Deck 3: Social Connections

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a difference between friendships and intimate partnerships?

A) Partnerships involve deeper levels of connection.
B) Friendships tend to be more stable and longer lasting.
C) Friendships are more exclusive.
D) Partnerships have a sexual component.

Answer 1

Friendships are more exclusive.

Question 2

One's biological status as a male or female,usually established at birth by the appearance of external genitals,is referred to as one's

A) gender identity.
B) gender.
C) orientation.
D) sex.

Answer 2

sex.

Question 3

According to a recent survey,________ of Americans report having people in their lives they can trust and turn to for support.

A) only about half
B) 60 percent
C) 75 percent
D) almost all

Answer 3

almost all

Question 4

Research generally suggests that being ________ is NOT an effective strategy in finding a life partner.

A) indirect
B) respectful
C) flexible
D) straightforward

Question 5

The meaning behind the message,conveyed by nonverbal behavior and situational factors,is called the

A) metamessage.
B) true message.
C) nonverbal communication.
D) alpha message.

Question 6

Which of the following is typically characteristic of men rather than women,according to the gender differences in communication found by Deborah Tannen?

A) Men tend to believe a question is not simply a question but the opening for a negotiation.
B) Men tend to believe the goal is to "fix" the problem being communicated.
C) Men tend to appreciate discussion as evidence of involvement.
D) Men are inclined to do what is asked of them.

Question 7

We are more likely to be happy if we have a close friend living within a mile,but this requirement may be changing due to which of the following?

A) lower fuel prices
B) social media forums and smartphones
C) increased variety of at-home entertainment
D) "Millennial generation" focus on self

Question 8

The use of "I" statements when speaking

A) makes the listener feel insignificant.
B) is less productive than the use of "you" statements.
C) gives you a competitive advantage in the conversation.
D) allows you to be clear without blaming or accusing.

Question 9

According to Tannen,men are more likely than women to use communication to

A) compete.
B) connect.
C) create intimacy.
D) look for common ground.

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of transgender individuals?

A) experiencing emotional and sexual attraction to members of the same sex
B) identifying strongly with the other sex
C) experiencing a sense of inappropriateness about one's sex
D) having a sense of identity as male or female that conflicts with one's biological sex

Question 11

The theory that people look for someone who fills our emotional needs as well as our need for security,money,and goods is known as ________ theory.

A) similarity
B) social exchange
C) love triangle
D) companionate

Question 12

Behaviors and characteristics considered appropriate for a male or female in a particular culture is called one's

A) sex.
B) gender.
C) orientation.
D) gender identity.

Question 13

Friendship is a(n)________ relationship.

A) public
B) reciprocal
C) exclusive
D) brief and intense

Question 14

"Masculine" and "feminine" traits are

A) universal and recognized in all human cultures.
B) fixed before birth, except in the case of certain kinds of mutation.
C) largely learned via the process of socialization during childhood.
D) also referred to as "gender dysphoria."

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT one of the dimensions in Sternberg's Love Triangle?

A) intimacy
B) passion
C) commitment
D) romance

Question 16

In Sternberg's Love Triangle,the emotional component of love is called

A) intimacy.
B) commitment.
C) cohabitation.
D) passion.

Question 17

Which of the following makes it more likely that two people will develop a romantic relationship?

A) proximity
B) having different opinions and attitudes
C) differing physical characteristics such as age and attractiveness
D) differing levels of educational attainment

Question 18

Researchers believe that the experience of being "lovesick" involves an increase in levels of which of the following?

A) serotonin
B) adrenaline
C) melatonin
D) dopamine

Question 19

Which of the following means standing up for yourself without violating the rights of others?

A) aggressiveness
B) assertiveness
C) passiveness
D) companionship

Question 20

A person with female genitals usually has XX chromosomes,and a person with male genitals usually has ________ chromosomes.

A) YY
B) XY
C) XXY
D) XO

Question 21

The emotional component of love that includes feelings of closeness,warmth,openness,and affection is known as intimacy.

Question 22

Assets in forming healthy relationships include a healthy sense of self,reasonably high self-esteem,and the ability to be alone and to be with others.

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT among the best predictors of a happy marriage?

A) agreement on religious and ethical values
B) realistic attitudes about the relationship and the challenges of marriage
C) a high value placed on independence
D) egalitarian roles

Question 24

Same-sex couples often have to deal with

A) homophobia.
B) rigid roles and responsibilities.
C) poor communication skills.
D) increased risk of sexually transmitted diseases.

Question 25

In comparison with the general public,spiritually connected people

A) tend to have poor dietary habits.
B) are reluctant to alter their health habits.
C) tend to avoid seeking medical treatment.
D) are likely to receive support from others.

Question 26

When attempting to resolve conflict with a partner,keep the topic narrow.

Question 27

Based on Sternberg's triangular model,love with intimacy and passion but no commitment is known as empty love.

Question 28

The "lovesick" phenomenon is actually a myth.

Question 29

Sandy has euphoric feelings while working with children at the Ronald McDonald House.She is experiencing

A) a helper's high.
B) volunteerism bliss.
C) resilience.
D) a flowthrough.

Question 30

Studies have shown that spiritual practices such as meditation and prayer

A) cause individuals to become disassociated with reality.
B) reduce the secretion of stress hormones.
C) are valuable only when practiced in organized groups.
D) are believed by practitioners to be helpful but have no measurable clinical benefits.

Question 31

In June 2015,the Supreme Court ruled that same-sex marriage is legal in the United States.

Question 32

In Sternberg's triangular theory of love,love with intimacy,passion,and commitment is known as companionate love.

Question 33

Based on Sternberg's triangular model,love with intimacy and commitment but no passion is companionate love.

Question 34

People tend to monitor their verbal behavior much more carefully than their nonverbal behavior.

Question 35

When searching for a partner,casting a wide net makes sense.

Question 36

Effective communication employs generalizations and passionate defense of arguments.

Question 37

In the United States,who specifies the rights and responsibilities of the partners in a marriage?

A) federal government
B) city government
C) religious organizations
D) state government

Question 38

Which of the following statements about cohabitation is true?

A) Cohabitation is defined by the U.S. government as two people of the same or opposite sex living together as unmarried partners.
B) Fewer than 50 percent of women enter a cohabiting relationship in their lifetime.
C) Only about 30 percent of marriages are preceded by a cohabiting relationship.
D) Some studies have shown that cohabitation decreases the likelihood of success in marriage.

Question 39

Which of the following statements about spirituality is FALSE?

A) Spirituality is defined as a connection to self, others, and community.
B) Spirituality involves a personal value system.
C) Spirituality requires participation in organized religion.
D) Spirituality provides a sense of purpose and meaning.

Question 40

How does service learning encourage students to take on a positive role in their community?

A) Service learning teaches students to be leaders in their community.
B) Service learning makes students more self-aware.
C) Service learning teaches students how to get involved in the lives of others.
D) Service learning teaches students the proper way to resolve community issues.

Question 41

More than half of the nation's medical schools now offer courses on spirituality and medicine.

Question 42

The purpose of service learning is to integrate community service with academic study by enriching learning,teaching civic responsibility,and strengthening communities.

Question 43

Androgynous individuals display characteristics or perform tasks traditionally associated with the both sexes.

Question 44

Friendships are ________ relationships based on mutual liking and caring.

Question 45

Donating money is associated with the same health benefits as volunteer work that involves direct contact.

Question 46

In long-term relationships,both sexes tend to prefer a partner who integrates masculine and feminine traits.

Question 47

Over the past few decades,the divorce rate has increased at an almost constant rate.

Question 48

Married people tend to live longer than single or divorced people do.

Question 49

Researchers think the experience of love involves increased levels of the neurotransmitter ________.

Question 50

Having strong personal relationships improves health and self-esteem.

Question 51

Organized religion and spirituality are synonymous.

Question 52

The percentage of Americans who marry and live together as married couples has continuously declined over the years.

Question 53

Compared with friendships,partnerships are more exclusive,involve deeper levels of commitment and caring,and have a(n)________ component.

Question 54

Individuals who volunteer may experience a "helper's high" that is similar to a "runner's high."

Question 55

Men are more likely than women to have a sexual affair during marriage.

Question 56

In Sternberg's love triangle,the sexual component of love is called ________.

Question 57

All people who volunteer experience similar health benefits.

Question 58

Divorce is a leading cause of poverty.

Question 59

The term gender dysphoria is used to describe a person who does not display overt characteristics of either sex.

Question 60

One of the most consistent research findings is that spiritually involved persons stay healthier and live longer.

Question 61

In health promotion literature,________ is commonly defined as a person's connection to self,significant others,and the community at large.

Question 62

When a person has a sense of identity as a male or female that conflicts with his or her biological sex,the person is said to be ________.

Question 63

The ________ is the unspoken message sent or received in communication.

Question 64

A good deal of communication takes place through facial expressions,eye contact,gestures,body position,and other forms of ________ communication.

Question 65

In Sternberg's love triangle,the decision aspect of a relationship is called ________.

Question 66

Education that combines academic study with community service is called ________.

Question 67

Spiritual connectedness appears to be associated with high levels of ________ quality of life,which is the physical,psychological,social,and spiritual aspects of a person's daily experience.

Question 68

People who volunteer and provide community service may experience a(n)________ similar to what is experienced by runners.

Question 69

Individuals that are ________ experience emotional and sexual attraction to members of the same sex.

Question 70

The dynamic balance between separateness and togetherness in both couple and family relationships is known as ________.

Question 71

Families known as ________ families,in which one or more partners bring children from a previous marriage,are becoming very common in the United States.

Question 72

The arrangement known as ________,in which an unmarried couple shares living quarters,is increasingly common.

Question 73

Individuals that are ________ experience emotional and sexual attraction to members of the opposite sex.

Question 74

The masculine or feminine behaviors and characteristics considered appropriate for a male or female in a particular culture are known as ________.

Question 75

The dynamic balance between stability and change in both couple and family relationships is known as ________.

Question 76

A(n)________ role is a set of behaviors and activities a person engages in to conform to society's expectations of his or her sex.

Question 77

Spirituality involves a personal belief or ________ system that gives meaning and purpose to life.

Question 78

The term ________ refers to a person's emotional,sexual,and romantic attraction to a member of the same sex,the other sex,or both.

Question 79

When you are the listener in a conversation,the most important thing you can do is ________.