Psychology Revision AO1

What is the name of the theory in this image?

• Inverted U Theory

• Optimal Arousal Theory

• Theory of Arousal

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

• 'My opponent is better than me'

• 'I'm not up to this'

• 'I've prepared well for this contest'

Which of the following would you NOT associate with an extrovert

• Shy

• Very talkative

• Socialble on occasions

• Easily Excited

According to the inverted U theory, which of these arousal states is likely to bring about optimal performance level?

• Low Arousal

• Medium Arousal

• High Arousal

Which muscle should a hockey player try to engage to help them control their nervous breathing before a cup final?

• Pectorals

• Diaphragm

• Abdominals

Which of the following is more suited to a introvert?

• Darts

• Football

• Cricket

• Basketball

Which one of the following is correct about aggression?

• Indirect aggression is making contact with an opponent without being seen

• Direct aggression involves physical contact

• Indirect aggression involves physical contact

• Direct aggression is trying to make contact with an opponent, but missing

Which one of the following correctly classifies the skill of passing in netball?

• Closed, basic, self-paced

• Closed, complex, externally-paced

• Open, basic, externally-paced

• Open, complex, self-paced

Which one of the following is a correct definition of aggression?

• The way in which a person behaves

• Intent to harm

• The drive to succeed

• A state of excitement

Which one of the following is NOT a reason for suggesting that intrinsic motivation is more powerful than extrinsic?

• Performers can become too reliant on extrinsic motivation

• Excessive intrinsic motivation can lead to insufficient extrinsic motivation

• Intrinsic motivation is more likely to lead to continued effort

• The overuse of extrinsic motivation can undermine the strength of intrinsic motivation