Sport Phsychology 2

Question 1

Skill

Answer 1

A learned cation with the intention of bringing about a pre-determined result.

Question 2

Ability

Answer 2

An inherited stable trait that determines an individuals potential to acquire more skills.

Question 3

Basic skill

Answer 3

Requires few decisions and little concentration, can be learnt fairly quickly as a beginner.

Question 4

Example of a basic skill

Answer 4

Walking, jogging, throwing/catching

Question 5

Complex skill

Answer 5

Requires much decision making, can be taught after mastery of basic skills. Takes considerable time to master correctly.

Question 6

Example of complex skill

Answer 6

High jump

Question 7

Open skill

Answer 7

A skill performed to deal with a changing/ unstable environment.

Question 8

Example of open skill

Answer 8

Football pass

Question 9

Closed skill

Answer 9

A skill unaffected by external factors

Question 10

Example of closed skill

Answer 10

Darts

Question 11

Self paced skill

Answer 11

The skill is started when a performer decides. Speed, rate and pace are controlled throughout.

Question 12

Example of a self-paced skill

Answer 12

High jump, long jump

Question 13

Externally paced skill

Answer 13

The skill is started due to external factors and is controlled by these throughout.

Question 14

Example of externally-paced skill

Answer 14

Football passing

Question 15

Gross skill

Answer 15

Skill that uses large muscle groups to perform big, strong, powerful movements.

Question 16

Example of gross skill

Answer 16

Rugby tackle

Question 17

Fine skill

Answer 17

A skill involving small, precise movements, showing high levels of accuracy and coordination. Involves use of small groups of muscles.

Question 18

Example of a fine skill

Answer 18

Archery, darts