Sport Psychology – Motivation, Arousal and Confidence Quiz

What is arousal in sport?

• A state of tiredness

• A feeling of physical alertness or excitement

• A feeling of sadness

• A type of motivation

Which body responses are linked to arousal?

• Decreased heart rate

• Slower breathing

• Increased heart rate and rapid breathing

• None of the above

What happens when an athlete is under-aroused?

• They become too excited

• They feel relaxed or drowsy

• They perform at their best

• They make aggressive decisions

Over-arousal often leads to:

Optimal arousal is when:

• An athlete is too nervous

• An athlete is asleep

• An athlete is performing at their peak

• An athlete is unmotivated

The Inverted U Theory suggests:

• High arousal always equals high performance

• Low arousal is ideal for all sports

• Moderate arousal leads to optimal performance

• Arousal doesn’t affect performance

Which sport typically requires lower arousal levels?

• Golf

• Rugby League

• Boxing

• Basketball

Which of the following is a relaxation technique?

• Deep breathing

• Sprinting

• Chanting

• Playing music

What is the purpose of a pre-performance routine?

• To distract the athlete

• To focus attention on controllable actions

• To entertain the crowd

• To increase physical fatigue

An energiser technique can include:

• Negative self-talk

• High knees or team chants

• Sitting quietly

• Progressive relaxation