Understanding Workplace Misconduct
Question 1
Which of the following is considered an example of noncompliance with rules and regulations?
a. Theft
b. Harassment of employees
c. Ignoring workplace policies
d. Causing frequent conflict
Answer: c. Ignoring workplace policies
Question 2
What term best describes inappropriate or unwanted behavior towards coworkers?
a. Negligence
b. Harassment
c. Grievous offense
d. Theft
Answer: b. Harassment
Question 3
Which action involves unlawfully taking property belonging to someone else?
a. Uttering offensive language
b. Noncompliance
c. Theft or stealing
d. Negligence
Answer: c. Theft or stealing
Question 4
Using inappropriate or insulting words in the workplace is an example of:
a. Grievous offense
b. Noncompliance
c. Utterance of offensive language
d. Negligence
Answer: c. Utterance of offensive language
Question 5
Failing to properly complete assigned tasks is an example of:
a. Theft
b. Negligence of responsibility
c. Harassment
d. Grievous offense
Answer: b. Negligence of responsibility
Question 6
A person who frequently causes conflict or disturbs others is often labeled as:
a. A troublemaker
b. A harasser
c. A negligent employee
d. An offender
Answer: a. A troublemaker
Question 7
Which of the following is a grievous offense in the workplace?
a. Noncompliance
b. Minor tardiness
c. Physical harm or threats
d. Using offensive language
Answer: c. Physical harm or threats
Question 8
What is the result of consistent noncompliance with workplace rules?
a. Improved employee relations
b. Disciplinary action
c. Promotion opportunities
d. Acknowledgment awards
Answer: b. Disciplinary action
Question 9
Using offensive language can lead to which of the following consequences?
a. A warning or reprimand
b. A promotion
c. A commendation
d. A bonus
Answer: a. A warning or reprimand
Question 10
Which action could damage trust among employees?
a. Harassment or bullying
b. Theft or stealing
c. Noncompliance with safety rules
d. All of the above
Answer: d. All of the above
Question 11
Negligence of responsibility could result in:
a. Workplace efficiency
b. Job security
c. Errors or accidents
d. Employee of the month recognition
Answer: c. Errors or accidents
Question 12
What might frequent conflicts caused by troublemakers result in?
a. A harmonious work environment
b. Disruptions and grievances
c. Leadership opportunities
d. Awards for engagement
Answer: b. Disruptions and grievances
Question 13
Which is NOT an example of grievous offenses?
a. Workplace theft
b. Physical violence
c. Unintentional error
d. Threats to coworkers
Answer: c. Unintentional error
Question 14
Harassment in the workplace can include:
a. Physical aggression
b. Bullying or intimidation
c. Unwanted comments or gestures
d. All of the above
Answer: d. All of the above
Question 15
Which offense could lead to immediate termination in many workplaces?
a. Repeated tardiness
b. Noncompliance with minor rules
c. Grievous offenses like theft or violence
d. Forgetting a task deadline
Answer: c. Grievous offenses like theft or violence
