HSC PDHPE Core 2:Psychology and Performance Quiz

What is the primary goal of understanding how psychology affects performance?

• To understand the biology of athletes

• To enhance performance through psychological strategies

• To predict the outcomes of sports events

• To improve physical strength

What are the two main types of motivation discussed?

• Direct and indirect

• Internal and external

• Positive and negative

• Intrinsic and extrinsic

How does positive motivation differ from negative motivation?

• Positive motivation is based on rewards, while negative is based on punishments

• Positive motivation comes from external sources, while negative comes from within

• Positive motivation is always intrinsic, while negative is extrinsic

• There is no significant difference between the two

Which type of motivation is defined by external rewards or punishments?

• Negative

• Positive

• Extrinsic

• Intrinsic

How does intrinsic motivation primarily differ from extrinsic motivation?

• Intrinsic is less effective than extrinsic

• Intrinsic cannot be influenced, while extrinsic can

• Intrinsic comes from within the athlete, while extrinsic comes from external sources

• Intrinsic is always positive, while extrinsic can be negative

In the context of sports, why is it important to understand the situational nature of motivation?

• To focus solely on intrinsic motivation

• To eliminate negative motivation completely

• To ensure athletes are always positively motivated

• To apply the correct form of motivation in different scenarios

What is an example of positive extrinsic motivation?

• Self-satisfaction from a good performance

• Enjoying the game

• Winning a medal

• Receiving a monetary reward

How can negative intrinsic motivation manifest in an athlete?

• Losing a game

• Self-criticism after a poor performance

• Receiving criticism from a coach

• Being substituted for poor performance

What is an example of negative extrinsic motivation?

• Not enjoying the sport

• Losing a match

• Being yelled at by a coach for poor performance

• Feeling disappointed in oneself

Why is motivation considered contextual in nature within sports?

• Because it changes with the situation

• Because it depends on the athlete's personality

• All of the above

• Because it varies from one sport to another