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WorksheetsSport Psych Final Prep
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 3hrs 30mins
"Great leaders are born, not made." This statement is an example of which approach to leadership?
situational
trait
behavioral
trait-behavioral
The definition of leadership usually seen in the literature is
being a positive role model
the process of keeping a group working together without conflicts
the behavioral process of influencing individuals and groups toward set goals
the process of creating change in groups and individuals
Which of these is true regarding antecedents of coaches' expectations and values?
There are cross-cultural variations in coaching behaviors.
Coaches high in extrinsic motivation tend to be more autonomous in their decision making.
Division I athletes thought their coaches were more supportive than Division III athletes.
Which of these is NOT an essential characteristic of leadership development in sport?
good rapport with people
strong work ethic
development of high skills
strong relationship with parents
Which of these is NOT a component of transformational leadership?
inspirational motivation
idealized influence
intellectual stimulation
independent thought
It uses principles from psychology to study human behavior in sport to enhance performance.
Sport History
Sport Psychology
Sport Philosophy
Sport Science
Encompasses the managerial aspects of sport and sport enterprise.
Sport Pedagogy
Sport Medicine
Sport History
Sport Management
In accordance with this philosophical approach, coaches would select training techniques based on the scientific evidence of their effectiveness, and would use a systematic, progressive approach in designing practices.
Idealism
Naturalism
Existentialism
Realism
The mind interprets events and creates reality; truth and values are absolute and universally shared.
Idealism
Realism
Pragmatism
Existentialism
Reality and life consider humans to be of primary importance personal growth, self actualization, and the development of value emphasized.
Pragmatism
Humanism
Existentialism
Idealism
Can help members of our field design sound research approaches or organize facts to document the contribution of physical activity to well-being.
Logic
Ethics
Realism
Axiology
This approach can help us define the nature of the discipline (i.e., body of knowledge) of physical education, exercise science, and sport.
Metaphysics
Axiology
Epistemology
Logic
Research on empathy in coaches and athletes found
coaches were more capable than athletes in inferring feelings of closeness
coaches of individual sport teams were more accurate in predicting athlete feelings about the relationship than team sport coaches
coaches' empathy was improved with more exposure to each athlete
b and c
In a study investigating verbal and nonverbal feedback used by coaches in practice and competition, results found
verbal and nonverbal feedback was about 50% each during practice
verbal and nonverbal feedback was about 50% for competition
verbal feedback increased to 75% during competition
What are the 4 original stages of the model?
Storming
Performing
Forming
Moarning
Norming
Which stage does the following characteristic belong to? "There is general respect for the leader and leadership responsibilities are now shared amongst the team"
Forming
Storming
Norming
Performing
Which stage does the following characteristic belong to? "Team members attempt to establish themselves and their position in relation to other team members and the leader"
Forming
Storming
Norming
Performing
Sam is in a group but he believes the group is doing okay without his input so chooses not to contribute. This example of social loafing can best be described as?
sucker effect
Social Loafing
_______ is the team's result e.g. the actual score of the game, quality of skill, intensity of work rate on the day.
Actual productivity
Potential productivity
Faulty processes
_______ is the team's best possible performance depending on how individuals perform physically, mentally, technically and tactically on the day.
Actual productivity
Potential productivity
Faulty processes
An _____ group is required to work together and ensure co-ordination to ensure that they achieve their goal.
Interactive
Co-Active
Motivation
is a key concept in sport psychology
refers to the drive within us to behave in a particular way to achieve our goals
can be intrinsic or extrinsic
all of the above
The self-determination theory makes the distinction between the following two factors of motivation
strength and control
quality and quantity
desire and need
autonomy and competence
When an athlete feels in control of their behaviour, experiences success, and feels accepted and valued by their coach and teammates, they will demonstrate a more positive mindset.
In this example the three psychological needs of _____, _____ and _____ are met.
autonomy, competence, relatedness
skills, competence, friendship
relationships, self-determination, values
intrinsic, extrinsic, amotivation
Meeting the psychological need to learn and master skills refers to
autonomy
competence
relatedness
none of the above
Extrinsic motivation is
a type of motivation driven by internal factors.
a type of motivation driven by external factors.
a type of amotivation.
at the lower end of the motivation continuum.
A desire to be popular is an example of which type of motivation?
intrinsic motivation
amotivation
self motivation
extrinsic motivation
Extrinsic motivation can be a very strong motivator, but there are limits to its effectiveness because
an individual may no longer be motivated by something they've already attained.
the extrinsic motivator may be externally controlled
if the extrinsic motivator is taken away, the athlete may lose motivation
all of the above
Athletes who have a strong sense of autonomy, competence and relatedness are more likely to experience
amotivation
extrinsic motivation
intrinsic motivation
True of false:
An athlete likely only requires extrinsic motivation to become a champion.
True
False
Intrinsic motivation causes you to engage in behaviour because
it is personally rewarding
you can receive an award
you feel like you must do something
none of the above
According to Freud, which parts of the personality are constantly in conflict?
Id and Ego
Ego and Superego
Id and Superego
Obsessive preoccupation with the perceived consequences of losing is the:
Fear of success
Learned effectiveness
The Perfectionist
Fear of failure
An outcome (ego) orientated person is motivated how?
intrinsically
extrinsically
The ................ theory believes people's personality consistent in all situations
trait
social learning
interactionist
all of these
focuses on technique. The HOW of sports
Process
Performance
Outcome
focus on improving and attaining personal performance standards. The WHAT of sports
Process
Performance
Outcome
focus on results and social comparison. The WHY of sports
Process
Performance
Outcome
Sport psychology examines how psychology can affect performance in sports
True
False
What is Definition of Personality?
There are huge differences among us in the ways
we think, feel and behave in response to particular
situations.
Personality represents those characteristics of the
person that account for consistent patterns of
behaviour’
Which is NOT a Factors that influence “Personality”?
Genetic make-up
Past experience
Rewards
The nature of situation
What is Extroversion refer to?
how emotionally stable they are
how lively, sociable
and impulsive a person is.
Trait, Narrow, Internal and External are all types of what?
Motivation
Sports
Focus and Concentration
Personalities
Focusing on performance (as opposed to outcome) goals during competition has been shown to be associated with _____ anxiety and _____ performance.
more;poorer
less; superior
less; poorer
none of these
Having a goal to win the race is an example of a(n) _____ goal, whereas having a goal to "improve my best time" is an example of a(n) ______ goal.
outcome; performance
process; outcome
outcome; ego-oriented
subjective; objective
Which of these is true regarding goal-setting practices of high school and collegiate coaches?
The most important part of goal commitment is goal specificity.
Coaches were consistent in writing down their goals.
The only disadvantage noted was setting goals unrealistically high.
Individual loss of motivation in a team player due to lack of performance identification when individual efforts are not recognised.
Social Cohesion
Social Facilitation
Social Inhibition
Social Loafing
The tendency for individuals to work together to achieve their goals, the forces that keep the group members on task.
Task Cohesion
Social Facilitation
Social Inhibition
Social Loafing
When group performance decreases with group size.
Social Cohesion
Social Facilitation
Social Inhibition
Ringelmann Effect
The process by which a group is consistently developing an changing when interaction takes place.
Group Cohesion
Group Dynamics
Group Processes
Leadership Management
According to Carron's Conceptual Model of Cohesion, which factors which may influence cohesion within a team?
Task & Social Factors
Individual & Group Factors
Leadership, Personal, Social & Team Factors
Environmental, Leadership, Personal & Team Factors
What is team cohension?
a group of team
teamwork
new recruit athlete
bond between team
two type of cohesion?
task cohesion
feedback cohesion
social cohesion
team cohesion
Motivation
is a key concept in sport psychology
refers to the drive within us to behave in a particular way to achieve our goals
can be intrinsic or extrinsic
all of the above
Motivation
is a key concept in sport psychology
refers to the drive within us to behave in a particular way to achieve our goals
can be intrinsic or extrinsic
all of the above
When an athlete feels in control of their behaviour, experiences success, and feels accepted and valued by their coach and teammates, they will demonstrate a more positive mindset.
In this example the three psychological needs of _____, _____ and _____ are met.
autonomy, competence, relatedness
skills, competence, friendship
relationships, self-determination, values
intrinsic, extrinsic, amotivation
Athletes who have a strong sense of autonomy, competence and relatedness are more likely to experience
amotivation
extrinsic motivation
intrinsic motivation
Extrinsic motivation is
a type of motivation driven by internal factors.
a type of motivation driven by external factors.
a type of amotivation.
at the lower end of the motivation continuum.
Intrinsic motivation is
When a person's need for competence, autonomy and relatedness are completely met.
Determined by factors outside of yourself, e.g. money, prizes
When you play a sport for fun and fitness
When you play/train to challenge yourself
According to SDT, what are the three basic psychological needs people need for motivation?
Confidence, competence and autonomy.
Confidence, autonomy and relatedness.
Relatedness, external pressure and confidence.
Competence, autonomy and relatedness
Tick all that are TRUE about confidence:
It is the belief that an individual can have faith in (or rely on) themselves, someone or something.
It is critical to building mental strength
It underpins most other psychological characteristics in athletes
It includes self-confidence, self-efficacy and self-belief.
Self-confidence is defined as an individual's belief that they will execute a given task successfully.
True
False
As a player’s confidence increases, so does their performance BUT if confidence levels are too high, there is a drop in performance levels. This theory is....
Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
Self Determination Theory
The Inverted U Theory
A combination of all
What is true about self-efficacy?
It doesn't end up impacting performance at all.
It is an athlete's belief in their ability to perform a particular task.
Some athletes perform better under certain conditions and are more confident when performing under these preferred circumstances.
It can affect their self-confidence
Which theory does this image represent?
Martens Schematic View
Extrovert Personality
Psychodynamic Theory
Introvert Personality
Imagery involves which of these senses?
visual
audio
kinesthetic
all of the above
The strongest and most dependable information on which to base self-efficacy judgments comes from
vicarious experiences
emotional states
verbal persuasion
performance accomplishments
According to self-efficacy theory, the more likely you believe you can be successful at completing a specific task, the more likely you will try
True
False
________ are relatively intense and short-lived states that are generally triggered by a specific event
Basic Affect
Moods
Emotions
Screw the team
Basic cognitive processes are:
Perception, unconsciousness and sensation
Sensation, perception and consciousness
Perception and sensation
your own awareness of your thoughts, memories, feelings, sensations, and environment is
Sensation
Perception
Consciousness
Which theory suggest the people learn from their families, teachers and friends?
Cognitive development theory
Social cognitive theory
Sport Psychology is a science.
True
False
Human behavior exists on a continuum.
True
False
The examination of and practices associated with helping people optimize their relationships, their work, and their general activities and engagement with the social and physical world is often called:
expert study
talent education
positive psychology
exercise psychology
Which theory is described by this statement: "Intentions are considered the primary drive of human behavior."
Self-Determination Theory
Theory of Planned Behavior
Health Belief Model
Trans-Theoretical Model of Behavior Change
What causes stress?
Anything
Everything
A Stressor
Stress is perceived imbalance between a persons?
physiological and psychological demands
physical and psychological demands
physical and psychic demands
physiological and psychic demands
Somatic stress is....
the changed that occur in the actions your carry out or how you act.
the physiological response to stress
to the negative thoughts, nervousness and worry experienced in certain situations
Causes of Sporting Stress in athletes include
Finances
Importance of the event
Sleep deprivation
Type A personality
Good focus means you are in the right mental
mind & brain
time & place
block & area
time & work
