Motivation and Goal Setting Quiz

What is the origin of the term motivation?

• French

• Spanish

• Greek

• Latin

According to Sage (1977), how is motivation defined?

• A force that confuses action

• A force that impels action

• A force that repels action

• A force that halts action

What are the three types of motivation mentioned in the text?

• Internal, External, Ample

• Intrinsic, Extrinsic, Amotivation

• Personal, Social, Environmental

• Positive, Negative, Neutral

Which type of motivation involves performing an activity for the satisfaction gained from it?

• Environmental motivation

• Amotivation

• Extrinsic motivation

• Intrinsic motivation

What approach to motivation focuses on an individual's personal characteristics?

• Interaction Approach

• Social Approach

• Environmental Approach

• Trait Approach

What is the definition of a goal according to Locke and Latham (2002)?

• A dream

• An objective

• A fantasy

• A wish

What are the benefits associated with goal setting?

• Encouraging people to procrastinate

• Team division

• Decreased performance

• Enhanced performance

Which type of goal is related to the result or outcome of a match or competition?

• Outcome goals

• Performance goals

• Process goals

• Achievement goals

According to Smith (1994), what does the SMARTS principle of goal setting stand for?

• Simple, Measurable, Action-oriented, Realistic, Timely, Self-determined

• Specific, Measurable, Action-oriented, Realistic, Timely, Self-determined

• Structured, Measurable, Action-oriented, Realistic, Timely, Self-determined

• Sensible, Measurable, Action-oriented, Realistic, Timely, Self-determined

What should coaches facilitate a discussion about when setting goals for athletes?

• Why the athlete should quit

• Where the athlete should go on vacation

• How the athlete can achieve their goals

• When the athlete should take a break