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SL C.3.2 Self-Determination Overview

Total questions: 29

Worksheet time: 15mins

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1.

Which set lists the three basic psychological needs central to self-determination theory?

a)

Power, achievement, affiliation

b)

Safety, esteem, belonging

c)

Control, approval, recognition

d)

Autonomy, competence, relatedness

2.

What best describes amotivation within the motivation continuum?

a)

Absence of perceived effort–reward contingency

b)

Internalized goals aligned with values

c)

High intrinsic enjoyment of activity

d)

External rewards driving all behavior

3.

Controlled motivation is typically characterized by which feature?

a)

Extrinsic, means-to-an-end engagement

b)

Intrinsic, end-in-itself participation

c)

Autonomy and self-determination

d)

Competence support without rewards

4.

Autonomous motivation is most accurately defined as

a)

Action contingent solely on rewards

b)

Behavior due to no perceived choice

c)

Intrinsic engagement for its own sake

d)

Compliance to avoid guilt or shame

5.

Which statement about intrinsic versus extrinsic motivation is accurate?

a)

Extrinsic always reduces performance

b)

Intrinsic depends on external approval

c)

Extrinsic always increases self-regulation

d)

Intrinsic relates to enjoyment and persistence

6.

Cognitive evaluation theory proposes that informational rewards primarily

a)

Create overjustification effects

b)

Guarantee higher extrinsic control

c)

Eliminate autonomy needs

d)

Support intrinsic motivation

7.

Which outcome can occur when rewards aim to influence motivation?

a)

Elimination of relatedness needs

b)

Guaranteed competence development

c)

Enhanced autonomy without limits

d)

Undermining intrinsic motivation

8.

Organismic integration theory explains a progression within extrinsic motivation. Which regulation is least internalized?

a)

Integrated regulation: aligned values

b)

Identified regulation: valued goals

c)

External regulation: "I must"

d)

Introjected regulation: guilt-based

9.

Which description best matches introjected regulation?

a)

Acting fully aligned with core values

b)

Acting with no personal choice

c)

Acting to prevent guilt or shame

d)

Acting for tangible external rewards

10.

Identified regulation involves behaviors that are

a)

Done to reach valued outcomes

b)

Compelled by external control

c)

Performed to avoid guilt feelings

d)

Fully integrated with self-concept

11.

In autonomy orientation, individuals primarily

a)

Seek external recognition

b)

Act out of interest and valuing

c)

Focus on rewards and approval

d)

Experience anxiety about competence

12.

Relationships motivation theory argues that positive interpersonal interactions are

a)

Neutral to motivation

b)

Strictly extrinsic drivers

c)

Essential for well-being

d)

Unrelated to competence

13.

In the diagram, which end of the continuum represents a lack of motivation altogether?

a)

Intrinsic end of the continuum

b)

Middle extrinsic regulation zone

c)

Integrated regulation segment

d)

Amotivation end of the continuum

14.

According to the continuum diagram, which regulation is most controlled by external forces?

a)

Identified regulation processes

b)

Extrinsic regulation processes

c)

Integrated regulation processes

d)

Intrinsic motivation processes

15.

Which statement best describes introjected regulation shown in the diagram notes?

a)

Participation for enjoyment and curiosity

b)

Participation to avoid feelings such as guilt

c)

Participation because the task feels important

d)

Participation aligned with one’s sense of self

16.

Which description matches identified regulation on the continuum?

a)

Doing it entirely for external rewards

b)

Doing it to prevent shame or guilt

c)

Doing it because the activity feels important

d)

Doing it purely for enjoyment

17.

Integrated regulation, as placed near the intrinsic end, is best defined as:

a)

Participation for inherent enjoyment only

b)

Participation to avoid negative emotions

c)

Participation tied to personal values and identity

d)

Participation driven by external control

18.

Which options are forms of extrinsic motivation according to the continuum? Select ALL that apply.

a)

Introjected regulation

b)

Integrated regulation

c)

Identified regulation

d)

Intrinsic motivation

e)

Extrinsic regulation

19.

Where on the continuum would intrinsic motivation be located relative to extrinsic forms?

a)

Equal distance from both ends

b)

To the far right beyond amotivation

c)

Directly in the middle of extrinsic forms

d)

To the far left of extrinsic forms

20.

Which statement from the introduction slide defines self-determination most directly?

a)

The preference for competitive sports over leisure

b)

The continuum that only includes intrinsic motivation

c)

The level to which external motivators are not needed

d)

The neat classification of all motives

21.

Choose ALL statements that accurately match the continuum notes.

a)

Intrinsic motivation is for enjoyment

b)

Extrinsic regulation is fully driven by external forces

c)

Integrated regulation relates activity to a sense of self

d)

Introjected regulation seeks to avoid guilt

e)

Amotivation is high motivation for external rewards

22.

A student exercises because it feels important for health, though not purely enjoyable. Which regulation best fits this behavior?

a)

Identified regulation

b)

Extrinsic regulation

c)

Intrinsic motivation

d)

Introjected regulation

23.

According to the introduction slide, which theory explains the continuum between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?

a)

Expectancy-Value Theory

b)

Health Belief Model

c)

Self-Determination Theory

d)

Drive Reduction Theory

24.

Which set lists the three essential psychological needs in self-determination theory?

a)

Independence, Ability, Connection

b)

Freedom, Skill, Community

c)

Agency, Mastery, Belongingness

d)

Autonomy, Competence, Relatedness

25.

A student chooses their own project topic and timeline. Which psychological need is most directly supported?

a)

Competence

b)

Relatedness

c)

Recognition

d)

Autonomy

26.

Which statements correctly describe the needs in SDT? Select all that apply.

a)

Autonomy is needing external rewards

b)

Relatedness is feeling belongingness

c)

Competence is feeling capable at tasks

d)

Autonomy is feeling in control of your life

27.

A trainee receives practice and feedback, growing confident in a new skill. Which need is being fulfilled?

a)

Esteem

b)

Autonomy

c)

Competence

d)

Relatedness

28.

Joining a supportive study group mainly strengthens which psychological need?

a)

Autonomy

b)

Competence

c)

Safety

d)

Relatedness

29.

Which combination best illustrates balanced motivation under SDT?

a)

Sticking to rules, practicing drills, isolating

b)

Choosing tasks, improving skills, feeling connected

c)

Following orders, avoiding failure, working alone

d)

Receiving rewards, memorizing facts, competing