Goal Setting and Motivation in Physical Education for Year 7

Question 1

What is the first step in setting a personal goal in physical education?

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Identify your current fitness level and goals

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Develop a detailed plan to achieve your goal

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Celebrate your achievements

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Seek support from friends or family

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for overcoming challenges in fitness?

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Giving up easily

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Breaking down the goal into smaller steps

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Seeking support from others

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Rewarding yourself for progress

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of an intrinsic motivator in physical education?

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Improving personal fitness

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Receiving a prize for winning a competition

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Playing with friends

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Avoiding physical activity to escape punishment

Question 4

What is the difference between a goal and an aspiration?

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Goals are specific and attainable, while aspirations are general and distant

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Aspirations are specific and attainable, while goals are general and distant

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Goals and aspirations are the same thing

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There is no difference between goals and aspirations

Question 5

How does breaking down large goals into smaller steps help you achieve them?

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It makes goals seem less overwhelming and more attainable.

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It eliminates the need for a detailed plan.

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It ensures that you will succeed.

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of setting goals in physical education?

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Guaranteed success

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Increased motivation

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Improved self-confidence

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Reduced risk of injury

Question 7

The acronym SMART, used in goal-setting, stands for:

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Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound

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Significant, Measurable, Achievable, Rewarding, Timed

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Specific, Meaningful, Achievable, Realistic, Timed

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Specific, Measurable, Accountable, Realistic, Timely

Question 8

Which motivation theory focuses on the need for achievement, power, and affiliation?

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Need Theory

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Self-Determination Theory

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Drive Theory

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Goal Theory

Question 9

What is a key strategy for overcoming challenges when pursuing goals?

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Breaking down the goal into smaller steps

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Avoiding the challenge

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Ignoring negative thoughts

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Giving up easily

Question 10

What is the role of self-efficacy in goal-setting?

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It influences a person's belief in their ability to succeed

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It determines how hard a person is willing to work towards their goal

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It guarantees success

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It is not relevant to goal-setting

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a sign of progress towards a goal?

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Changing the goal itself

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Improved performance

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Increased confidence

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Setbacks and temporary failures

Question 12

What is the most important factor to consider when setting a goal?

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Personal interest and aspirations

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The opinions of others

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Previous success in similar endeavors

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The difficulty of the goal

Question 13

What is a benefit of having a goal buddy?

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Provides support and accountability

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Sets unrealistic goals

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Provides excuses for failure

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Competes with you

Question 14

To set achievable personal goals in physical education, which factor is crucial?

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Setting realistic targets

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Having vague aspirations

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Expecting too much of yourself

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Fearing failure

Question 15

When facing challenges in achieving your fitness goals, what is an effective strategy?

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Seeking support from others

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Giving up easily

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Finding excuses to avoid exercise

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Focusing only on easy exercises

Question 16

What role does motivation play in physical education?

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It encourages participation and helps people improve

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It only helps people perform better

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It makes people avoid physical activities

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It creates a negative atmosphere for learning

Question 17

Which of these is an example of extrinsic motivation?

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Receiving praise from your teacher

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Feeling proud of your progress

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Enjoying the exercise itself

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Setting ambitious goals

Question 18

What is the main difference between a short-term goal and a long-term goal?

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Short-term goals are achieved in a short period of time, while long-term goals take more time to achieve.

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Short-term goals are always easier than long-term goals.

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Short-term goals focus on a single activity, while long-term goals can include different activities.

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There is no difference between short-term and long-term goals.

Question 19

Setting unrealistic fitness goals can lead to which of the following consequences?

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Feeling discouraged

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Increased motivation

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Gaining more confidence

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Reducing the risk of injury

Question 20

How can teachers help students set appropriate fitness goals?

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Providing clear instructions and guidance

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Setting goals for students without their input

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Ignoring students' interests and abilities

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Discouraging parents from supporting their children

Question 21

What is the first step in the process of setting a goal?

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Identifying areas where you want to improve

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Setting a deadline

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Imagining yourself achieving the goal

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Writing down the goal

Question 22

What is the best definition of a personal goal in physical education?

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A specific target you set for yourself to improve your fitness

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Something you must do because your teacher tells you to

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A goal that is set for you by a professional athlete

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A goal that is impossible to reach

Question 23

Which is the first step in setting a SMART goal?

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Make it specific and measurable

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Write it down

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Set a deadline

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Tell your friends and family about it

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of setting goals in physical education?

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It guarantees you will succeed

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It helps you track your progress

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It gives you more motivation

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It helps you build self-confidence

Question 25

What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?

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Intrinsic motivation comes from within, while extrinsic motivation comes from outside

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Extrinsic motivation is more powerful than intrinsic motivation

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Intrinsic motivation is only for elite athletes

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There is no difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation

Question 26

What is the role of a growth mindset in achieving fitness goals?

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It helps you believe that you can improve your fitness through effort and practice

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It makes you give up easily when things get tough

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It only applies to people who are naturally talented

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It guarantees you will be successful

Question 27

Which of the following physical education lessons is most likely to promote goal setting and motivation?

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A lesson where students design their own fitness plans

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A lesson where students compete against each other in a race

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A lesson where students listen to a lecture about the importance of fitness

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A lesson where students watch a video about a famous athlete

Question 28

What should you do if you do not achieve a fitness goal?

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Analyze what went wrong and make a plan to improve

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Give up on your fitness goals altogether

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Beat yourself up about it

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Blame it on factors outside of your control

Question 29

What is a major advantage of intrinsic motivation?

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Provides ongoing enjoyment and satisfaction

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Requires no effort to sustain

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Concentrates on receiving rewards

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Demands continuous encouragement from others

Question 30

Which of the following is the best way to set a personal fitness goal?

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Make your goal as specific, clear, and achievable as possible.

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Set a goal that is too easy to achieve.

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Don't write your goal down.

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Set a goal that is not challenging.

Question 31

What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?

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Intrinsic motivation comes from within, while extrinsic motivation comes from outside forces.

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Intrinsic motivation is more powerful than extrinsic motivation.

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Extrinsic motivation is only effective in the short term.

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There is no difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.

Question 32

What does the acronym SMART stand for in goal setting?

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Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound

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Significant, Measurable, Attainable, Related, Time-sensitive

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Strong, Motivating, Achievable, Realistic, Targeted

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Smart, Meaningful, Achievable, Realistic, Timely

Question 33

How does motivation contribute to goal achievement?

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It provides the drive and determination to keep trying

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It guarantees success

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It makes setting goals easier

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It has no impact on goal pursuit

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a recognized source of motivation?

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Fear of failure

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Personal interest and enjoyment

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External rewards, like trophies or money

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A desire to improve oneself

Question 35

For a beginner runner, what would be a suitable and realistic goal?

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Completing a 5-kilometer race

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Running a marathon in under 3 hours

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Setting a new world record

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Winning an Olympic medal

Question 36

What is the primary goal of setting goals and fostering motivation in physical education?

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To improve overall health, fitness, and well-being

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To develop world-class athletes

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To win trophies and medals

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To avoid physical activity

Question 37

What is NOT a benefit of setting goals in physical education?

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Guarantees success

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Provides direction and motivation

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Helps track progress and identify areas for improvement

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Boosts confidence

Question 38

What is the first step in setting a SMART goal?

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Make it specific

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Make it measurable

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Make it achievable

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Make it relevant

Question 39

What is the positive role of challenges in goal setting?

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To offer opportunities for growth

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To hinder progress

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To discourage effort

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To indicate failure

Question 40

How is intrinsic motivation different from extrinsic motivation?

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Intrinsic motivation comes from within, while extrinsic motivation comes from external rewards.

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Extrinsic motivation is more sustainable than intrinsic motivation.

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Intrinsic motivation is only found in children.

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There is no difference between the two types of motivation.

Question 41

How does overcoming challenges help you grow and reach your goals?

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It helps you learn new things and improve

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It makes you give up easily

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It makes you feel bad about yourself

Question 42

Which of the following is the most effective technique for breaking down large fitness goals into smaller, more manageable ones?

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SMART goal setting

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Procrastination

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Wishful thinking

Question 43

What is the primary purpose of setting personal fitness goals?

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To provide motivation, direction, and a sense of accomplishment

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To avoid criticism or punishment

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To impress others with your achievements

Question 44

How can teachers effectively promote student motivation in physical education classes?

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Providing students with choices and autonomy in their learning

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Focusing solely on physical conditioning

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Setting vague and unrealistic goals

Question 45

What is the key distinction between a goal and an aspiration?

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Goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound, while aspirations are general desires

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Goals are external targets, while aspirations are personal beliefs

Question 46

Which of the following is an example of a SMART goal for a student in physical education?

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To run 1 mile in under 7 minutes by the end of the term

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To lose 10 pounds

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To become a better athlete

Question 47

How can students maintain motivation in the face of setbacks?

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Reflecting on progress, seeking support, and reframing challenges as opportunities

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Giving up and accepting failure

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Blaming others for difficulties

Question 48

What are some potential benefits of setting fitness goals in physical education?

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Improved physical fitness, increased self-confidence, and enhanced social skills

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Reduced risk of injury and decreased enjoyment of physical activity

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Increased stress levels and a negative body image

Question 49

What role does self-efficacy play in goal setting?

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It refers to an individual's belief in their ability to achieve their goals

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It is an excuse for not setting ambitious goals

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It is a guarantee that a goal will be achieved

Question 50

How can parents and guardians support their children in setting and achieving fitness goals?

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Providing encouragement, helping set realistic goals, and celebrating progress

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Pressuring them to achieve unrealistic goals

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Ignoring their fitness goals