Question 1

Gay and lesbian couples have many similarities with heterosexual couples.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Jake and Sally have dated for several months. They have talked briefly about marriage and more extensively about living together. They have a strong sexual attraction to each other and describe their relationship as passionate. Sally feels very lucky to have met someone like Jake and wants to spend all of their free time together. She is even willing to take up Jake's hobbies so that they can be together all of the time. Lately, Sally has developed an intense jealousy over Jake's spending time with his friends from work. Jake cares for Sally but wants to maintain some degree of freedom.
-Jake and Sally's relationship is based on which type of love?

Accepted Answer

A) committed love 
B) mature love 
C) infatuation 
D) codependency 
A) committed love 
B) mature love 
C) infatuation 
D) codependency

Question 3

All of the following are important guidelines for ending a relationship EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) "Give the relationship a fair chance before breaking up." 
B) "Be fair and honest." 
C) "Be tactful." 
D) "Move on as quickly as possible." 
A) "Give the relationship a fair chance before breaking up." 
B) "Be fair and honest." 
C) "Be tactful." 
D) "Move on as quickly as possible."

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a constructive strategy for conflict resolution?

Accepted Answer

A) finding out what the other person wants 
B) clarifying the issue 
C) reviewing and renegotiating 
D) issuing an ultimatum 
A) finding out what the other person wants 
B) clarifying the issue 
C) reviewing and renegotiating 
D) issuing an ultimatum

Question 5

Researchers have proposed six major qualities that appear in strong families.Identify and explain at least three of these qualities.

Accepted Answer

The six major qualities that appear in s

Question 6

Conflict can be a sign that a relationship is growing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

In order to develop an identity as a couple,individuals need to lose some autonomy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Jake and Sally have dated for several months. They have talked briefly about marriage and more extensively about living together. They have a strong sexual attraction to each other and describe their relationship as passionate. Sally feels very lucky to have met someone like Jake and wants to spend all of their free time together. She is even willing to take up Jake's hobbies so that they can be together all of the time. Lately, Sally has developed an intense jealousy over Jake's spending time with his friends from work. Jake cares for Sally but wants to maintain some degree of freedom.
-Sally's jealousy is an indicator of

Accepted Answer

A) possessiveness. 
B) love. 
C) intimacy. 
D) commitment. 
A) possessiveness. 
B) love. 
C) intimacy. 
D) commitment.

Question 9

Having the conviction that you are always right is harmless competitiveness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Jake and Sally have dated for several months. They have talked briefly about marriage and more extensively about living together. They have a strong sexual attraction to each other and describe their relationship as passionate. Sally feels very lucky to have met someone like Jake and wants to spend all of their free time together. She is even willing to take up Jake's hobbies so that they can be together all of the time. Lately, Sally has developed an intense jealousy over Jake's spending time with his friends from work. Jake cares for Sally but wants to maintain some degree of freedom.
-If Jake and Sally were to marry without changes in the basic elements of their relationship,the marriage will probably end in divorce because

Accepted Answer

A) Jake does not love Sally. 
B) Sally has unrealistic expectations. 
C) Jake values his friends more than he does Sally. 
D) Sally does not love Jake. 
A) Jake does not love Sally. 
B) Sally has unrealistic expectations. 
C) Jake values his friends more than he does Sally. 
D) Sally does not love Jake.

Question 11

Which of the following is usually the basis of first attraction to another person?

Accepted Answer

A) values 
B) appearance 
C) religious affiliation 
D) educational level 
A) values 
B) appearance 
C) religious affiliation 
D) educational level

Question 12

The foundation of most relationships is sexual compatibility.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The best way to handle anger in a relationship is to face it head on,immediately,with little thought.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

As relationships grow,many couples face challenges.List and describe three of the common challenges you have experienced or observed,and give strategies for coping with each.

Accepted Answer

One common challenge that many couples f

Question 15

If your partner expresses unhappiness about your relationship,it is best to

Accepted Answer

A) validate your partner's feelings and disclose your own feelings. 
B) defend yourself and your actions. 
C) leave the room before saying something you will regret. 
D) offer constructive criticism on how your partner can meet your needs. 
A) validate your partner's feelings and disclose your own feelings. 
B) defend yourself and your actions. 
C) leave the room before saying something you will regret. 
D) offer constructive criticism on how your partner can meet your needs.

Question 16

Women are more likely to head single-parent households than are men.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Blended family is another term for stepfamily.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The most important question for potential mates is,

Accepted Answer

A) "How much money do you make?" 
B) "How much do we have in common?" 
C) "How attractive are you?" 
D) "Will your parents like me?" 
A) "How much money do you make?" 
B) "How much do we have in common?" 
C) "How attractive are you?" 
D) "Will your parents like me?"

Question 19

It is possible to work on unresolved,past issues within an adult relationship.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

A successful relationship has proven to improve an individual's

Accepted Answer

A) physical strength. 
B) ability to feel secure. 
C) professional status. 
D) earning power. 
A) physical strength. 
B) ability to feel secure. 
C) professional status. 
D) earning power.

Gay and lesbian couples have many similarities with heterosexual couples.

All of the following are important guidelines for ending a relationship EXCEPT

Which of the following is NOT a constructive strategy for conflict resolution?

Researchers have proposed six major qualities that appear in strong families.Identify and explain at least three of these qualities.

Conflict can be a sign that a relationship is growing.

In order to develop an identity as a couple,individuals need to lose some autonomy.

Having the conviction that you are always right is harmless competitiveness.

Which of the following is usually the basis of first attraction to another person?

The foundation of most relationships is sexual compatibility.

The best way to handle anger in a relationship is to face it head on,immediately,with little thought.

As relationships grow,many couples face challenges.List and describe three of the common challenges you have experienced or observed,and give strategies for coping with each.

If your partner expresses unhappiness about your relationship,it is best to

Women are more likely to head single-parent households than are men.

Blended family is another term for stepfamily.

The most important question for potential mates is,

It is possible to work on unresolved,past issues within an adult relationship.

A successful relationship has proven to improve an individual's

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Gay and lesbian couples have many similarities with heterosexual couples.

All of the following are important guidelines for ending a relationship EXCEPT

Which of the following is NOT a constructive strategy for conflict resolution?

Researchers have proposed six major qualities that appear in strong families.Identify and explain at least three of these qualities.

Conflict can be a sign that a relationship is growing.

In order to develop an identity as a couple,individuals need to lose some autonomy.

Having the conviction that you are always right is harmless competitiveness.

Which of the following is usually the basis of first attraction to another person?

The foundation of most relationships is sexual compatibility.

The best way to handle anger in a relationship is to face it head on,immediately,with little thought.

As relationships grow,many couples face challenges.List and describe three of the common challenges you have experienced or observed,and give strategies for coping with each.

If your partner expresses unhappiness about your relationship,it is best to

Women are more likely to head single-parent households than are men.

Blended family is another term for stepfamily.

The most important question for potential mates is,

It is possible to work on unresolved,past issues within an adult relationship.

A successful relationship has proven to improve an individual's

Taking Charge of Your Health

Stress: The Constant Challenge

Psychological Health

Sex and Your Body

Contraception

Abortion

Pregnancy and Childbirth

Drug Misuse and Addiction

Alcohol Misuse and Alcoholism

Tobacco Use

Nutrition Basics

Exercise for Health and Fitness

Weight Management

Cardiovascular Health

Cancer

Immunity and Infection

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Environmental Health

Conventional and Complementary Medicine

Personal Safety

Aging: A Vital Process

Dying and Death

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