Mental Preparation for Performance (AQA GCSE Physical Education (PE)): Exam Questions

Exam code: 8582

22 mins5 questions
1a3 marks

Explain the relationship between arousal level and performance level box in the inverted-U theory.

You must use a sporting example in your answer.

1b4 marks

Describe how deep breathing and mental rehearsal could be used to control arousal in named sporting activities of your choice.

24 marks

Discuss how the personality type of an individual may affect which sporting activities they choose to participate in.

3a1 mark

Define arousal.

3b2 marks

The inverted-U theory helps to explain the relationship between arousal level and performance level.

On Figure 1, sketch the shape and the position of the curve for each of the following sporting skills:

  • Boxing punch

  • Golf putt.

Label each curve.

Fig 1
4a2 marks

Define indirect aggression.

Give a sporting example of when it is used

4b3 marks

Identify the personality type that would be most suited to long distance running.

Justify your choice.

53 marks

Alec has just started to play cricket.

Evaluate the merits of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation to help him develop his skills.