Question 1

Alyssa and Orlando have been together for three years.The first year was overwhelming.They spent all their time together,and every meeting was intense and arousing.Their relationship now is less intense,but involves deep caring and intimacy.According to Hatfield and Berscheid,Alyssa and Orlando have moved from _____ love to _____ love.

Accepted Answer

According to Hatfield and Berscheid's theory of love, the initial stage is characterized by passionate love, which is overwhelming and intense. As the relationship progresses, it transitions to companionate love, which is marked by deep care and intimacy. Therefore, Alyssa and Orlando have moved from passionate love to companionate love.

Question 2

Sam is passionately in love with Hailey.He cannot stop thinking about her and spends all his free time with her.His work is suffering,and his friends complain that he is obsessed with her.Sam and his friends might understand this situation better if they knew that passionate love:

Accepted Answer

Passionate love activates the dopamine reward system just like addictive drugs, which can lead to obsessive behavior and addiction.

Question 3

Research on friendship formation suggests that you would be best able to predict which students will become friends in their dorm by how:

Accepted Answer

Proximity is a strong predictor of friendship formation, so students whose rooms are closer together are more likely to become friends.

Question 4

Christi will be starting college in the fall.She is filling out the questionnaire that will be used to match roommates.To maximize the probability that she and her roommate will become friends,Christi ought to:

Accepted Answer

Describing her interests and personality as specifically as possible will give a better idea of what kind of person Christi is and what kind of roommate would be compatible with her. This can increase the chances of a good roommate match and possibly lead to a friendship. Focusing on practical things like how much quiet she needs or being clear about dislikes may only limit the potential roommate pool without really giving insight into Christi's personality. Describing her looks accurately is not necessary and not relevant to forming a friendship.

Question 5

People who are biracial tend to be _____ attractive because their faces _____.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that people with more symmetrical faces are generally considered more attractive. Biracial individuals may have more symmetrical faces due to a mix of genetic traits from both ethnic backgrounds, leading to a perception of increased attractiveness.

Question 6

Lucia is recently divorced.She goes to lunch with her two closest friends and tells them that while she is sad,she is also optimistic that she will find another,better,relationship.Lucia most likely had a(n)_____ attachment to her parents as a child.

Accepted Answer

A secure attachment style involves feeling comfortable with emotional intimacy and being able to rely on others for support. Lucia's optimism about finding a better relationship suggests she has a positive outlook on relationships and is likely secure in her attachment style.

Question 7

Lokelani is a stunningly beautiful 5-year-old.The research on physical attractiveness suggests that in the future:

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that individuals who are physically attractive are often assumed to possess other positive qualities, such as intelligence and happiness, even if there is no evidence to support these assumptions. This phenomenon is known as the "halo effect." Therefore, it is likely that Lokelani will have her intelligence and happiness overestimated in the future. It is important to note, however, that physical attractiveness alone does not guarantee success or fulfillment in life.

Question 8

According to your textbook,all of these are strategies for maintaining a happy romantic relationship EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Ignoring conflict that arises is not a strategy for maintaining a happy romantic relationship. In fact, ignoring conflict can lead to resentment and can cause the relationship to deteriorate over time. The other strategies listed, such as doing spontaneous things for your partner, exploring and developing mutual interests, and validating your partner's feelings and beliefs while expressing your own, are all effective strategies for maintaining a happy romantic relationship.

Question 9

Relationships are promoted by:

Accepted Answer

Proximity, or physical closeness, is one of the most important factors in developing and maintaining relationships. Being in close proximity allows for more frequent interactions and opportunities for building connections. Work experience and the amount of money one has may be factors in some types of relationships, but they do not necessarily promote relationships in general. The part of the country one lives in may also have some influence on relationships, but it is not as significant as proximity.

Question 10

Sharrita has just started a new job.She is smart,attractive,funny,and reliable,yet her coworkers do not seem to like her.The literature on friendship formation suggests that it might help her relationship with her coworkers if she:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Sharrita has just started a new job.She...

Question 11

Passionate love is characterized by:

Accepted Answer

Passionate love is primarily characterized by intense longing and sexual desire, which distinguishes it from other forms of love that may focus more on commitment or relationship evolution.

Question 12

Which of the following factors is NOT among those included in Gottman's research on factors that create a good relationship?

Accepted Answer

Accurately describing the partner's character flaws and mistakes is not included in Gottman's research on factors that create a good relationship. The other three factors (showing affection regularly in simple ways, learning how to handle conflict constructively, and demonstrating interest in the partner) are all included in his research.

Question 13

People want admirable personality characteristics in their _____ and physical attractiveness in their _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of People want admirable personality characteristics in their...

Question 14

Research suggests that one of the best ways to make a romantic relationship work is to:

Accepted Answer

Validating each other's needs and feelings is a key aspect of effective communication in a romantic relationship. It helps to build trust and mutual respect, which are essential for a healthy and long-lasting relationship. Avoiding conflict may lead to unresolved issues and resentment, while a very active sexual relationship or a clear division of responsibilities are not enough on their own to sustain a relationship.

Question 15

This type of love develops slowly over time in a relationship:

Accepted Answer

Companionate love is characterized by a deep affection and commitment to someone that develops over time. This type of love is less intense than passionate or romantic love but is based on a strong emotional bond and shared experiences. It often develops in long-term relationships where couples have faced challenges together and have invested time in building a strong connection.

Question 16

Passionate love is associated with which brain structures?

Accepted Answer

Passionate love is associated with increased activity in the dopamine reward systems, which are the same systems involved in drug addiction. This is why passionate love can sometimes feel like an addiction or obsession.

Question 17

Zuzu and Lars have been dating for almost a year.Zuzu loves Lars.She finds him warm,funny,and interesting.But she is thinking of ending the relationship because he is too emotionally demanding.He is constantly asking for reassurance that she is happy with him,and he gives her no personal space.Lars most likely had a(n)_____ attachment to his parents as a child.

Accepted Answer

Lars' constant need for reassurance and lack of personal space suggests that he has an anxious-ambivalent attachment style, which is characterized by a fear of abandonment and the need for constant reassurance in relationships. This attachment style often develops in individuals who experienced inconsistent or unpredictable caregiving as children.

Question 18

Gottman has found that a marriage that has _____ positive as negative interactions is in good shape.

Accepted Answer

Gottman's research indicates that a healthy marriage typically has five times as many positive interactions as negative ones. This ratio helps maintain a positive relationship dynamic.

Question 19

The failure to offer help to someone observed to be in need is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

The term for the failure to offer help to someone observed to be in need is the bystander intervention effect. This effect occurs because people often assume that someone else will take action and feel less personal responsibility to offer assistance in a group setting.

Question 20

Hazan and Shaver concluded that the pattern of attachment that a child had to his parents predicts important aspects of the relationships that child will have with adults.A major problem with this interpretation is that:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Hazan and Shaver concluded that the pattern...

Quiz 12: Social Psychology