Personality Types and Motivation

Question 1

What are the main characteristics of an introvert?

Answer 1

Introverts tend to be quiet, shy, and reserved.

Question 2

Describe activities and sports that introverts enjoy doing:

Answer 2

Introverts enjoy practising, and tend to play individual sports. The activities they do tend to require high levels of concentration.

Question 3

What are the main characteristics of an extrovert?

Answer 3

Extroverts tend to be sociable, talkative, enthusiastic, and active.

Question 4

Describe activities and sports that extroverts enjoy doing:

Answer 4

Extroverts are prone to boredom, and so enjoy playing sports where low levels of concentration are required. They tend to play team sports.

Question 5

Define Motivation:

Answer 5

Motivation is the drive to succeed, or the desire to achieve or be inspired to do something: this motivation can be either intrinsic or extrinsic.

Question 6

Define Intrinsic Motivation, and name some examples:

Answer 6

Intrinsic motivation is the drive to succeed that comes from within. (e.g. satisfaction, self- confidence, self-esteem, pride, and achievements)

Question 7

Define Extrinsic Motivation, and name some examples:

Answer 7

Extrinsic motivation is the drive to perform well or win in order to gain external rewards. (e.g. applause, prizes, medals, money, praise, certificates)