Question 1

Name and describe the stages of relational escalation, identifying what happens during each stage, particularly the self-disclosures that occur at each stage.

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Question 2

Thoughts about a relational termination may not be communicated to a partner during which phase?

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A) dyadic phase 
B) grave-dressing phase 
C) social phase 
D) intrapsychic phase

Question 3

What are the three ways relationships end and how does each work?

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Question 4

To show interest in another person

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A) present yourself in a positive manner. 
B) provide information about yourself. 
C) put a lot into the initial interaction. 
D) ask questions.

Question 5

To learn about another person

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A) identify and use conversation starters. 
B) adopt an other-oriented perspective. 
C) follow initiation norms. 
D) ask questions.

Question 6

When following initiation norms,

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A) deviate from the script to reduce uncertainty. 
B) disclose information to allow the other person a chance to decide whether to continue the relationship. 
C) expand and develop the conversation in safe ways. 
D) present yourself in a positive manner.

Question 7

In comparison to happy couples, unhappy couples

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A) display affection via nonverbal cues. 
B) have more humour. 
C) make attempts to avoid conflict. 
D) complain about each other's personal characteristics.

Question 8

Property, resources, and friends are divided up during which de-escalation stage?

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A) separation 
B) individualization 
C) de-intensification 
D) stagnation

Question 9

Compare and contrast indirect and direct strategies for ending a relationship.

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Question 10

Getting the other person to end a relationship by increasing the costs associated with it is the indirect strategy of

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A) withdrawal. 
B) pseudo-de-escalation. 
C) negative identity management. 
D) cost escalation.

Question 11

Negative identity management, justification, de-escalation, and positive tone are all what type of strategy for ending a relationship?

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A) direct strategies 
B) predictive strategies 
C) indirect strategies 
D) reactive strategies

Question 12

The definition of a relationship seems to lose its clarity and there is a decline of mutual acceptance during which de-escalation stage?

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A) post-intimacy 
B) individualization 
C) turmoil or stagnation 
D) de-intensification

Question 13

More than half of the time, turning points inspire

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A) the partners to escalate their relationship. 
B) discussion about the nature of the relationship. 
C) increases in trust and intimacy in the relationship. 
D) the partners to de-escalate their relationship.

Question 14

At what stage is it possible to stop de-escalation and either move into a holding pattern or return to intimacy?

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A) separation 
B) de-intensification 
C) turmoil 
D) stagnation or turmoil

Question 15

Fewer words are needed to communicate effectively in which escalation stage?

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A) initiation 
B) intensification 
C) intimacy 
D) interaction awareness

Question 16

You can reach a more accurate understanding about your partner by

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A) checking the accuracy of your perceptions. 
B) passively listening. 
C) managing conflict. 
D) gaining compliance.

Question 17

Marital satisfaction arises with

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A) the ability to express negative emotions. 
B) the number of positive feelings the partners disclose. 
C) the ability to express emotions when they get out of control. 
D) attendance at emotional encounter groups.

Question 18

When using positive tone to end a relationship, the initiator

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A) affirms the other person's personal qualities. 
B) provides a list of reasons to justify the termination. 
C) is personally critical of the other person. 
D) requests a change of the intimacy level.

Question 19

During the stagnation phase

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A) partners simply follow relational routines. 
B) couples decrease their dependence on each other for self-confirmation. 
C) partners turn to others to confirm their self- concepts. 
D) individuals make an intentional decision to eliminate further interpersonal interaction.

Question 20

A reflective turning point

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A) signals that a change has occured in a relationship. 
B) affects change in a relationship. 
C) is a significant event in your relationship. 
D) is where the relationship begins.

Exam 10: Developing, Maintaining, and Ending Interpersonal Relationships