Motivation Types and Their Impact on Goal Achievement Quiz

Explore motivation theory with our quiz. Learn about intrinsic, extrinsic motivation & their effects on goal achievement. Test your knowledge now!

#1

Which type of motivation is characterized by the desire to engage in an activity for its own sake, rather than for some external reward or pressure?

Intrinsic motivation
Extrinsic motivation
Amotivation
Introjected regulation
#2

What is the term for the type of motivation that arises from external factors, such as rewards, punishments, or social pressure?

Intrinsic motivation
Extrinsic motivation
Amotivation
Integrated regulation
#3

Which of the following is an example of extrinsic motivation?

Reading a book because you enjoy the story
Playing a sport because you love the physical activity
Completing a project to earn a bonus at work
Practicing a musical instrument because it brings you joy
#4

According to self-determination theory, which type of motivation is characterized by feeling pressured to engage in an activity due to external demands or expectations?

Intrinsic motivation
Extrinsic motivation
Amotivation
Introjected regulation
#5

Which of the following is NOT a type of motivation according to self-determination theory?

Intrinsic motivation
Extrinsic motivation
Introjected regulation
Inherited motivation
#6

What type of motivation involves identifying with and fully accepting a behavior as one’s own?

Introjected regulation
Identified regulation
Integrated regulation
Extrinsic motivation
#7

In the context of goal achievement, what is the term for the process of setting specific, challenging goals and then monitoring progress toward those goals?

Motivation cycle
Goal setting
Action planning
Performance appraisal
#8

What is the term for the absence of motivation or lack of intention to act?

Intrinsic motivation
Extrinsic motivation
Amotivation
Integrated regulation
#9

Which type of motivation is characterized by engaging in an activity because of feelings of guilt, shame, or obligation?

Intrinsic motivation
Integrated regulation
Introjected regulation
Extrinsic motivation
#10

Which of the following factors can enhance intrinsic motivation?

Excessive external rewards
Providing opportunities for autonomy and choice
Imposing strict deadlines
Micromanagement
#11

What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals experience a decrease in intrinsic motivation for tasks they previously enjoyed when they are given external rewards for performing those tasks?

Intrinsic deflation
Externalization effect
Overjustification effect
Motivation depletion
#12

What is the term for the process of integrating extrinsic motivations into one's sense of self?

Assimilation
Acculturation
Internalization
Integration

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