Question 1

Desiree and Johan have been dating for several months.One night,Desiree says,"We've been dating for a while now.I'm wondering if we have a future together." Johan responds,"I hope so.I've been wondering myself if we might want to make our relationship more formal." Desiree says,"What did you have in mind?" Johan says,"Well,I don't think an engagement is right just now.But I would like us to commit to dating exclusively." Desiree says,"That was kind of my thinking,too." What strategy for escalating or maintaining a relationship are they employing?

Accepted Answer

They are engaging in relationship talk, discussing their future and the possibility of committing to dating exclusively.

Question 2

Which kind of love is typically found in friendships and among family members?

Accepted Answer

Storge love is typically found in friendships and among family members. Storge is a Greek term for natural affection or love, and it is the kind of love that develops slowly over time. It is a deep, caring, and nurturing love that is based on familiarity, shared experiences, and mutual respect. This type of love is generally non-romantic and non-sexual, and it is characterized by loyalty, closeness, and caring.

Question 3

__________ refers to the intention to remain in a relationship.

Accepted Answer

Commitment refers to the person's conscious decision to remain in a relationship, despite challenges or changes in circumstances. Passion refers to the intense feelings of longing and desire for one another, while intimacy refers to the close emotional connection and trust between partners. Affection refers to the expression of fondness and liking towards another person.

Question 4

Al and Fernan have been in a romantic relationship for about two months.Al has been plagued with low self-esteem;he craves attention and is obsessed with his relationship with Fernan.Fernan,on the other hand,sees the relationship as something of a game.He enjoys his time with Al,but he is not obsessed with the sexual aspect of that relationship.Fernan may be quite willing to end the relationship if he sees it as no longer mutually satisfying or fun.Al and Fernan most likely exhibit which two love styles?

Accepted Answer

Al's behavior is consistent with the love style of mania - he is obsessed with the relationship and seeks attention from his partner. Fernan's behavior, on the other hand, is more consistent with the love style of ludus - he sees the relationship as a game and may be willing to end it if it is no longer fun or mutually satisfying. Therefore, the best choice is A.

Question 5

Miguel and Katya have been married for several years.Lately,Katya has been coming home from work and complaining bitterly about the new boss and all the changes that are going on.Miguel is getting a little tired of hearing her complaints but knows that Katya really needs to let off some steam.So instead of telling her to quit,he gives her a hug,asks her to sit down,and tell him all about it.Which strategy for escalating and maintaining a relationship is Miguel using?

Accepted Answer

Miguel is socially decentering by adopting an other-oriented perspective. He is focused on understanding and supporting Katya's feelings, rather than trying to control or change her behavior. This strategy can help to strengthen their relationship by fostering empathy and mutual understanding.

Question 6

According to the triangle theory of love,relationships strong in intimacy and commitment but weak in passion constitute __________.

Accepted Answer

According to the triangle theory of love, relationships strong in intimacy and commitment but weak in passion constitute companionate love. This type of love is characterized by feelings of warmth, affection, and mutual trust, but lacks the intense passion that often characterizes romantic relationships.

Question 7

Marbella and Chad have a highly passionate relationship that lacks commitment and intimacy.How is their love best classified?

Accepted Answer

Marbella and Chad's relationship is characterized by strong passion, but a lack of commitment and intimacy. This is typical of infatuation, which is based primarily on physical attraction and excitement rather than a deeper emotional connection.

Question 8

Janelle likes Allen.When he approaches her she turns to him,waves,and gives an animated smile.She is manifesting __________.

Accepted Answer

Janelle is exhibiting approachability cues by turning towards Allen, waving, and giving an animated smile in response to his approach. These nonverbal behaviors demonstrate that she is receptive and open to engaging with him, which encourages him to approach her further. Social support and relationship talk are not demonstrated in this scenario, and uncertainty reduction does not seem to be the primary intention behind Janelle's behaviors.

Question 9

Juan is interested in getting to know a girl from his class,so he bought new cologne and clothing to wear,sits closer to her,and uses her name more often when talking to her.What strategy is Juan using to initiate this relationship?

Accepted Answer

Juan is using the strategy of cultivating attraction by investing in his appearance and proximity to the girl, as well as using her name more often to create a sense of familiarity and connection.

Question 10

What has been identified as the most important dimension in the triangular theory of love for developing romantic relationships?

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

What is an initiation norm?

Accepted Answer

An initiation norm refers to a ritualistic and scripted initial interaction, usually in a group setting, which serves to formally welcome and incorporate new members into the group or community. This may include specific actions or behaviors that are expected of the new members or certain customs that are unique to the group.

Question 12

When our feelings,thoughts,and behaviors reflect caring,concern,support,and understanding of another person,we are experiencing __________.

Accepted Answer

Compassionate love is characterized by feelings of warmth, understanding, and mutual respect between individuals. It involves caring about the well-being and happiness of the other person, and is often seen in long-term relationships or close friendships.

Question 13

Barbara and George have been married for several years.George has learned that when Barbara wants to talk,he needs to eliminate distractions.So,when she comes into the bedroom after having attended the school board meeting and starts talking,he turns off the TV and devotes all his attention to her.What relationship strategy is being demonstrated by George?

Accepted Answer

George is demonstrating active listening by eliminating distractions and devoting his full attention to Barbara when she wants to talk. This is an effective relationship strategy that shows he values her and wants to engage in meaningful communication.

Question 14

According to communication scholars Daniel Canary and Laura Stafford,which relationship maintenance strategy involves acting in pleasant,nice,and cheerful ways,doing favors,and suppressing complaints?

Accepted Answer

The given maintenance strategy involves acting in pleasant, nice, and cheerful ways, doing favors, and suppressing complaints, which signifies the use of positivity to maintain the relationship. Choice B) assurance strategy involves expressions of love and commitment, while Choice C) openness strategy involves the disclosure of personal information and feelings. Choice D) social network strategy involves involving others in the relationship.

Question 15

Tony has been secretly in love with Janessa for about two years.They are good friends,but Tony wants to move things to a more romantic level.When he talks to Janessa about his feelings,she firmly tells him that she is only interested in friendship.Tony's feelings in this situation can be described as __________.

Accepted Answer

Tony's feelings in this situation can be described as unrequited romantic interest because he has feelings for Janessa but she does not feel the same way and only sees him as a friend.

Question 16

Brutus and Molly attend a book club every Thursday night with mutual friends.Which relationship management strategy does this demonstrate?

Accepted Answer

This demonstrates the social network strategy as it involves maintaining and strengthening relationships with mutual friends through regular social gatherings such as the book club.

Question 17

Tyler notices that Da'Vonne has her arms crossed and is looking at the ground,so he decides not to strike up a conversation with her.What relationship strategy has Tyler used here?

Accepted Answer

Tyler has noticed Da'Vonne's nonverbal cues, specifically her crossed arms and lowered gaze, which indicate discomfort or disinterest in interacting. By choosing not to strike up a conversation, Tyler is respecting Da'Vonne's boundaries and avoiding potentially making her feel more uncomfortable. This is an example of observing and acting on approachability cues.

Question 18

Myra wants to know more about her partner because she likes control as well as predictability.In order to achieve these goals,she gathers information about her partner so she can better predict how he might act in given situations.This is an example of __________.

Accepted Answer

Myra's behavior is an example of uncertainty reduction theory, which proposes that people tend to seek information about others in order to reduce uncertainty and increase predictability in relationships.

Question 19

Hector and Nicolette have been married for just a few months.Hector thinks Nicolette expects him to take out the trash every time and wonders why can't she take it out once in a while.He decides to ask her about the issue.Nicolette says she wasn't aware of asking him to do it all the time,but she usually thinks about it when she is doing the dishes.When she's up to her elbows in soapsuds,it just seems reasonable to ask Hector to take out the trash.Hector indicates that he will do the dishes sometimes,if she will take out the trash sometimes.Nicolette agrees.Which strategy for escalating and maintaining relationships are they using?

Accepted Answer

Hector and Nicolette are using a strategy of managing conflict cooperatively by discussing and finding a mutually agreeable solution to the issue of taking out the trash. They are compromising and making an effort to understand each other's perspectives, which is a healthy way to handle conflicts in a relationship.

Question 20

What are affinity-seeking strategies?

Accepted Answer

Affinity-seeking strategies are actions or behaviors that people use to increase their attractiveness or likeability to others. These strategies can include compliments, displays of similarity, humor, and nonverbal cues such as eye contact and smiling. Overall, the goal is to enhance the connection and attraction between two individuals.

Quiz 11: Interpersonal Relationships: Friendship and Romance