Taking responsibility for one's work without being told shows which quality?

Correct answer: Initiative

Initiative means taking useful action on one’s own instead of waiting for repeated instructions. A person with initiative notices what needs to be done, accepts responsibility, and begins or organizes the work appropriately. Initiative should still be guided by good judgment; it does not mean ignoring rules or acting carelessly. In a workplace, this quality can save time and show willingness to contribute.

The question says that a person takes responsibility without being told, which is a direct sign of initiative. Therefore, option A is correct. Laziness suggests avoiding work, dependency means needing others to direct or support every step, and unwillingness shows a lack of readiness. The key idea is voluntary, constructive action, not simply doing something without thought.