Question 1

Jealousy in a relationship is a good thing because it lets your partner know that you truly care about him or her.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Gay and lesbian partners seek the same things in their primary relationships as do heterosexual partners.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Attentive listening encourages future discussion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The ability to give and receive from others emotionally without fear of hurt is known as emotional availability.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following are possible underlying causes of jealousy?

Accepted Answer

A)  Intense devotion 
B)  Insecurity or possessiveness 
C)  High self-esteem 
D)  Mental illness 
A)  Intense devotion 
B)  Insecurity or possessiveness 
C)  High self-esteem 
D)  Mental illness

Question 6

Cohabitation is the state of two people in a romantic relationship living together without being married.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Individuals with high self-esteem respect themselves and will abandon their beliefs and values to obtain the love and support of others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Friendships are usually the first relationships a person forms outside of the family.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

April's boyfriend is someone with whom she can share her feelings freely. He meets April's need for

Accepted Answer

A)  intimacy. 
B)  reassurance. 
C)  assistance. 
D)  affirmation. 
A)  intimacy. 
B)  reassurance. 
C)  assistance. 
D)  affirmation.

Question 10

Compare and contrast common facial expressions and speech patterns that differentiate the communication styles of men and women.

Accepted Answer

Men tend to:
∙ Frown more often and avoi

Question 11

What are four strategies for coping with a failed relationship?

Accepted Answer

1. Recognize and acknowledge your feelin

Question 12

When Steven has a disagreement with his roommate, he frequently interrupts and angrily stabs his finger at his chest. Steven's gestures suggest that he is

Accepted Answer

A)  effectively resolving the conflict by being emphatic. 
B)  intimidated by his roommate. 
C)  not being respectful of his roommate's thoughts or feelings. 
D)  listening using an active, or reflective, style. 
A)  effectively resolving the conflict by being emphatic. 
B)  intimidated by his roommate. 
C)  not being respectful of his roommate's thoughts or feelings. 
D)  listening using an active, or reflective, style.

Question 13

Jose and Anna are married and plan to have children. Their offspring represent their family of origin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Before they become sexually involved, Bill is planning to tell his new girlfriend that he contracted an STI in a previous relationship. What are the risks and benefits of his self-disclosure?

Accepted Answer

By being open with his girlfriend about

Question 15

Which two psychological factors influence your ability to establish and maintain healthy relationships?

Accepted Answer

A)  Self-control and self-concept 
B)  Self-concept and self-esteem 
C)  Self-efficacy and self-esteem 
D)  Self-motivation and self-control 
A)  Self-control and self-concept 
B)  Self-concept and self-esteem 
C)  Self-efficacy and self-esteem 
D)  Self-motivation and self-control

Question 16

Which communication style works best for resolving conflicts?

Accepted Answer

A)  Using "I" statements instead of blaming "you" messages. 
B)  Expressing anger with strong words and gestures. 
C)  Using "you" statements to show empathy and understanding. 
D)  Planning out ahead of time exactly what you will say. 
A)  Using "I" statements instead of blaming "you" messages. 
B)  Expressing anger with strong words and gestures. 
C)  Using "you" statements to show empathy and understanding. 
D)  Planning out ahead of time exactly what you will say.

Question 17

Juan and Carla recently married. Carla finds her in-laws to be invasive and thinks they intrude on the couple's private time. They believe that she is selfish and cold. She and Juan want to address these issues with Juan's parents to avoid further dissention and bad feelings. Describe a six-step conflict resolution strategy they can use to resolve this situation

Accepted Answer

1. Identify and clarify the real issue(s

Question 18

Conflict resolution is an effort to resolve differences peacefully and creatively.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Romantic relationships can end for a variety of reasons; common ones include financial and career problems, differences in sexual needs, and unmet expectations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The ability to give to and receive from others emotionally, without fear of being hurt or rejected is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A)  emotional availability. 
B)  emotional attachment. 
C)  emotional dependence. 
D)  emotional stability. 
A)  emotional availability. 
B)  emotional attachment. 
C)  emotional dependence. 
D)  emotional stability.

Exam 6: Building Healthy Relationships and Communicating Effectively

Jealousy in a relationship is a good thing because it lets your partner know that you truly care about him or her.

Gay and lesbian partners seek the same things in their primary relationships as do heterosexual partners.

Attentive listening encourages future discussion.

The ability to give and receive from others emotionally without fear of hurt is known as emotional availability.

Which of the following are possible underlying causes of jealousy?

Cohabitation is the state of two people in a romantic relationship living together without being married.

Individuals with high self-esteem respect themselves and will abandon their beliefs and values to obtain the love and support of others.

Friendships are usually the first relationships a person forms outside of the family.

April's boyfriend is someone with whom she can share her feelings freely. He meets April's need for

Compare and contrast common facial expressions and speech patterns that differentiate the communication styles of men and women.

What are four strategies for coping with a failed relationship?

When Steven has a disagreement with his roommate, he frequently interrupts and angrily stabs his finger at his chest. Steven's gestures suggest that he is

Jose and Anna are married and plan to have children. Their offspring represent their family of origin.

Before they become sexually involved, Bill is planning to tell his new girlfriend that he contracted an STI in a previous relationship. What are the risks and benefits of his self-disclosure?

Which two psychological factors influence your ability to establish and maintain healthy relationships?

Which communication style works best for resolving conflicts?

Conflict resolution is an effort to resolve differences peacefully and creatively.

Romantic relationships can end for a variety of reasons; common ones include financial and career problems, differences in sexual needs, and unmet expectations.

The ability to give to and receive from others emotionally, without fear of being hurt or rejected is referred to as

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