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Psychology of Sport

Total questions: 23

Worksheet time: 12mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is sports psychology primarily concerned with?

a)

How psychological factors influence sports performance

b)

The rules of different sports

c)

The physical training of athletes

d)

The history of sports

2.

According to Elka Graham, what percentage of performance is mental during races?

a)

50 percent

b)

90 percent

c)

70 percent

d)

30 percent

3.

What does the term 'individual differences' refer to in sports psychology?

a)

Different athletes respond differently to training and strategies

b)

The same training works for everyone

c)

All athletes have the same personality traits

d)

There is a universal approach to sports

4.

What is confidence in the context of sports psychology?

a)

The popularity of an athlete

b)

The physical strength of an athlete

c)

Self-belief in performing a specific task

d)

The ability to win every game

5.

What are the two types of motivation mentioned?

a)

Intrinsic and extrinsic

b)

Team and individual

c)

Short-term and long-term

d)

Physical and mental

6.

What does intrinsic motivation involve?

a)

Avoiding disapproval

b)

Winning trophies

c)

Gaining attention

d)

Enjoyment and personal growth

7.

What is extrinsic motivation primarily driven by?

a)

Personal enjoyment

b)

Winning and avoiding losing

c)

Team spirit

d)

Skill development

8.

What does SMART stand for in goal-setting?

a)

Strategic, Meaningful, Achievable, Realistic, Timely

b)

Simple, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound

c)

Specific, Manageable, Attainable, Realistic, Timed

d)

Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-bound

9.

Why is goal-setting considered effective in sports psychology?

a)

It helps athletes focus and celebrate achievements

b)

It guarantees winning

c)

It is a one-size-fits-all approach

d)

It is easy to do

10.

What does the conclusion of the text suggest about sports psychology?

a)

It is a fixed science

b)

It is not important for athletes

c)

It only applies to elite athletes

d)

It is a growing study with many components

11.

What can winning do to a person in sports?

a)

Make them quit sports

b)

Make them less competitive

c)

Make them lose interest

d)

Make them a hero

12.

What is a significant factor that influences an athlete's choice of sport?

a)

Popularity of the sport

b)

Availability of facilities

c)

Personality traits

d)

The weather

13.

What is one of the main challenges in maintaining confidence?

a)

It is not important for athletes

b)

It is only based on physical performance

c)

It is fluid and influenced by various factors

d)

It is always high

14.

What does the text imply about the pressure in sports?

a)

It is only felt by coaches

b)

It can lead to both positive and negative outcomes

c)

It is less than in other professions

d)

It does not affect athletes

15.

How can an athlete improve their mental resilience?

a)

By avoiding competition

b)

Through consistent practice and reflection

c)

By focusing solely on physical training

d)

By ignoring their emotions

16.

What role does visualization play in sports performance?

a)

It has no impact on performance

b)

It helps athletes prepare mentally for competition

c)

It is only useful for team sports

d)

It replaces physical training

17.

What is the impact of team dynamics on an athlete's performance?

a)

It is irrelevant to individual performance

b)

It can enhance motivation and support

c)

It only affects team sports

d)

It leads to increased pressure and stress

18.

What is the role of self-talk in enhancing athletic performance?

a)

It has no effect on performance

b)

It can boost confidence and focus

c)

It is only useful for team sports

d)

It distracts athletes from their goals

19.

How does stress management contribute to an athlete's success?

a)

It is irrelevant to performance

b)

It helps maintain focus and composure

c)

It only benefits individual sports

d)

It increases anxiety levels

20.

What is the significance of feedback in sports training?

a)

It is unnecessary for improvement

b)

It provides insights for skill enhancement

c)

It only applies to beginners

d)

It can lead to confusion

21.

How does mental preparation affect an athlete's performance?

a)

It has no impact on performance

b)

It can enhance focus and reduce anxiety

c)

It is only important for team sports

d)

It distracts athletes from their training

22.

What is the importance of resilience in sports?

a)

It helps athletes recover from setbacks

b)

It is not relevant to performance

c)

It only applies to elite athletes

d)

It guarantees success in every competition

23.

What role does teamwork play in individual sports?

a)

It is irrelevant to individual performance

b)

It can provide support and motivation

c)

It only matters in team sports

d)

It increases competition among athletes