#1
What is mental toughness?
The ability to withstand physical pain
The ability to bounce back from adversity
The ability to solve complex problems quickly
The ability to control others
#2
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of mentally tough individuals?
Resilience
Perseverance
Fragility
Optimism
#3
What does the term 'visualization' refer to in sports psychology?
Imagining and rehearsing successful performance
Analyzing opponents' weaknesses
Reading the body language of teammates
Planning game strategies
#4
Which of the following statements is true regarding arousal in performance psychology?
High arousal always leads to better performance
Low arousal is always beneficial for optimal performance
Optimal arousal levels vary depending on the task and individual
Arousal does not affect performance
#5
Which of the following is NOT a component of the 'Four Cs' model of mental toughness?
Challenge
Confidence
Cognition
Control
#6
In the context of mental toughness, what does 'emotional control' refer to?
Suppressing all emotions
Experiencing emotions intensely
Regulating emotions effectively
Ignoring emotions
#7
What is the term used to describe the process of mentally rehearsing a future performance in detail?
Goal-setting
Self-talk
Visualization
Arousal control
#8
What is the concept of 'mindfulness' in performance psychology?
Focusing on multiple tasks simultaneously
Being fully present and aware of the current moment
Engaging in mental imagery exercises
Suppressing all thoughts and emotions
#9
What is the concept of 'self-talk' in mental toughness?
Talking to oneself during a game
Internal dialogue that influences thoughts and behaviors
Encouraging teammates during a match
Listening to motivational speeches
#10
What is the term used to describe the tendency to attribute success to internal factors and failure to external factors?
Attribution theory
Self-efficacy theory
Self-determination theory
Goal-setting theory
#11
Which psychological concept suggests that individuals have a natural tendency to maintain a stable, consistent self-concept?
Cognitive dissonance
Self-verification theory
Social facilitation
Groupthink
#12
What does the Yerkes-Dodson Law propose regarding arousal and performance?
High arousal always leads to optimal performance
Low arousal always leads to optimal performance
There is an optimal level of arousal for peak performance
Arousal has no impact on performance
#13
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of low mental toughness?
Increased resilience
Decreased performance under pressure
Difficulty coping with setbacks
Increased susceptibility to stress-related illnesses
#14
Which of the following is NOT a common technique for enhancing mental toughness?
Visualization
Self-talk
Rumination
Goal-setting