PSY407 Quiz Set 3

SPORT PSYCHOLOGY (PSY 407)

Which of the following statement is TRUE about cohesion?

1. Cohesion is based on group tasks
2. Cohesion is multidimensional
3. Cohesion is stable
4. Cohesion exists in all groups

Characteristics that differentiate a group from a collection of individuals:

A. Rarely absent, individuals have own perspectives B. Refer to themselves as "we", primarily interested in individual accomplishments C. Concerned with activities of others, do not see each other as rivals D. Avoid talking freely in order to be supportive, try to assist associates

All of the following are qualities of effective leadership EXCEPT:

A. Generosity B. Respect C. Trust D. Sense of superiority

Which type of exercise is more effective in reducing clinical depression in patients?

1. Aerobic exercise
2. Anaerobic exercise
3. Acute exercise
4. Chronic exercise

___________ exercise refers to exercise that is accomplished at an exercise intensity that allows for the intake of sufficient oxygen to maintain continuous exercise.

A. Resistance B. Anaerobic C. Continuous D. Aerobics

The basic premise of the _______ hypothesis is that social interaction associated with exercising with friends and colleagues is pleasurable and has the net effect of improving mental health.

A. Cognitive Behavioral B. Social interaction C. Distraction D. Endorphin

All of the following are exercise behavior theories, EXCEPT:

A. Social cognitive theories B. Theory of reasoned action C. Fiedler’s contingency theory D. Transtheoretical model

Hyper responsiveness to mental stressors is associated with all of the following EXCEPT:

A. Increase in heart rate B. Increase in blood pressure C. Increase in plasma catecholamine D. Decrease risk of heart disease

All the below are stages in the transtheoretical model of change EXCEPT:

A. Goal setting B. Precontemplation C. Contemplation D. Maintenance

Ali is so obsessed with working out and his muscularity that if he finds any imperfection in his muscularity, it drives him crazy. Ali is most likely suffering from:

A. Overtraining B. Muscle dysmorphia C. Superman complex D. Disordered exercise syndrome

Vividly imagined events produce innervations in muscles that are similar to that produced by physically practicing the movement. This is an illustration of ___________.

A. Symbolic learning theory B. Psycho neuromuscular theory C. Muscular contraction theory D. Psychodynamic theory

Which of the following theory states that mental practice and imagery work because the individual literally plans his actions in advance?

1. Attention and arousal
2. Psychoneuromuscular
3. Neodissociation
4. Symbolic learning

In what kind of imagery the athlete imagines himself executing a sport task from within his own body?

1. External imagery
2. Cognitive imagery
3. Internal imagery
4. Applied imagery

For a weight lifter what kind of imagery would be most effective?

1. Visual
2. Auditory
3. Kinesthetic
4. Olfactory

In Table Tennis what kind of imagery would be less effective?

1. Visual
2. Auditory
3. Kinesthetic
4. Olfactory

Which of the following statement is INCOREECT about hypnosis?

1. Hypnosis is not the same as sleep
2. Hypnosis can increase the accuracy of memory
3. Hypnosis is not a dangerous procedure if applied by a qualified clinician
4. Hypnosis does not precipitate a literal re-experiencing of childhood events

Which of the following is an example of psychological skill?

1. Imagery
2. Progressive relaxation
3. Meditation
4. General self-awareness

Self confidence, attentional control, arousal control and anxiety control are the examples of

A. Psychological methods B. Psychological skills C. Psychological inventories D. Psychological problems