Question 1

The factor that is most related to a marriage ending in a later divorce is
A) the presence of negative emotions displayed during conflicts.
B) an absence of positive emotions expressed between the couple.
C) incidents of infidelity on the part of either partner.
D) episodes of physical and/or emotional abuse committed by either partner.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The factor that is most related to...

Question 2

Grace and George are engaged to be married and are considering taking a pre-marital education program to help their chances of having a successful marriage. Based on the research presented by your authors, what would you advise them?
A) These programs have reduced divorce by 90 to 92% among couples who attended them, so you should sign up immediately!
B) These programs have consistent, though modest positive effects on marriages, so go ahead and sign up!
C) Don't waste your time. These programs show no positive or negative impact on marriages.
D) Avoid these programs at all costs! Research shows that they actually harm marriages rather than helping them.

Accepted Answer

The research presented in the text suggests that pre-marital education programs have consistent, modest positive effects on marriages. Therefore, it would make sense to advise Grace and George to sign up for one of these programs to improve their chances of having a successful marriage. Option A is incorrect because the research did not indicate such a high reduction in divorce rates. Option C is also incorrect because the research indicated modest positive effects. Option D is not a viable option based on the presented research.

Question 3

Shayla has been divorced for just six months, but she is certain that she has found the new love of her life. She is already talking to her friends about getting remarried. Her friends want to be supportive and share in her happiness, but they also warn her to avoid the rebound effect. What should Shayla say to them?
A) There is no evidence that people who remarry sooner have less successful marriages than those who wait longer.
B) There is actually quite a bit of evidence that getting remarried as quickly as possible will be better for my kids.
C) Research has shown that the longer you wait to get married the less likely it is that your marriage will be successful.
D) I didn't think about that. You're probably right, because I know that people who get married sooner after a divorce have a three to four times higher chance of getting divorced within the first year.

Accepted Answer

There is no conclusive evidence that remarrying sooner leads to less successful marriages compared to waiting longer.

Question 4

________ divorce is a voluntary, contract-based alternative to traditional court-resolved divorce. It involves negotiation and resolution of the end of a marriage rather than having a ruling imposed on the couple.
A) Amicable
B) Mediated
C) Cooperative
D) Collaborative

Accepted Answer

The description best fits the collaborative divorce process, which involves both parties working together with their lawyers and other professionals to reach a mutually agreed-upon settlement. The emphasis is on finding a solution that works for both sides, rather than one party prevailing over the other. Amicable, mediated, and cooperative divorces are also options, but they each have distinct features that set them apart from collaborative divorce.

Question 5

In general, ________ wives and African American couples use more accommodating and fewer destructive and quiet withdrawal behaviors over time, which in turn leads to a decreased likelihood of divorce.
A) Asian American
B) Latina
C) European American
D) Native American

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that European American couples, and specifically European American wives, tend to use more accommodating behavior and fewer destructive and quiet withdrawal behaviors over time. This leads to a decreased likelihood of divorce compared to other racial/ethnic groups. While research has also shown some differences in relationship behaviors between other racial/ethnic groups, the strongest evidence points to European American couples having the most positive relationship outcomes.

Question 6

Women tend to be ________ likely to initiate a divorce, and/but ________ likely to remarry.
A) more; more
B) more; less
C) less; more
D) less; less

Accepted Answer

Research on divorce shows that women are more likely to initiate divorce than men. However, women are generally less likely to remarry compared to men. Therefore, option B is the most appropriate choice.

Question 7

Guy has been struggling since he and his wife finalized their divorce. He still speaks with her at least once a day, has not dated anyone, and isn't developing any new friendships. Experts would say that Guy is experiencing a(n)
A) failure to launch.
B) conciliatory mourning.
C) divorce hangover.
D) analysis paralysis.

Accepted Answer

Guy's behavior is characteristic of a divorce hangover, which is a state of emotional and psychological turmoil that can follow the dissolution of a significant relationship. Symptoms may include maintaining frequent contact with a former partner, social isolation, and difficulty establishing new relationships.

Question 8

In 2008, the country that had the highest rate of marriages ending in divorce was
A) the United Kingdom.
B) Italy.
C) Sweden.
D) the United States.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In 2008, the country that had the...

Question 9

Why do your authors suggest that younger divorced people are less likely to remarry than older divorced people?
A) Because society has grown more accepting of cohabitation, so a second marriage may not feel necessary.
B) Because the "once bitten, twice shy" effect is more salient for younger people who have more to lose if a second marriage fails.
C) Because divorce usually leaves people financially devastated, and younger people may not be financially able to remarry anytime soon.
D) Because young people usually do not have children when they divorce, and thus they are more "embracing" of their recaptured freedom after a divorce.

Accepted Answer

Society's growing acceptance of cohabitation means that younger people, who are more influenced by contemporary social norms, may not see the need for remarriage as urgently as older individuals might.

Question 10

__________ is an approach based on the idea that the more prepared a couple is for marriage, the better the relationship will survive over the long run.
A) No Marriage Left Behind
B) "Connections"
C) Marriage education
D) Contracted relationship consulting

Accepted Answer

The approach based on the idea that the more prepared a couple is for marriage, the better the relationship will survive over the long run is known as marriage education. This involves providing couples with the knowledge and skills necessary to build a strong and healthy relationship. Options A, B, and D are not relevant to this approach.

Question 11

Hal and Bernice have been married for just nine months, and like any newly married couple they tend to argue from time to time. According to the model of Gottman and Levenson (2000), if their conflicts include ________, their marriage will have a higher likelihood of ending in divorce.
A) silence
B) an unwillingness to address important issues
C) displays of negative emotions
D) masking real issues with romantic outings

Accepted Answer

According to Gottman and Levenson's model, conflicts that include displays of negative emotions such as criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling can lead to a higher likelihood of divorce. Silence and masking real issues with romantic outings may indicate avoidance rather than active conflict, while an unwillingness to address important issues may indicate a lack of communication but not necessarily negative emotions. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

Question 12

Adam just finalized his divorce from his ex-wife. His mother is already telling him to "get back out there," because there are a lot of "fish in the sea." Adam wants to have another relationship, but if he is like most people he will probably wait around _____ years before remarrying.
A) 3 ½
B) 5
C) 7 ½
D) 10

Accepted Answer

On average, most people wait around 3 ½ years before remarrying after a divorce.

Question 13

The divorce rate in second marriages is about _____ higher if it involves stepchildren than if it does not.
A) 5%
B) 15%
C) 45%
D) 25%

Accepted Answer

The divorce rate in second marriages is about 25% higher if it involves stepchildren, due to the additional complexities and challenges that stepfamilies often face.

Question 14

In the United States of America, about ____ percent of the adult population has been married more than one time.
A) 4
B) 10
C) 18
D) 25

Accepted Answer

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, about 25 percent of the adult population in the United States has been married more than one time.

Question 15

Most marriage education programs focus on ________ skills as a way of helping enhance marital success.
A) communication
B) parenting
C) lovemaking
D) financial

Accepted Answer

Communication skills are essential for enhancing marital success, as they enable partners to express their needs, concerns, and feelings effectively, resolve conflicts, and build trust and intimacy. While parenting, lovemaking, and financial skills are also important in a marriage, they are not the primary focus of most marriage education programs.

Question 16

Wendy has asked her husband William for a divorce, and he has agreed that their marriage should end. Wendy believes that William is an excellent father, and does not want him alienated from their children. Research suggests that if they have a ________ divorce, William will remain more involved in his children's lives than if they went to court.
A) mediated
B) covenant
C) communal
D) collaborative

Accepted Answer

The answer of Wendy has asked her husband William for...

Question 17

The effects of divorce are surprisingly similar for both members of the marriage. Research finds that the most common feelings experienced include all but which of the following?
A) deep disappointment
B) feeling misunderstood
C) rejection
D) intense anger

Accepted Answer

The answer of The effects of divorce are surprisingly similar...

Question 18

During middle age, if a woman initiates a divorce, she would most likely feel
A) vulnerable.
B) optimistic.
C) depressed.
D) angry.

Accepted Answer

The answer of During middle age, if a woman initiates...

Question 19

What statement indicates that a couple is considering a "covenant marriage?"
A) "We must both convert to the same religious faith before marriage."
B) "The premarital counseling we will go through will help our marriage, and there will be very few reasons why we will divorce."
C) "This is a much easier route than the traditional 'no-fault' divorce."
D) "Remember that this is being done knowing that it will benefit the children."

Accepted Answer

The statement "The premarital counseling we will go through will help our marriage, and there will be very few reasons why we will divorce" suggests that the couple is considering a covenant marriage, which requires premarital counseling and limits the reasons for divorce. The other options may also be considerations for some couples, but they do not specifically indicate a covenant marriage.

Question 20

As a way to combat the rising divorce rates, the United States government created the __________ in 2005 to promote healthy marriages and fatherhood.
A) No Marriage Must Fail Protocol
B) Together Forever Act
C) Divorce Is A Four-Letter Word doctrine
D) Healthy Marriage Initiative

Accepted Answer

The option D, Healthy Marriage Initiative, is the correct answer as it was created by the United States government in 2005 with the aim of promoting healthy marriages and fatherhood. Option A and C are not actual government initiatives or protocols, while option B is a made-up act.

Quiz 11: Being With Others: Forming Relationships in Young and Middle Adulthood

The factor that is most related to a marriage ending in a later divorce is

Grace and George are engaged to be married and are considering taking a pre-marital education program to help their chances of having a successful marriage. Based on the research presented by your authors, what would you advise them?

________ divorce is a voluntary, contract-based alternative to traditional court-resolved divorce. It involves negotiation and resolution of the end of a marriage rather than having a ruling imposed on the couple.

In general, ________ wives and African American couples use more accommodating and fewer destructive and quiet withdrawal behaviors over time, which in turn leads to a decreased likelihood of divorce.

Women tend to be likely to initiate a divorce, and/but likely to remarry.

Guy has been struggling since he and his wife finalized their divorce. He still speaks with her at least once a day, has not dated anyone, and isn't developing any new friendships. Experts would say that Guy is experiencing a(n)

In 2008, the country that had the highest rate of marriages ending in divorce was

Why do your authors suggest that younger divorced people are less likely to remarry than older divorced people?

__________ is an approach based on the idea that the more prepared a couple is for marriage, the better the relationship will survive over the long run.

Hal and Bernice have been married for just nine months, and like any newly married couple they tend to argue from time to time. According to the model of Gottman and Levenson (2000) , if their conflicts include ________, their marriage will have a higher likelihood of ending in divorce.

Adam just finalized his divorce from his ex-wife. His mother is already telling him to "get back out there," because there are a lot of "fish in the sea." Adam wants to have another relationship, but if he is like most people he will probably wait around _____ years before remarrying.

The divorce rate in second marriages is about _____ higher if it involves stepchildren than if it does not.

In the United States of America, about ____ percent of the adult population has been married more than one time.

Most marriage education programs focus on ________ skills as a way of helping enhance marital success.

The effects of divorce are surprisingly similar for both members of the marriage. Research finds that the most common feelings experienced include all but which of the following?

During middle age, if a woman initiates a divorce, she would most likely feel

What statement indicates that a couple is considering a "covenant marriage?"

As a way to combat the rising divorce rates, the United States government created the __________ in 2005 to promote healthy marriages and fatherhood.