Aggression and Social Facilitation

What is 'assertive play' in the context of aggression?

• A form of play that involves physical aggression

• A type of play that is non-aggressive and cooperative

• A style of play that is confident and self-assured without being aggressive

• A play strategy that focuses on winning at all costs

Which type of aggression involves intent to harm and is linked to anger?

Instrumental aggression is a type of aggression that is used to achieve a specific goal or objective.

• True

• False

What does the 'aggressive cue' theory suggest about aggression?

• Aggression is a learned behavior.

• Aggression is triggered by specific environmental cues.

• Aggression is an innate trait.

• Aggression is a result of social interactions.

What is the role of 'social facilitation' in performance?

• It enhances performance in the presence of others.

• It decreases performance in the presence of others.

• It has no effect on performance.

• It only affects performance in competitive settings.

How does 'social inhibition' affect performance?

• It enhances performance by reducing anxiety.

• It has no effect on performance.

• It impairs performance by increasing anxiety.

• It improves performance by increasing focus.

What are some strategies for coping with social inhibition?

• Practicing mindfulness and relaxation techniques

• Avoiding social situations entirely

• Ignoring feelings of anxiety

• Relying solely on medication

What is the difference between 'hostile aggression' and 'instrumental aggression'?

• Hostile aggression is driven by anger, while instrumental aggression is goal-oriented.

• Hostile aggression is goal-oriented, while instrumental aggression is driven by anger.

• Both are driven by anger and have no specific goals.

• Both are goal-oriented and not driven by anger.

How can 'mental rehearsal' be used to reduce audience effects?

• By visualizing the performance in front of an audience

• By practicing in front of a mirror

• By avoiding eye contact with the audience

• By focusing on breathing techniques

What is the impact of 'audience presence' on dominant and non-dominant responses?

• Audience presence enhances dominant responses and inhibits non-dominant responses.

• Audience presence inhibits dominant responses and enhances non-dominant responses.

• Audience presence has no impact on either dominant or non-dominant responses.

• Audience presence equally affects both dominant and non-dominant responses.