WorksheetsWillpower: Prior Knowledge & Perceptions Quiz
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 9mins
Willpower means the ability to control yourself and keep going even when it’s hard.
Yes
No
When you hear the word willpower, what do you think of first?
Strength
Self-control
Hard work
Discipline
Do you believe willpower is something people are:
Born with
Able to build and learn
Both (some is natural, some can grow)
Not sure
Which situation requires the most willpower for you?
Eating healthy
Exercising or moving more
Studying/working when tired
The one you dislike doing the most.
Habits can make willpower easier because you don’t have to think as hard about choices.
Yes
No
Do you think willpower can “run out” during the day?
Yes, it gets weaker after many decisions
No, it is always the same
It depends on sleep, food, and stress
Not sure
Rest and sleep can affect your ability to use willpower.
Yes
No
Who shows the most willpower in your opinion?
Athletes
Teachers
Students
Workers with long hours
Everyone can get stronger willpower if they practice.
Yes
No
If you had more willpower, what area of life would you change first?
Health (food/exercise)
Learning or education
Work or money
Relationships
Other: __________
Which of the following can help you improve your willpower?
Doing everything at once
Ignoring your feelings
Setting clear goals
Waiting for motivation
How does stress usually affect your willpower?
Not sure
It makes it stronger
It can make it harder to use
No effect at all
Which activity might require the least willpower for most people?
Waking up early
Watching TV
Eating only vegetables
Finishing homework
