Question 1

Intimate partnerships differ from friendships in that intimate partnerships

Accepted Answer

A) do not require exclusiveness. 
B) are more accepting and less critical. 
C) are more stable and enduring over time. 
D) include the presence of sexual desire.

Question 2

If Jake and Sally marry without changes in the basic elements of their relationship,the marriage may end in divorce because

Accepted Answer

A) Jake is not supportive of Sally. 
B) they made a premature commitment,with one partner more serious than the other. 
C) Jake values his friends more than he does Sally. 
D) Sally has become too competitive in the relationship and is unwilling to compromise on her position.

Question 3

Initial attraction is most likely to be based largely on looks,dress,and social status.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Out of necessity,commitment and passion do diminish over time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Sally's jealousy could be an indicator of

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Which of the following factors is NOT associated with the increasing popularity of cohabitation?

Accepted Answer

A) increased availability of contraceptives 
B) younger average age at marriage 
C) greater social acceptance of premarital sex 
D) a larger pool of single and divorced people

Question 7

Intimacy and sex are the same.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

All of the following are steps in effective conflict resolution EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) clarifying the issue. 
B) finding out what each person wants. 
C) not giving in to compromise. 
D) reviewing and negotiating.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic that helps couples avoid marital dissatisfaction after the birth of a baby?

Accepted Answer

A) having a strong relationship before the baby is born 
B) earning a high annual income 
C) planning for the birth of the child beforehand 
D) communicating about feelings and expectations

Question 10

The ability to interpret nonverbal messages correctly is important to the success of relationships.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Current research reveals that men and women find it equally easy to separate love and sex.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

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 13

Legally,marital status affects all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) Social Security benefits. 
B) federal tax status. 
C) medical decision making. 
D) the right to use contraceptives.

Question 14

The roots of our identity and sense of self are found in our

Accepted Answer

A) childhood. 
B) peer group. 
C) profession. 
D) community.

Question 15

If you and your partner find that you argue again and again over the same issue,you should

Accepted Answer

A) seek professional help. 
B) end the relationship. 
C) accept the differences between you. 
D) deal with the issue at another time.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT among the important guidelines for ending a relationship?

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."

Question 17

If you want to pursue an online relationship,

Accepted Answer

A) use sexually oriented websites that will get your message across. 
B) hold out for a "perfect" partner;after all,you have thousands to choose from. 
C) give out only your name and place of employment/school;never give out your phone number. 
D) find out the other person's situation and intention for the relationship.

Question 18

_______________ is NOT a sign of an unhealthy relationship.

Accepted Answer

A) Physical or emotional abuse 
B) Conflict 
C) Codependency 
D) Communicative withdrawal

Question 19

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

Question 20

People who have a positive self-concept are more likely to develop successful intimate relationships.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 4: Intimate Relationships and Communication

Intimate partnerships differ from friendships in that intimate partnerships

If Jake and Sally marry without changes in the basic elements of their relationship,the marriage may end in divorce because

Initial attraction is most likely to be based largely on looks,dress,and social status.

Out of necessity,commitment and passion do diminish over time.

Sally's jealousy could be an indicator of

Which of the following factors is NOT associated with the increasing popularity of cohabitation?

Intimacy and sex are the same.

All of the following are steps in effective conflict resolution EXCEPT

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic that helps couples avoid marital dissatisfaction after the birth of a baby?

The ability to interpret nonverbal messages correctly is important to the success of relationships.

Current research reveals that men and women find it equally easy to separate love and sex.

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

Legally,marital status affects all of the following EXCEPT

The roots of our identity and sense of self are found in our

If you and your partner find that you argue again and again over the same issue,you should

Which of the following is NOT among the important guidelines for ending a relationship?

If you want to pursue an online relationship,

_______________ is NOT a sign of an unhealthy relationship.

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

People who have a positive self-concept are more likely to develop successful intimate relationships.