Deck 12: Relationships

Question 1

How can you show respect to your instructors?

A) Avoid texting others during class lectures.
B) Note that you admire their educational background.
C) Take any calls you receive during lectures outside of class.
D) Speak quietly to other classmates when you have questions during lectures.

Answer 1

A

Question 2

In college, instructors expect you to draw most of your motivation from

A) mentors.
B) parents.
C) yourself.
D) counselors.

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Catherine is enrolled in an anthropology class with an instructor she has never met before. She is really interested in the topics discussed in class and would like to discuss them further. How should Catherine proceed?

A) She should discuss tangential information during class.
B) She should ask her instructor to write her a recommendation for an anthropology internship.
C) She should ask to schedule an appointment during her instructor's office hours.
D) She should search online for information about the topic instead of bothering the instructor.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Which is TRUE about instructors?

A) They are required to keep office hours.
B) They are required to change a grade that you feel is unfair.
C) They don't usually have time to discuss a problem you are having with a specific assignment.
D) They don't usually write recommendations for students.

Question 5

Academic freedom means that you

A) will have an easier time finding the "right" answer to a problem.
B) try to disagree with your instructor.
C) can share your opinions during class.
D) should accept the instructor's opinion as truth.

Question 6

In the event that you have a problem with your instructor, it is best to

A) schedule a protest of the instructor.
B) drop the class and take the course with a different instructor.
C) have your parents initiate a conference with the instructor.
D) have a discussion with the instructor.

Question 7

Carlos is having an issue with his algebra instructor, Dr. Portman, who he feels is assigning too much homework. He meets with Dr. Portman during her office hours, but she tells him that the amount of homework she assigns is appropriate and that he'll just have to work harder. Carlos still thinks that he's right. Whom should he speak to next?

A) the head of the department
B) the dean
C) his parents
D) a professional counselor

Question 8

If you are a married student, it is important to

A) take only a few classes at a time.
B) involve your family in your decisions.
C) prioritize schoolwork over time with your family.
D) pay attention to your own needs over the needs of others.

Question 9

If you are married and attending college, it is important to

A) put your studies ahead of your family.
B) focus on your own needs so you can get your degree.
C) set aside time for your spouse.
D) keep your life on campus separate from your home life.

Question 10

Which can most family difficulties be resolved with?

A) good communication
B) additional income
C) time spent alone
D) formal education

Question 11

What can you do to help your parents feel comfortable with your transition to college?

A) Let them choose a few of the classes you will take.
B) Text them updates about your activities throughout the day.
C) Answer every time they call you on the phone.
D) Schedule times during the week to catch up.

Question 12

Kelly's parents recently informed her that they are planning to divorce. Shortly thereafter, her normally well-behaved younger brother is arrested. Kelly is having a difficult time dealing with the stress of her family situation on top of the normal stress of going to college. What should she do?

A) Study and work longer hours to keep her mind busy.
B) Visit her campus's counseling center.
C) Ignore her family completely, and focus on school instead.
D) Drop out of school so that she can focus on her family.

Question 13

You are experiencing homesickness after a few months in college. What can you do to help cope?

A) Establish a new exercise routine.
B) Try to communicate less with your family.
C) Join many different groups.
D) Go to the counseling center.

Question 14

If things go wrong with your roommate, it may be helpful to

A) practice academic freedom.
B) try to become close friends.
C) state your feelings plainly and forcefully.
D) fill out a contract form.

Question 15

Kara just received a text message from her romantic partner saying they should break up. What should Kara do?

A) Text an angry response back.
B) Post disparaging comments on social media.
C) Ask to have a face-to-face meeting.
D) Ignore the text, and respond after some time has passed.

Question 16

The best way to break off a relationship with someone is to

A) send a text or e-mail.
B) do it cleanly and calmly.
C) just stop doing things together, stop making contact, and let it slowly wither.
D) do it when other people are around so your partner can't get too upset.

Question 17

What should you do if you are having trouble dealing with a breakup emotionally?

A) Spend most of your time alone.
B) Talk about the situation with everyone you know.
C) Keep your feelings bottled up inside.
D) Speak with a counselor or chaplain.

Question 18

Which is TRUE about becoming romantically involved with your instructor?

A) It is fine if you keep it to yourself and you are discreet.
B) It is never a good idea.
C) It can lead to a balanced relationship.
D) It does not usually create opportunities for sexual harassment.

Question 19

The most important aspect of a long-term or casual sexual relationship is to

A) communicate with your partner.
B) get tested for STIs once every few years.
C) use only oil-based lubricants.
D) use "you" statements when communicating.

Question 20

When communicating prior to beginning a sexual relationship with someone, you should

A) use statements like "You need to read more about contraceptive methods."
B) state the last date each person was tested for STIs.
C) expect that your partner will provide protection.
D) agree to practice monogamy.

Question 21

When using birth control, which is the most effective for both preventing unwanted pregnancy and the transmission of STIs?

A) a condom
B) a water-based lubricant
C) Gardasil
D) an oil-based lubricant

Question 22

How many women on average are sexually assaulted while incapacitated during their first year of college?

A) 1 in 4
B) 1 in 25
C) 1 in 7
D) 1 in 12

Question 23

If a friend tells you that they have been sexually assaulted, which you should NOT do?

A) Seek advice from a professional.
B) Tell all your other friends.
C) Remain empathetic and nonjudgmental.
D) Talk with them about how to proceed.

Question 24

When using technology to communicate with others, you should

A) keep your messages lighthearted.
B) assume that online communication is more efficient.
C) recognize that your posts are permanent.
D) presume that your posts are private.

Question 25

Which term refers to any behavior performed through electronic or digital media that repeatedly intends to inflict harm or discomfort on another individual?

A) online identity
B) academic freedom
C) assault
D) cyberbullying

Question 26

One method of becoming comfortable in the college environment is to

A) get involved in campus life.
B) live off-campus your first year.
C) frequent the college bookstore.
D) spend most of your free time in the library.

Question 27

What does the text suggest you do when getting involved with college organizations?

A) Wait until you have a job before getting involved.
B) Join as many organizations as you can.
C) Join the same organizations as your friends.
D) Attend one of the organization's meetings before deciding whether to join.

Question 28

What is Greek rush?

A) member recruitment for a Greek social organization
B) a campus council of Greek social organization presidents
C) a group of students that belong to a Greek social organization
D) fees paid to a Greek social organization to be a member

Question 29

A major difference between working on campus and working off campus is that

A) off-campus employers are typically more flexible in helping you balance your study demands and work schedule.
B) working on campus provides you with valuable contacts with influential people.
C) getting a job on campus is easier.
D) on-campus jobs generally pay more than off-campus jobs.

Question 30

Students who respect instructors come to class promptly and regularly and take their work seriously.

Question 31

Most instructors are open, friendly, and easy to approach.

Question 32

It would be unfair to expect an instructor to provide meaningful feedback on papers and exams to every student.

Question 33

College instructors discourage students from asking for appointments and prefer that students talk to them after class.

Question 34

Academic freedom is virtually unlimited freedom of speech and inquiry as long as human lives, rights, and privacy are not violated.

Question 35

It is important to maintain your family relationships while attending college.

Question 36

The one sure way to have a good, compatible roommate is to room with your best friend.

Question 37

If you post a photo on Facebook and your privacy settings prevent the public from seeing it, there is no way for anyone other than your friends to view it.

Question 38

A balance in academics and campus involvement is a desirable quality in prospective employees.

Question 39

Identify four behaviors that reflect a lack of respect for instructors.

Question 40

Discuss how a student's cultural background may affect family relationships and responsibilities as they relate to being in college.

Question 41

Give an important piece of advice to a new first-year student about how to handle relationships during college.

Question 42

Describe the three steps students should take if they are having roommate problems.

Question 43

What should you do when it is time to end a romantic relationship, and what should you do if the other person does not respond in a mature fashion?

Question 44

Explain to a friend how to protect himself or herself while using social media sites like Facebook and why this is important.

Question 45

Describe how you are developing relationships through on-campus involvement. Do you think you are striking a healthy balance between campus involvement and academics? Explain your answer.

Question 46

Describe the advantages and disadvantages of becoming part of a Greek social organization. How could joining a fraternity or sorority help or hurt you?

Question 47

Name two advantages to having an on-campus job.