Board Governance Knowledge Quiz
Test your knowledge of board governance principles and best practices.
Full Name
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First Name
Last Name
Email Address
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example@example.com
Which of the following best describes the primary responsibility of a board of directors?
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Setting organizational strategy
Managing day-to-day operations
Fundraising only
Handling employee grievances
A conflict of interest occurs when a board member:
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Acts in the best interest of the organization
Has a personal or financial interest in a board decision
Attends all board meetings
Votes against a proposal
Which of the following is NOT typically a duty of a board member?
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Duty of Care
Duty of Loyalty
Duty of Obedience
Duty of Employment
Select all areas where a board of directors typically provides oversight:
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Financial management
Strategic planning
Staff hiring and firing
Compliance with laws and regulations
Other
True or False: Board members are legally liable for the actions of the organization.
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True
False
How often should a board of directors typically meet?
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Monthly
Quarterly
Annually
As needed only
Rate your confidence in understanding your responsibilities as a board member.
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Not confident
1
2
3
4
Very confident
5
1 is Not confident, 5 is Very confident
Scenario: A board member owns a company that wants to contract with the organization. What should the board member do?
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Disclose the conflict and abstain from voting
Vote for the contract
Ignore the conflict
Resign from the board
What additional topics would you like to see covered in future board governance training?
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