Eileen Is Reluctant to Go Out for the School Soccer

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."