Eileen Is Reluctant to Go Out for the School Soccer

question 60

Multiple Choice

Eileen is reluctant to go out for the school soccer team. Her parents want to enhance her self-confidence about becoming a successful soccer player. Keeping the concept of attributions in mind, the best thing the parents can say to Eileen is:

• A) "Some people are just naturally good soccer players, and we've seen signs that you're probably one of them."
• B) "The game of soccer is largely a matter of luck. Some days are good ones and some days are bad. You just never know how things will go."
• C) "Skill in soccer is totally a function of how hard you work at the game."
• D) "You have some natural athletic ability, and practice will make you even better."

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