Deck 6: Building Healthy Relationships and Communicating Effectively

Question 1

Which two psychological factors influence your ability to establish and maintain healthy relationships?

A) Self-control and self-concept
B) Self-concept and self-esteem
C) Self-efficacy and self-esteem
D) Self-motivation and self-control

Answer 1

Self-concept and self-esteem

Question 2

According to Sternberg's theory of love, which of the following defines consummate love?

A) Combination of history, commitment, and common interests
B) Combination of intimacy, friendship, and assistance
C) Combination of desire, fascination, and passion
D) Combination of intimacy, passion, and commitment

Answer 2

Combination of intimacy, passion, and commitment

Question 3

Frank chooses to spend time with his girlfriend even though he is going to miss an important review for his chemistry final. Which quality of a love relationship does this characterize?

A) Fascination
B) Exclusiveness
C) Advocacy
D) Giving

Answer 3

Fascination

Question 4

The key to resolving conflict in a relationship is

A) having open and honest communication with your partner.
B) expressing your concerns to a friend to obtain an objective opinion.
C) ignoring minor differences and conflict to keep the peace.
D) asking your partner to change his or her behavior to meet your needs.

Question 5

Trust in relationships is created based on

A) predictability, passion, and commitment.
B) dependability, sharing, and communication.
C) optimism, faith, and support.
D) predictability, dependability, and faith.

Question 6

Healthy love relationships and friendships both require

A) trust and respect.
B) similar intelligence levels.
C) shared interests.
D) advanced communication skills .

Question 7

Phoebe and Dwight are close friends who share their worries and concerns. Which characteristic of intimate relationships does this reflect?

A) Behavioral independence
B) Need fulfillment
C) Emotional attachment
D) Emotional availability

Question 8

Kayla and Emily are best friends. They know they can depend on each other to listen to their worries and problems. Which relationship need is being met by their friendship?

A) Attachment
B) Social integration
C) Nurturance
D) Assistance

Question 9

The characteristic of intimate relationships that causes feelings of love is

A) infatuation.
B) behavioral interdependence.
C) emotional attachment.
D) emotional availability.

Question 10

When Adam is alone with his girlfriend, his heart races and he feels sexually aroused. This type of love is

A) companionate love.
B) passionate love.
C) intimate love.
D) committed love.

Question 11

In our early years, our most significant relationships are those with

A) friends.
B) caregivers.
C) family.
D) teachers.

Question 12

During Janine's early childhood, the other people in her household were her mother and maternal grandparents. This represents her

A) extended family.
B) family of origin.
C) communal living arrangement.
D) blended family.

Question 13

A man loses his wife of 30 years. He feels empty and misses her presence in his daily life. The component of intimacy that he has lost is

A) need fulfillment.
B) behavioral interdependence.
C) emotional attachment.
D) emotional availability.

Question 14

Brian is 13 and lives with his mother, stepfather, half-brother, and stepsister. He is part of a

A) nuclear family.
B) blended family.
C) family of origin.
D) extended family.

Question 15

Cynthia has decided to "settle down" and marry Patrick. Which component of Sternberg's theory of love does her decision demonstrate?

A) Intimacy
B) Passion
C) Commitment
D) Consummation

Question 16

April's boyfriend is someone with whom she can share her feelings freely. He meets April's need for

A) intimacy.
B) reassurance.
C) assistance.
D) affirmation.

Question 17

The ability to give to and receive from others emotionally, without fear of being hurt or rejected is referred to as

A) emotional availability.
B) emotional attachment.
C) emotional dependence.
D) emotional stability.

Question 18

Intimate relationships cannot exist without

A) similar communication styles.
B) closely aligned interests.
C) emotional perspective.
D) emotional availability.

Question 19

Inez reminds Leo often that he is a great person and that he matters a lot to her. Which relationship need is Inez fulfilling?

A) Affirmation
B) Social integration
C) Nurturance
D) Assistance

Question 20

Which of the following characterizes passionate love?

A) Open communication
B) Attraction and desire
C) Extreme possessiveness
D) A sense of mutual support

Question 21

In reference to listening styles, reflection involves

A) repeating what we think we've heard to confirm understanding.
B) identifying areas of agreement when two speakers are in conflict.
C) aggressively promoting our point of view.
D) showing an outright disinterest in what the speaker is saying.

Question 22

Your friend Joey describes the fight he had with his girlfriend and you respond, "It sounds to me like you're angry with her for never being ready on time." Your response is an example of

A) paraphrasing.
B) self-disclosure.
C) combative listening.
D) overanalysis.

Question 23

A slouched posture or leaning forward toward the speaker are examples of

A) expressive gestures.
B) body language.
C) offensive gestures.
D) poor physical control.

Question 24

According to Fisher's theory of love, "imprinting" involves

A) chemical changes in brain function during arousal.
B) feeling peaceful due to oxytocin release.
C) the degree of commitment in a relationship.
D) a past experience that triggers a romantic reaction.

Question 25

An important aspect of effective communication is

A) not expressing feelings.
B) pretending to listen.
C) understanding nonverbal communication.
D) smiling even if you don't feel happy.

Question 26

What role does oxytocin play in Fisher's theory of love?

A) It stimulates feelings of satisfaction and attachment.
B) It raises endorphin levels.
C) It stimulates feelings of jealousy.
D) It raises phenylethylamine (PEA) levels.

Question 27

What is one of the most important components of a satisfying and stable relationship?

A) Joint accomplishments
B) Effective communication
C) Adequate income
D) Physical attractiveness

Question 28

Many men tend to use which type of body language when they communicate?

A) Leaning forward when listening
B) Making forceful gestures
C) Gesturing toward the body
D) Fidgeting or foot tapping

Question 29

The release of which substance results in a sense of calm, peacefulness, and security while with a lover?

A) Adrenaline
B) Oxytocin
C) Pheromones
D) Endorphins

Question 30

When Steven has a disagreement with his roommate, he frequently interrupts and angrily stabs his finger at his chest. Steven's gestures suggest that he is

A) effectively resolving the conflict by being emphatic.
B) intimidated by his roommate.
C) not being respectful of his roommate's thoughts or feelings.
D) listening using an active, or reflective, style.

Question 31

When Linda tries to talk to her boyfriend, he is reluctant to express his feelings and she doesn't understand why. She is often frustrated by what seems like his lack of interest in True communication. This is most likely explained by

A) gender differences in communication.
B) her boyfriend's fear of intimacy.
C) her boyfriend's inability to be honest.
D) the fact that he is cheating on her.

Question 32

Which of the following are possible underlying causes of jealousy?

A) Intense devotion
B) Insecurity or possessiveness
C) High self-esteem
D) Mental illness

Question 33

When Ted talks with his classmates, he often points out the weaknesses in their logic. Which mode of listening is he using?

A) Competitive
B) Reflective
C) Active
D) Passive

Question 34

A professor may share information about his experiences as an undergraduate with his students. If done in a positive way, this type of self-disclosure may

A) make him seem more important in students' eyes.
B) reveal secrets that no longer matter since the people involved live far away.
C) help students deal with current issues in their lives.
D) use the students as sounding boards for the professor's problems.

Question 35

Which of the following is True about nonverbal communication?

A) It includes only intentional messages.
B) It is less important than verbal communication.
C) If verbal and nonverbal communication don't match, the listener is more likely to believe the nonverbal cues.
D) Sixty percent of the meaning of a message can be interpreted from nonverbal cues.

Question 36

A person you recently met in one of your classes tells you that she was adopted shortly after her birth. This is an example of

A) inappropriate communication.
B) self-esteem.
C) reciprocity.
D) self-disclosure.

Question 37

After four years, Cole feels as if the excitement and passion is gone from his marriage. According to Fisher's theory of love, this feeling is due to

A) basic incompatibility.
B) a decrease in adrenaline levels.
C) a decrease in phenylethylamine (PEA) levels.
D) mutual distrust.

Question 38

The objective of being a good listener is to enhance relationships by

A) learning information that may be useful in the future.
B) rehearsing mentally what you will say next.
C) not becoming bored while listening to others talk.
D) understanding what others are thinking and feeling.

Question 39

Which listening mode involves restating or paraphrasing what the speaker has said?

A) Competitive
B) Passive
C) Reflective
D) Attentive

Question 40

Roberto listens to his friends with genuine interest but rarely asks for clarification or verifies what his friends are saying. What is his listening style?

A) Reflective
B) Competitive
C) Passive
D) Active

Question 41

Jerome and Deborah's relationship has been monogamous. This means that they

A) have extramarital sex as part of an open relationship.
B) only have sex with each other.
C) have sex with others but hide the fact.
D) have unlimited sexual partners.

Question 42

Intimacy is part of a relationship with someone with whom we can share our feelings freely.

Question 43

A person's level of self-esteem has nothing to do with their potential success in relationships.

Question 44

A relationship can be referred to as intimate only if sex is involved.

Question 45

Ali has had three exclusive relationships in her romantic life. Each relationship lasted two to three years. This is considered

A) monogamy.
B) celibacy.
C) serial monogamy.
D) open relationships.

Question 46

Friendships are usually the first relationships a person forms outside of the family.

Question 47

One does not need satisfying relationships to achieve overall health.

Question 48

Which of the following is an effective strategy for conflict resolution?

A) Discussing several grievances at the same time.
B) Suppressing anger and not speaking.
C) Dismissing solutions proposed by the other person.
D) Identifying and clarifying the exact nature of the problem.

Question 49

Passion is the cognitive component of Sternberg's triangular theory of love.

Question 50

As children, we initially learn about intimacy and love from our friends.

Question 51

Breakdowns in relationships usually begin with changes in

A) finances.
B) career success.
C) communication.
D) personal goals.

Question 52

Which communication style works best for resolving conflicts?

A) Using "I" statements instead of blaming "you" messages.
B) Expressing anger with strong words and gestures.
C) Using "you" statements to show empathy and understanding.
D) Planning out ahead of time exactly what you will say.

Question 53

Jose and Anna are married and plan to have children. Their offspring represent their family of origin.

Question 54

Jay is getting frustrated by his wife's nagging him about a chore he forgot to do. Before he loses his temper he decides that they should stop the interaction and cool down. This is an example of

A) a good conflict resolution strategy.
B) behavior that encourages avoiding the issue.
C) escalating the conflict.
D) his fear of confrontations and conflict.

Question 55

Family has always been defined in terms of a nuclear family and continues to carry the same meaning today.

Question 56

Which of the following is an effective strategy for conflict resolution?

A) Discussing several grievances at the same time.
B) Expressing anger without censoring reactions.
C) Evaluating alternative solutions.
D) Focusing on winning the argument.

Question 57

In addition to the same issues faced by heterosexual couples, lesbian and gay relationships are often challenged by

A) lack of intimacy.
B) poor communication skills.
C) discrimination and legal difficulties.
D) financial and career difficulties.

Question 58

Two key components to resolving conflict within relationships are

A) avoidance and discretion.
B) negotiation and compromise.
C) self-disclosure and debate.
D) discussion and mediation.

Question 59

Common-law marriage refers to

A) a wedding ceremony performed by a civil official such as a justice of the peace.
B) cohabitation for a designated period that is legally binding in some states.
C) cohabitation for three years or less.
D) marriage involving same-sex partners.

Question 60

Within relationships, power can be defined as the ability to make and implement decisions.

Question 61

An underlying reason that Pam becomes upset by her boyfriend's flirtatious behavior may be that she believes she is losing control over the relationship.

Question 62

Accountability requires that you defend your decisions to others.

Question 63

Lauren is looking for a potential life partner. Her current boyfriend criticizes her frequently and has a bad temper. She should overlook these faults and consider him as a long-term partner.

Question 64

Gay and lesbian partners seek the same things in their primary relationships as do heterosexual partners.

Question 65

When two people disagree or one person behaves in a manner that interferes with another person's behavior, a conflict is the result.

Question 66

When Kendra ignores her responsibilities because she wants to hang out with Beau all the time, this is an example of fascination.

Question 67

Divorce has been shown to seriously harm a person's long-term financial health.

Question 68

Finding a partner to whom you are sexually attracted guarantees a healthy relationship.

Question 69

Having a child will help save a failing relationship because it creates a unique bond.

Question 70

Being an advocate for a partner means supporting his or her interests.

Question 71

Acknowledging others' opinions does not play a role in successfully managing conflict.

Question 72

A healthy marriage contributes to lower stress levels for both partners.

Question 73

Nonverbal communication, such as body language and facial expressions, are not generally noticed much by others.

Question 74

Jealousy will always undermine a relationship even if partners communicate openly about it.

Question 75

Finishing the other person's sentences is a good communication skill as it lets the speaker know you are listening.

Question 76

Communication differences between men and women are mainly based on how men and women interpret or process messages.

Question 77

Jealousy in a relationship is a good thing because it lets your partner know that you truly care about him or her.

Question 78

Conflict resolution is an effort to resolve differences peacefully and creatively.

Question 79

Attentive listening encourages future discussion.

Question 80

Individuals with high self-esteem respect themselves and will abandon their beliefs and values to obtain the love and support of others.