Question 1

If your relational partner feels unlovable and unworthy, he or she may be experiencing attachment anxiety.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Discuss the overall value of self-disclosure in personal relationships. Compare and contrast both the benefits and risks of engaging in self-disclosure.

Accepted Answer

The benefits of self-disclosure are increased mental health and stability, closeness to others, and increased relational intimacy; the risks are that information disclosed can hurt or be used against you.

Question 3

Explain how low self-esteem can spawn a vicious cycle.

Accepted Answer

As Figure 2.1 on page 29 shows in the text, negative beliefs lead to low self-esteem, which further fuels initial negative beliefs.

Question 4

According to the Interpersonal Process Model of Intimacy, closeness is based solely on your self-disclosure to others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Explain the social penetration theory, and provide an example of how it impacts self-disclosure in interpersonal relationships.

Accepted Answer

Using the metaphor of the onion, disclos

Question 6

What are some ways you can improve your self-disclosure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Know your self. 
B)  Know others. 
C)  Be sensitive to cultural differences. 
D)  Gradually disclose intermediate and central aspects of your self. 
E)  all of the options are correct 
A)  Know your self. 
B)  Know others. 
C)  Be sensitive to cultural differences. 
D)  Gradually disclose intermediate and central aspects of your self. 
E)  all of the options are correct

Question 7

A self-fulfilling prophecy occurs when

Accepted Answer

A)  thinking and believing decrease the likelihood of an event. 
B)  predictions lead you to behave in ways that ensure the predictions come true. 
C)  you fail to live up to the labels others place on you. 
D)  you fail to act as others expect. 
E)  none of the options is correct 
A)  thinking and believing decrease the likelihood of an event. 
B)  predictions lead you to behave in ways that ensure the predictions come true. 
C)  you fail to live up to the labels others place on you. 
D)  you fail to act as others expect. 
E)  none of the options is correct

Question 8

While at the park with friends, Mia boasts about what a good gymnast she was when growing up. When she attempts to show off her cartwheel, she fails and falls to the ground. What is Mia likely to experience as a result?

Accepted Answer

A)  individualism 
B)  losing face 
C)  embarrassment 
D)  both B and C are correct 
E)  none of the options is correct 
A)  individualism 
B)  losing face 
C)  embarrassment 
D)  both B and C are correct 
E)  none of the options is correct

Question 9

Self-awareness and self-esteem are synonymous.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Our self-esteem is composed of what two mental standards?

Accepted Answer

Self-esteem is compo

Question 11

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition.
-An evolving composite of self-awareness, self-concept, and self-esteem.

Accepted Answer

A)  attachment anxiety 
B)  attachment avoidance 
C)  culture 
D)  dismissive attachment 
E)  embarrassment
F) face
G) fearful attachment
H) gender
I) interpersonal process model of intimacy
J) intimacy
K) looking-glass self
L) mask
M) preoccupied attachment
N) secure attachment
O) self
P) self-awareness
Q) self-concept
R) self-disclosure
S) self-discrepancy theory
T) self-esteem
U) self-fulfilling prophecies
V) social comparison
W) social penetration theory
X) warranting value 
A)  attachment anxiety 
B)  attachment avoidance 
C)  culture 
D)  dismissive attachment 
E)  embarrassment
F) face
G) fearful attachment
H) gender
I) interpersonal process model of intimacy
J) intimacy
K) looking-glass self
L) mask
M) preoccupied attachment
N) secure attachment
O) self
P) self-awareness
Q) self-concept
R) self-disclosure
S) self-discrepancy theory
T) self-esteem
U) self-fulfilling prophecies
V) social comparison
W) social penetration theory
X) warranting value

Question 12

According to the social penetration theory, depth refers to the number of different aspects of self a relational partner reveals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition.
-Comparing your ideal self and your ought self to determine your self-esteem.

Accepted Answer

A)  attachment anxiety 
B)  attachment avoidance 
C)  culture 
D)  dismissive attachment 
E)  embarrassment
F) face
G) fearful attachment
H) gender
I) interpersonal process model of intimacy
J) intimacy
K) looking-glass self
L) mask
M) preoccupied attachment
N) secure attachment
O) self
P) self-awareness
Q) self-concept
R) self-disclosure
S) self-discrepancy theory
T) self-esteem
U) self-fulfilling prophecies
V) social comparison
W) social penetration theory
X) warranting value 
A)  attachment anxiety 
B)  attachment avoidance 
C)  culture 
D)  dismissive attachment 
E)  embarrassment
F) face
G) fearful attachment
H) gender
I) interpersonal process model of intimacy
J) intimacy
K) looking-glass self
L) mask
M) preoccupied attachment
N) secure attachment
O) self
P) self-awareness
Q) self-concept
R) self-disclosure
S) self-discrepancy theory
T) self-esteem
U) self-fulfilling prophecies
V) social comparison
W) social penetration theory
X) warranting value

Question 14

Which of the following serves as an effective metaphor for the social penetration theory?

Accepted Answer

A)  broccoli 
B)  asparagus 
C)  carrot 
D)  cucumber 
E)  onion 
A)  broccoli 
B)  asparagus 
C)  carrot 
D)  cucumber 
E)  onion

Question 15

If Mark has never had a long-term relationship because he reacts negatively to any perceived problem or "bump" in the relationship, what type of attachment style is Mark likely to have?

Accepted Answer

A)  secure 
B)  none of the options is correct 
C)  fearful 
D)  dismissive 
E)  preoccupied 
A)  secure 
B)  none of the options is correct 
C)  fearful 
D)  dismissive 
E)  preoccupied

Question 16

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition.
-Degree to which online information is supported by other people or evidence.

Accepted Answer

A)  attachment anxiety 
B)  attachment avoidance 
C)  culture 
D)  dismissive attachment 
E)  embarrassment
F) face
G) fearful attachment
H) gender
I) interpersonal process model of intimacy
J) intimacy
K) looking-glass self
L) mask
M) preoccupied attachment
N) secure attachment
O) self
P) self-awareness
Q) self-concept
R) self-disclosure
S) self-discrepancy theory
T) self-esteem
U) self-fulfilling prophecies
V) social comparison
W) social penetration theory
X) warranting value 
A)  attachment anxiety 
B)  attachment avoidance 
C)  culture 
D)  dismissive attachment 
E)  embarrassment
F) face
G) fearful attachment
H) gender
I) interpersonal process model of intimacy
J) intimacy
K) looking-glass self
L) mask
M) preoccupied attachment
N) secure attachment
O) self
P) self-awareness
Q) self-concept
R) self-disclosure
S) self-discrepancy theory
T) self-esteem
U) self-fulfilling prophecies
V) social comparison
W) social penetration theory
X) warranting value

Question 17

If you perceive yourself as professionally capable and do well in a job interview as a result, your experience exemplifies

Accepted Answer

A)  social comparison. 
B)  the looking-glass self. 
C)  self-discrepancy theory. 
D)  a self-fulfilling prophecy. 
E)  none of the options is correct 
A)  social comparison. 
B)  the looking-glass self. 
C)  self-discrepancy theory. 
D)  a self-fulfilling prophecy. 
E)  none of the options is correct

Question 18

If you have a secure attachment style, you are more likely

Accepted Answer

A)  to develop stable relationships. 
B)  to be in the majority. 
C)  to be more trusting. 
D)  to have high self-esteem. 
E)  all of the options are correct 
A)  to develop stable relationships. 
B)  to be in the majority. 
C)  to be more trusting. 
D)  to have high self-esteem. 
E)  all of the options are correct

Question 19

When communicating online, you should

Accepted Answer

A)  remain aware of your face. 
B)  remember that viewers tend to perceive you based upon your intended self-perception. 
C)  never present a mask. 
D)  never presume the gender of someone you are communicating with. 
E)  all of the options are correct 
A)  remain aware of your face. 
B)  remember that viewers tend to perceive you based upon your intended self-perception. 
C)  never present a mask. 
D)  never presume the gender of someone you are communicating with. 
E)  all of the options are correct

Question 20

Self-fulfilling prophecies can set both positive and negative events in motion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

If your relational partner feels unlovable and unworthy, he or she may be experiencing attachment anxiety.

Discuss the overall value of self-disclosure in personal relationships. Compare and contrast both the benefits and risks of engaging in self-disclosure.

Explain how low self-esteem can spawn a vicious cycle.

According to the Interpersonal Process Model of Intimacy, closeness is based solely on your self-disclosure to others.

Explain the social penetration theory, and provide an example of how it impacts self-disclosure in interpersonal relationships.

What are some ways you can improve your self-disclosure?

A self-fulfilling prophecy occurs when

While at the park with friends, Mia boasts about what a good gymnast she was when growing up. When she attempts to show off her cartwheel, she fails and falls to the ground. What is Mia likely to experience as a result?

Self-awareness and self-esteem are synonymous.

Our self-esteem is composed of what two mental standards?

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -An evolving composite of self-awareness, self-concept, and self-esteem.

According to the social penetration theory, depth refers to the number of different aspects of self a relational partner reveals.

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -Comparing your ideal self and your ought self to determine your self-esteem.

Which of the following serves as an effective metaphor for the social penetration theory?

If Mark has never had a long-term relationship because he reacts negatively to any perceived problem or "bump" in the relationship, what type of attachment style is Mark likely to have?

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -Degree to which online information is supported by other people or evidence.

If you perceive yourself as professionally capable and do well in a job interview as a result, your experience exemplifies

If you have a secure attachment style, you are more likely

When communicating online, you should

Self-fulfilling prophecies can set both positive and negative events in motion.

Introducing Interpersonal Communication

Perceiving Others

Experiencing and Expressing Emotions

Understanding Culture

Listening Actively

Communicating Verbally

Communicating Nonverbally

Managing Conflict and Power

Relationships With Romantic Partners

Relationships With Family Members

Relationships With Friends

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Exam 2: Considering Self

If your relational partner feels unlovable and unworthy, he or she may be experiencing attachment anxiety.

Discuss the overall value of self-disclosure in personal relationships. Compare and contrast both the benefits and risks of engaging in self-disclosure.

Explain how low self-esteem can spawn a vicious cycle.

According to the Interpersonal Process Model of Intimacy, closeness is based solely on your self-disclosure to others.

Explain the social penetration theory, and provide an example of how it impacts self-disclosure in interpersonal relationships.

What are some ways you can improve your self-disclosure?

A self-fulfilling prophecy occurs when

While at the park with friends, Mia boasts about what a good gymnast she was when growing up. When she attempts to show off her cartwheel, she fails and falls to the ground. What is Mia likely to experience as a result?

Self-awareness and self-esteem are synonymous.

Our self-esteem is composed of what two mental standards?

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -An evolving composite of self-awareness, self-concept, and self-esteem.

According to the social penetration theory, depth refers to the number of different aspects of self a relational partner reveals.

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -Comparing your ideal self and your ought self to determine your self-esteem.

Which of the following serves as an effective metaphor for the social penetration theory?

If Mark has never had a long-term relationship because he reacts negatively to any perceived problem or "bump" in the relationship, what type of attachment style is Mark likely to have?

Match the concept, term, or theory with its correct response or definition. -Degree to which online information is supported by other people or evidence.

If you perceive yourself as professionally capable and do well in a job interview as a result, your experience exemplifies

If you have a secure attachment style, you are more likely

When communicating online, you should

Self-fulfilling prophecies can set both positive and negative events in motion.

Introducing Interpersonal Communication

Perceiving Others

Experiencing and Expressing Emotions

Understanding Culture

Listening Actively

Communicating Verbally

Communicating Nonverbally

Managing Conflict and Power

Relationships With Romantic Partners

Relationships With Family Members

Relationships With Friends

Filters