Scrum Masters

Question 1

What is one way the Scrum Master serves the Scrum Team?

Answer 1

Coaching the team members in self-management and cross-functionality

This involves guiding team members to take ownership of their work and collaborate effectively.

Question 2

What is the Scrum Master’s role regarding the Definition of Done?

Answer 2

Helping the Scrum Team focus on creating high-value Increments that meet the Definition of Done

Ensures that the team produces work that meets agreed-upon standards.

Question 3

How does the Scrum Master assist in the team’s progress?

Answer 3

Causing the removal of impediments to the Scrum Team’s progress

This involves identifying and addressing obstacles that hinder the team’s performance.

Question 4

What is the Scrum Master’s responsibility during Scrum events?

Answer 4

Ensuring that all Scrum events take place and are positive, productive, and kept within the timebox

This includes facilitating meetings like Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, and Sprint Review.

Question 5

What technique does the Scrum Master help the Product Owner with?

Answer 5

Finding techniques for effective Product Goal definition and Product Backlog management

This ensures that the Product Owner can clearly articulate objectives and manage tasks effectively.

Question 6

What does the Scrum Master help the Scrum Team understand?

Answer 6

The need for clear and concise Product Backlog items

Clear backlog items enhance understanding and improve workflow.

Question 7

In what way does the Scrum Master facilitate product planning?

Answer 7

Helping establish empirical product planning for a complex environment

Empirical planning relies on observation and experimentation to guide decisions.

Question 8

How does the Scrum Master facilitate collaboration?

Answer 8

Facilitating stakeholder collaboration as requested or needed

This encourages communication between stakeholders and the Scrum Team.

Question 9

What is one way the Scrum Master serves the organization?

Answer 9

Leading, training, and coaching the organization in its Scrum adoption

This helps the organization effectively implement Scrum practices.

Question 10

What does the Scrum Master do regarding Scrum implementations?

Answer 10

Planning and advising Scrum implementations within the organization

This ensures that Scrum is adapted to fit the organizational context.

Question 11

How does the Scrum Master support employees and stakeholders?

Answer 11

Helping employees and stakeholders understand and enact an empirical approach for complex work

This promotes a culture of learning and adaptation.

Question 12

What is the Scrum Master’s role in removing barriers?

Answer 12

Removing barriers between stakeholders and Scrum Teams

This fosters better communication and collaboration.

Question 13

The Scrum Master uses their knowledge and experience with Scrum as well as a host of other skills and knowledge. True or False?

Answer 13

True

Their multifaceted expertise enhances their effectiveness in the role.

Question 14

A SCRUM MASTER: change Agent

Answer 14

Drives change at the
team and organizational level

Question 15

A SCRUM MASTER: WORKS ACROSS THE
ORGANIZATION

Question 16

A SCRUM MASTER:

Answer 16

Engages the whole organization including management and leadership

Question 17

A SCRUM MASTER: CREATES
TRANSPARENCY

Answer 17

Fosters a shared understanding of the
work and goals of the Scrum Team and stakeholders

Question 18

A SCRUM MASTER: EMPOWERS SELF-MANAGEMENT

Answer 18

Helps Scrum Teams to become more effective at making decisions

Question 19

A SCRUM MASTER: IS EMPIRICALLY FOCUSED

Answer 19

Promotes ongoing inspection and adaptation based on measurable goals

Question 20

A SCRUM MASTER: KNOWS MORE
THAN SCRUM

Answer 20

Has a strong understanding of different
complimentary practices and agile
techiques

Question 21

A SCRUM MASTER: IS ACCOUNTABLE FOR SCRUM TEAM EFFECTIVENESS

Answer 21

Ensures value is delivered every Sprint

Question 22

A SCRUM MASTER: IS A TEAM BUILDER

Answer 22

Brings people together to drive collective success

Question 23

A SCRUM MASTER: IS A LEADER

Answer 23

Inspires and influences
others to work toward a
common goal

Question 24

A SCRUM MASTER:TAKES APPROPRIATE
STANCES

Answer 24

Takes on the correct persona and techniques for the situation at hand
(Facilitator, Coach, Manager, Mentor, Teacher)

Question 25

What is the primary role of a Scrum Master?

Answer 25

To act as a servant-leader and empower the Scrum Team ## Footnote The Scrum Master facilitates the team's needs and removes obstacles to create a thriving environment.

Question 26

How does the Scrum Master differ from traditional managers?

Answer 26

The Scrum Master does not exercise authority or make decisions; they facilitate and empower the team ## Footnote Unlike traditional managers, Scrum Masters focus on the process rather than product decisions.

Question 27

What is one of the essential responsibilities of the Scrum Master?

Answer 27

To enable the Scrum Team to improve its practices continuously within the Scrum framework ## Footnote This includes fostering an environment of continuous improvement.

Question 28

True or False: The Scrum Master is part of the decision-making process regarding the product.

Answer 28

False ## Footnote The Scrum Master focuses on the process and adherence to the Scrum framework.

Question 29

What unique perspective does the Scrum Master have that allows them to coach other levels of the organization?

Answer 29

A thorough understanding of Agile and Scrum principles ## Footnote This enables them to bring about cultural shifts within the organization.

Question 30

Fill in the blank: The Scrum Master promotes the _______ and principles as defined in the Scrum Guide.

Answer 30

[Scrum values] ## Footnote They ensure everyone involved understands and embraces these core tenets.

Question 31

What dynamic does the Scrum Master create within the team?

Answer 31

Collaboration, communication, and self-organization ## Footnote This is crucial for the team's effectiveness.

Question 32

What does the Scrum Master's focus on process and improvement drive?

Answer 32

The success of Scrum in delivering value to the organization ## Footnote Without a Scrum Master, teams may struggle to implement Scrum principles effectively.

Question 33

What is the significance of the Scrum Master accountability in Agile development?

Answer 33

It fosters a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and adaptability ## Footnote This empowers the team to deliver higher-quality products efficiently.

Question 34

True or False: The Scrum Master holds a formal managerial position.

Answer 34

False ## Footnote They are not traditional managers but serve as facilitators and coaches.

Question 35

How does the Scrum Master contribute to the Scrum Team's environment?

Answer 35

By removing obstacles and creating a thriving environment ## Footnote This helps the team to work without unnecessary impediments.

Question 36

What makes the Scrum Master accountability seem 'weirdly indispensable'?

Answer 36

Its uniqueness defies traditional organizational structures, promoting effective teamwork ## Footnote This peculiarity is what enables Scrum to be effective.

Question 37

What is the primary responsibility of a Scrum Master?

Answer 37

Ensuring Scrum is understood and enacted by the Scrum Team

Question 38

What role does a Scrum Master play in relation to the Scrum Team?

Answer 38

Servant Leader

Question 39

How does a Scrum Master help those outside the Scrum Team?

Answer 39

By clarifying which interactions are helpful and which aren’t

Question 40

What is one key characteristic of a great Scrum Master?

Answer 40

Awareness of different stances and when to apply them

Question 41

List three roles that a Scrum Master fulfills.

Answer 41

* Facilitator * Coach * Conflict navigator

Question 42

What does a great Scrum Master do regarding team involvement?

Answer 42

Involves the team in setting up the process

Question 43

What are Tuckman's stages of team development?

Answer 43

* Forming * Storming * Norming * Performing * Adjourning

Question 44

True or False: A great Scrum Master believes principles are less important than practices.

Answer 44

False

Question 45

What book by Patrick Lencioni should a great Scrum Master have read?

Answer 45

The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team

Question 46

What is the acronym RE-TRAINED in relation to a great Scrum Master?

Answer 46

* Resourceful * Enabling * Tactful * Respected * Alternative * Inspiring * Nurturing * Empathic * Disruptive

Question 47

Fill in the blank: A great Scrum Master encourages _______ of their process.

Answer 47

ownership

Question 48

What is the significance of 'The Smell of the Place' in Scrum?

Answer 48

It relates to the impact a Scrum Master can have on organizational culture

Question 49

How does a great Scrum Master view team failure?

Answer 49

Allows it occasionally for valuable lessons

Question 50

What does a great Scrum Master do to maintain sprint rhythm?

Answer 50

Creates and maintains a steady sprint rhythm

Question 51

What is one method a great Scrum Master uses to resolve team conflict?

Answer 51

Applies different activities to resolve it

Question 52

What is the role of silence in a Scrum Master’s practice?

Answer 52

To listen actively and understand unspoken issues

Question 53

What should a great Scrum Master possess in terms of retrospective formats?

Answer 53

A backpack full of different retrospective formats

Question 54

What is the importance of professional coaching for a Scrum Master?

Answer 54

Helps guide team members and close the gap between thinking and doing

Question 55

True or False: A great Scrum Master is always actively present during team sessions.

Answer 55

False

Question 56

What partnership is crucial for a great Scrum Master?

Answer 56

With the Product Owner

Question 57

What does a great Scrum Master do to allow leadership to thrive?

Answer 57

Encourages everyone in the team to adopt a leadership attitude

Question 58

What additional methodologies should a great Scrum Master be familiar with?

Answer 58

* XP * Kanban * Lean

Question 59

What is an essential trait of a great Scrum Master in terms of facilitation?

Answer 59

Has facilitation as second nature

Question 60

What is a key outcome of the Scrum events facilitated by a great Scrum Master?

Answer 60

They are enjoyable, well-prepared, and have a clear outcome

Question 61

What is the main reason for the Scrum Master to be at the Daily Scrum?

Answer 61

He or she does not have to be there; he or she only has to ensure the Developers have a Daily Scrum. The Scrum Master teaches the Developers to keep the Daily Scrum within the 15-minute time-box.

Question 62

Who is responsible for ensuring that all Scrum events take place and are positive, productive, and kept within the timebox?

Answer 62

The Scrum Master

Question 63

How often should the Scrum Team membership change?

Answer 63

As needed while taking into account a short-term reduction in productivity

Question 64

What are the two primary ways a Scrum Master keeps a Scrum Team working at its highest level of productivity?

Answer 64

By causing the removal of impediments to the Scrum Team’s progress By coaching the team members in self-management and cross-functionality

Question 65

Scrum Master participates in the Sprint Retrospective as a:

Answer 65

Peer team member