Sports Pyschology Questions

Question 1

Which one of the following is not a skill classification?

Answer 1

Extrinsic feedback is not a skill classification.

Question 2

Who one of these does the a in smart target technique for goal setting stand for?

Answer 2

Accepted is the a in smart.

Question 3

Which one of the following is an example of intrinsic motivation?

Answer 3

I want to beat my personal best today.

Question 4

Describe a sport particularly suited to an extrovert.

Answer 4

Football.

Question 5

Describe a sport suited to an introvert.

Answer 5

Tennis.

Question 6

What is manual guidance?

Answer 6

Manual Guidance is where the coach physically helps you perform the skill.

Question 7

Which option uses manual guidance?

Answer 7

Performers are supported completing the skill.

Question 8

Briefly explain why this technique would be beneficial to him.

Answer 8

This would get him motivated to complete the skill but it would also mean that he knows how he is going to complete the high jump.

Question 9

Give an example of the positive self-talk a goalkeeper might use before a penalty shoot out in football.

Answer 9

I can save this.

Question 10

Identify the type of aggression being used.

Answer 10

Physical aggression is being used.

Question 11

Name using examples, two types of extrinsic motivation an elite footballer may receive.

Answer 11

Prizes, money and praise.

Question 12

State two factors that could affect the engagement pattern of age and justify your choice.

Answer 12

• The nature of the sport.

- Accessibility.

Question 13

Which of the following is an example of aggression in sport?

Answer 13

D

Question 14

Which of the following is a stress management technique?

Answer 14

Shallow breathing.

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of positive self talk?

Answer 15

Just keep calm and you will make this shot.

Question 16

Which of the following is a characteristic of an extrovert.

Answer 16

Enjoys interaction with others.

Question 17

Which of the following is an example of extrinsic intangible motivation?

Answer 17

Cheers from the audience.

Question 18

Define the term open skill.

Answer 18

An open skill is one that is affected by the surrounding environment.

Question 19

Classify the following on a continuum.

Answer 19

Overhead kick:
- Complex.

Free kick:
Basic.

Question 20

Explain one reason why outcome goals may not be motivating.

Answer 20

• They may not focus on the performance.

- You do not always have control over the outcome.

Question 21

State why targets should be measurable.

Answer 21

You can measure whether the target has been achieved and it means that you know where you are.

Question 22

What does the letter r of smart stand for?

Answer 22

Realistic.

Question 23

State one disadvantage of verbal guidance.

Answer 23

• If demonstration is poor, incorrect movement can be learned.

Question 24

Identify the type of aggression being used.

Answer 24

Direct aggression.

Question 25

Explain two reasons why introverts may prefer to play sports such as archery compared to team sports.

Answer 25

• They tend to play sports that require concentration and precision.
• They require low arousal.

Question 26

Name two types of extrinsic motivation an elite footballer may receive.

Answer 26

• Money.

- Trophies.

Question 27

State the difference between manual and mechanical guidance.

Answer 27

Manual:
This is where the coach physically supports or moves the performer to help them get into the correct position.

Mechanical:
This is where the coach uses equipment to support the performer to help them with the technique.

Question 28

Describe the type of guidance you identified in part a.

Answer 28

Manual guidance is where the coach physically supports the performer in helping them get into the correct position.

Question 29

Which one of the following performers would need the highest level of arousal to be at optimum levels for performance

Answer 29

An experienced rugby player about to tackle an opponent.

Question 30

Define the term imagery.

Answer 30

Imagery is visualising yourself playing well.

Question 31

State when a performer would use mental rehearsal.

Answer 31

Before a game.

Question 32

Which one of the following is an example of positive self-talk?

Answer 32

Just keep calm and you will make this shot.