Deck 10: Interpersonal Relationship Types

Question 1

Bitter conflicts about authority may result in which relationship pattern?

A) monopoly pattern
B) unbalanced split pattern
C) balanced split pattern
D) equality pattern

Answer 1

A

Question 2

A relationship where an experienced individual helps train a less experienced person is a ______________ relationship.

A) mentoring
B) reciprocal
C) networking
D) pragmatic

Answer 2

A

Question 3

Lenny and Lisa are very compatible. They each have qualities that fit each other's needs. Their love can best be defined as

A) eros.
B) storge.
C) pragma.
D) agape.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Which of the following is a consequence of relationship violence?

A) physical injuries
B) lost days of work
C) loss of self-esteem
D) all of the above are consequences

Question 5

This type of love is seen as a game and focuses on entertainment and excitement.

A) eros
B) storage
C) ludus
D) agape

Question 6

This type of love is compassionate and selfless.

A) ludus
B) pragma
C) storge
D) agape

Question 7

In the _______________ stage of friendship, you become more other-oriented and are more willing to make sacrifices for the other person.

A) contact
B) involvement
C) close and intimate
D) intensifying

Question 8

Conflict in Pat and Leslie's relationship is lessened by the fact that each concedes decisions to the other in certain areas of expertise. Such a relationship is said to exhibit which of the following?

A) monopoly pattern
B) unbalanced split pattern
C) balanced split pattern
D) equality pattern

Question 9

Cory is crazy about Lori. He cannot live without her. He spends all his time with her, and when she isn't around, he gets very depressed. Cory is experiencing

A) eros.
B) storge.
C) mania.
D) agape.

Question 10

The first stage of friendship is

A) contact.
B) stimulation.
C) involvement.
D) initiation.

Question 11

In their relationship, Kim and Robin eat their meals together, present themselves to others as a unified couple, and seldom if ever have sex-role conflicts with regard to their relationship. They exemplify

A) separates.
B) traditionals.
C) independents.
D) interdependents.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of communicating supportiveness?

A) evaluative
B) provisional
C) descriptive
D) all of the above are characteristics

Question 13

Which type of friendship is considered to be ideal?

A) friendship of association
B) friendship of reciprocity
C) friendship of receptivity
D) friendship of necessity

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT true about love relationships?

A) You have shorter periods of silence than you do with friends.
B) You engage in Duchenne smiling.
C) You grow more aware of your own physical self.
D) You use more tie signs.

Question 15

According to the text, friendship may be defined as an interpersonal relationship

A) that involves intimacy and shared activities.
B) where an experienced person helps a less experienced one.
C) that benefits at least one person.
D) that is mutually productive.

Question 16

An interpersonal relationship between two interdependent people that is mutually productive and characterized by mutual positive regard is a

A) friendship.
B) workplace romance.
C) romantic relationship.
D) mentoring relationship.

Question 17

We tend to look for all of the following in a friend EXCEPT

A) ego support.
B) stimulation.
C) practicality.
D) security.

Question 18

Blair's family members usually go their separate ways, don't eat meals together, and rarely disclose personal information to one another. They are an example of a ____________ family.

A) consensual
B) protective
C) pluralistic
D) laissez-faire

Question 19

In the friendship of _____________________, the relationship is transitory-the kind we have with classmates and neighbors-cordial but not intense.

A) acquaintance
B) reciprocity
C) receptivity
D) association

Question 20

Max thinks Kim is gorgeous. He can't focus on anything else but her beauty and sexuality. Max is experiencing

A) eros.
B) storge.
C) pragma.
D) agape.

Question 21

Lauren befriended Jack because he is a math genius and she is struggling in her math class. Jack is filling a security need for Lauren.

Question 22

Which of the following is a friendship need that is based on someone who helps you recognize your attributes (e.g., leadership skills, artistic talent, or sense of humor)?

A) utility
B) stimulation
C) affirmation
D) ego support

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT true about friendship, culture, and gender?

A) Friendships are closer in collectivist cultures than individualistic ones.
B) Women's friendships are based more on "personalism."
C) We should avoid stereotyping when we examine friendships.
D) Middle-aged women have more friends than middle-aged men.

Question 24

______________ messages don't follow any of the formal lines of communication established by an organization.

A) Upward
B) Lateral
C) Grapevine
D) Networking

Question 25

Shalonda and Bridgette are neighbors. They run into each other when they walk their dogs, exchange small talk, but don't really self-disclose with each other. This is an example of a friendship of receptivity.

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT true in regard to jealousy?

A) Envy and jealousy is essentially the same thing.
B) Men get jealous when their partner is physically intimate with someone else.
C) Women get jealous when their partner is emotionally intimate with someone else.
D) Both men and women are equally likely to respond to jealousy with violence.

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for being liked at work?

A) dress appropriately even on casual Fridays
B) be culturally sensitive
C) capitalize on grapevine communication
D) be respectful and friendly

Question 28

Ben gave several suggestions to his supervisor as to how to improve telephone customer service. Ben's communication can be described as

A) lateral.
B) upward.
C) grapevine.
D) downward.

Question 29

In a _____________________ relationship, you make connections with people who can help you get you a job, answer your questions, or help you relocate.

A) mentoring
B) networking
C) romantic
D) balanced split

Question 30

Tyler gets enraged when he sees his girlfriend talk to another man. This is an example of __________ jealousy.

A) cognitive
B) emotional
C) behavioral
D) physiological

Question 31

____________________ refers to how online friends begin to share their networks of other communicators.

A) Networking
B) Network convergence
C) Assimilation
D) Network symmetry

Question 32

Bryant and Cayla tell say "I love you" frequently and often find themselves finishing each other's sentences. They would be considered an independent couple.

Question 33

In Lynn and Kelsie's friendship, Lynn usually does all the giving, while Kelsie seems to always be on the receiving end. This is an example of a friendship of

A) reciprocity.
B) receptivity.
C) association.
D) collaboration.

Question 34

Online work groups have been found to be less task-oriented and efficient than face-to-face groups.

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for effective workplace communication?

A) Be respectful of a person's territory.
B) Avoid touching except in shaking hands.
C) Treat everyone politely.
D) Use the same grammar and abbreviations used in electronic communication.

Question 36

Across cultures, friendships are a matter of choice.

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT true in relation to online relationships?

A) Online relationships rely less on trust, honesty, and commitment.
B) Online relationships stress the inner individual over appearance at first.
C) You can reach more people online than face-to-face encounters.
D) Online relationships can be empowering for persons with disabilities.

Question 38

Which lovers' relationships rarely deteriorate?

A) pragma
B) agape
C) storage
D) eros

Question 39

In the involvement stage of friendship, the two friends see themselves as an exclusive unit.

Question 40

Sally and Jeff have been classmates since the third grade. However, they do not have trust or loyalty in their relationship. Their friendship can be best classified as

A) reciprocity.
B) receptivity.
C) association.
D) collaboration.

Question 41

In general, friendships in collectivist cultures are closer than friendships in individualist cultures.

Question 42

What communication pattern is prevalent in your family relationship? You can answer with reference to other relationships you've witnessed, if you like. Be specific as possible, and provide examples where appropriate.

Question 43

The mentoring relationship provides an ideal learning environment.

Question 44

Close friends are better at detecting sadness and anger in each other than are less close friends.

Question 45

The equality pattern exists more among same-sex couples.

Question 46

What are the different types of love? Describe an example of each.

Question 47

A romance is an interpersonal relationship between two interdependent persons that is mutually productive and characterized by mutual positive regard.

Question 48

A 2009 study found that 15 percent of 13- to 18-year-olds had been victims of cyberbullying.

Question 49

Relationship violence includes verbal, emotional, and physical abuse, but not sexual abuse.

Question 50

Research shows that long-distance relationships are less satisfying than shared-space relationships.

Question 51

Men's friendships often build around shared activities.

Question 52

Describe some ways you can optimize workplace relationships in your future profession, with reference to the three kinds of workplace relationships. Supply examples where appropriate.

Question 53

Eros love focuses on beauty and sexuality.

Question 54

You have recently discovered a friend of yours is a victim of relationship violence. Give her a list of specific things to do in order handle this situation and some guidelines for knowing whether the relationship is healthy or not.

Question 55

Victims of bullying often experience significant emotional but not physical problems.

Question 56

Relational violence includes belittling and controlling behavior as well as physical violence.

Question 57

Mania love is obsessive and possessive, characterized by elation and depression.

Question 58

There are no advantages to workplace romances.

Question 59

What are the advantages and disadvantages of online relationships? Give at least two advantages and disadvantages and use example to support your points.