Question 1

MacNeil and Byers(2009)found that those who talked to their partners about their sexual likes and dislikes

Accepted Answer

A) reported higher levels of sexual satisfaction. 
B) had longer lasting relationships. 
C) were more likely to have multiple partners. 
D) were more sexually insecure. 
A) reported higher levels of sexual satisfaction. 
B) had longer lasting relationships. 
C) were more likely to have multiple partners. 
D) were more sexually insecure.

Question 2

As couples age, _____________ becomes one of the most valued components of a relationship.

Accepted Answer

A) intimacy 
B) sexual satisfaction 
C) communication 
D) trust 
A) intimacy 
B) sexual satisfaction 
C) communication 
D) trust

Question 3

Studies on the frequency of sexual initiation by gender found that

Accepted Answer

A) more men than women initiated sexual activity. 
B) more women than men initiated sexual activity. 
C) men and women initiated sexual activity equally. 
D) women who initiated sexual activity were more sexually satisfied. 
A) more men than women initiated sexual activity. 
B) more women than men initiated sexual activity. 
C) men and women initiated sexual activity equally. 
D) women who initiated sexual activity were more sexually satisfied.

Question 4

Following the breakup of a relationship, unwanted attention such as emails or phone calls is known as

Accepted Answer

A) surveillance. 
B) obsessive compulsive syndrome. 
C) deterioration patterns. 
D) stalking. 
A) surveillance. 
B) obsessive compulsive syndrome. 
C) deterioration patterns. 
D) stalking.

Question 5

The second stage of the ABCDE model of relationships is

Accepted Answer

A) building. 
B) bonding. 
C) beginning. 
D) balancing. 
A) building. 
B) bonding. 
C) beginning. 
D) balancing.

Question 6

Small talk is not a recommended method of starting a relationship.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Obsessive jealousy is not necessarily destructive in relationships.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Feelings of trust increase the willingness of the partners to concede that they need each other and the relationship.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

What nonverbal techniques can couples use to enhance communication about sex?

Accepted Answer

- cues (e.g., shoulder tapping

Question 10

Research suggests that we should refrain from disclosing certain types of information too rapidly if we want to make a good impression on someone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Researchers have found that intimacy contributes to

Accepted Answer

A) self-esteem. 
B) sexual satisfaction. 
C) marital satisfaction. 
D) physical well-being. 
A) self-esteem. 
B) sexual satisfaction. 
C) marital satisfaction. 
D) physical well-being.

Question 12

What percentage of Canadians is very comfortable asking a partner to try something new in their sexual relationship?

Accepted Answer

A) 35% 
B) 45% 
C) 55% 
D) 65% 
A) 35% 
B) 45% 
C) 55% 
D) 65%

Question 13

In studies investigating self-disclosure, researchers found that

Accepted Answer

A) self-disclosure is more difficult for women. 
B) disclosing certain information too soon is a bad idea. 
C) late disclosers were rated as guarded and cold. 
D) self-disclosure is more difficult for men. 
A) self-disclosure is more difficult for women. 
B) disclosing certain information too soon is a bad idea. 
C) late disclosers were rated as guarded and cold. 
D) self-disclosure is more difficult for men.

Question 14

Women are more tight-lipped about sexual issues than men.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Exchanging information according to breadth of topic coverage but not depth is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A) self-disclosure. 
B) surface contact. 
C) evaluation. 
D) small talk. 
A) self-disclosure. 
B) surface contact. 
C) evaluation. 
D) small talk.

Question 16

In a Guelph University study (Cleary et al. 2002)of communication about sexual health issues, female students typically reported

Accepted Answer

A) that they were totally open with all partners. 
B) that their partners encouraged discussion about sexual health issues. 
C) that they did not discuss sexual health issues prior to sexual intercourse. 
D) that they did not consider it important to discuss sexual issues with their partners. 
A) that they were totally open with all partners. 
B) that their partners encouraged discussion about sexual health issues. 
C) that they did not discuss sexual health issues prior to sexual intercourse. 
D) that they did not consider it important to discuss sexual issues with their partners.

Question 17

When a relationship starts to deteriorate, which of the following is not considered to be an active response?

Accepted Answer

A) seek professional help 
B) improve communication skills 
C) negotiate differences 
D) avoid confrontational topics 
A) seek professional help 
B) improve communication skills 
C) negotiate differences 
D) avoid confrontational topics

Question 18

Assume that your partner is prepared to offer you some criticism regarding your recent behaviour. What suggestions should you consider as the receiver in order to enhance communication?

Accepted Answer

- listening effectively (eye contact, re

Question 19

Which of the following questions is an example of a close-ended question?

Accepted Answer

A) What do you like best about the way we make love? 
B) Do you want to make love with the lights off? 
C) Does it bother you that I go to bed later than you? 
D) What do you value most about our relationship? 
A) What do you like best about the way we make love? 
B) Do you want to make love with the lights off? 
C) Does it bother you that I go to bed later than you? 
D) What do you value most about our relationship?

Question 20

A useful communication technique to use when discussing sexual matters with your partner is

Accepted Answer

A) paraphrasing. 
B) self-disclosure. 
C) signaling. 
D) reinforcement. 
A) paraphrasing. 
B) self-disclosure. 
C) signaling. 
D) reinforcement.

MacNeil and Byers(2009)found that those who talked to their partners about their sexual likes and dislikes

As couples age, _____________ becomes one of the most valued components of a relationship.

Studies on the frequency of sexual initiation by gender found that

Following the breakup of a relationship, unwanted attention such as emails or phone calls is known as

The second stage of the ABCDE model of relationships is

Small talk is not a recommended method of starting a relationship.

Obsessive jealousy is not necessarily destructive in relationships.

Feelings of trust increase the willingness of the partners to concede that they need each other and the relationship.

What nonverbal techniques can couples use to enhance communication about sex?

Research suggests that we should refrain from disclosing certain types of information too rapidly if we want to make a good impression on someone.

Researchers have found that intimacy contributes to

What percentage of Canadians is very comfortable asking a partner to try something new in their sexual relationship?

In studies investigating self-disclosure, researchers found that

Women are more tight-lipped about sexual issues than men.

Exchanging information according to breadth of topic coverage but not depth is referred to as

In a Guelph University study (Cleary et al. 2002)of communication about sexual health issues, female students typically reported

When a relationship starts to deteriorate, which of the following is not considered to be an active response?

Assume that your partner is prepared to offer you some criticism regarding your recent behaviour. What suggestions should you consider as the receiver in order to enhance communication?

Which of the following questions is an example of a close-ended question?

A useful communication technique to use when discussing sexual matters with your partner is

What Is Human Sexuality

Research Methods

Female and Male Anatomy and Physiology

Sexual Arousal and Response

Gender Identity and Gender Roles

Attraction and Love

Sexual Techniques and Behaviour Patterns

Sexual Orientation

Conception, Pregnancy and Childbirth

Contraception and Abortion

Sexuality Across the Life Cycle

Sexual Dysfunctions

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Sexual Variations

Sexual Coercion

Commercial Sex

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Exam 7: Relationships, Intimacy, and Communication

MacNeil and Byers(2009)found that those who talked to their partners about their sexual likes and dislikes

As couples age, _____________ becomes one of the most valued components of a relationship.

Studies on the frequency of sexual initiation by gender found that

Following the breakup of a relationship, unwanted attention such as emails or phone calls is known as

The second stage of the ABCDE model of relationships is

Small talk is not a recommended method of starting a relationship.

Obsessive jealousy is not necessarily destructive in relationships.

Feelings of trust increase the willingness of the partners to concede that they need each other and the relationship.

What nonverbal techniques can couples use to enhance communication about sex?

Research suggests that we should refrain from disclosing certain types of information too rapidly if we want to make a good impression on someone.

Researchers have found that intimacy contributes to

What percentage of Canadians is very comfortable asking a partner to try something new in their sexual relationship?

In studies investigating self-disclosure, researchers found that

Women are more tight-lipped about sexual issues than men.

Exchanging information according to breadth of topic coverage but not depth is referred to as

In a Guelph University study (Cleary et al. 2002)of communication about sexual health issues, female students typically reported

When a relationship starts to deteriorate, which of the following is not considered to be an active response?

Assume that your partner is prepared to offer you some criticism regarding your recent behaviour. What suggestions should you consider as the receiver in order to enhance communication?

Which of the following questions is an example of a close-ended question?

A useful communication technique to use when discussing sexual matters with your partner is

What Is Human Sexuality

Research Methods

Female and Male Anatomy and Physiology

Sexual Arousal and Response

Gender Identity and Gender Roles

Attraction and Love

Sexual Techniques and Behaviour Patterns

Sexual Orientation

Conception, Pregnancy and Childbirth

Contraception and Abortion

Sexuality Across the Life Cycle

Sexual Dysfunctions

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Sexual Variations

Sexual Coercion

Commercial Sex

Filters