Question 1

Which of the following is NOT an element of Sternberg's triangular theory of love?

Accepted Answer

"Attraction" is not one of the three elements in Sternberg's triangular theory of love. The three elements are passion, intimacy, and commitment.

Question 2

Josie's boyfriend called her up to say "I like you,I care about you,I think you're a great person,but I am not in love with you." Josie's boyfriend does not feel _____ for her.

Accepted Answer

The boyfriend explicitly states that he is not "in love" with Josie, meaning he does not feel romantic and passionate love for her. Liking and companionate love can still exist without romantic and passionate love. Compassionate love involves feelings of caring and concern for the well-being of another person, but it does not necessarily involve romantic or passionate feelings.

Question 3

Brian is passionately attracted to Teresa.He has no strong commitment to her and doesn't feel much intimacy with her.According to the triangular theory of love Brian is feeling:

Accepted Answer

Infatuation is characterized by strong passion without intimacy or commitment, which aligns with Brian's feelings towards Teresa.

Question 4

Across history and cultures,love has almost universally been conceptualized as:

Accepted Answer

Love has been conceptualized in different ways across various cultures and time periods. It is not limited to heterosexual experiences, marriage, or sexual intimacy. These concepts are specific to certain cultures and historical contexts, but not universal.

Question 5

Lexi and Caleb have a deep passion for one another,and after a whirlwind courtship they got married.They don't know each other very well.Lexi and Caleb are experiencing:

Accepted Answer

Fatuous love is characterized by a strong commitment based on passion without the intimacy component, which is typical in whirlwind courtships where the partners do not know each other well.

Question 6

According to Sternberg,which of the following are the three building blocks of love?

Accepted Answer

According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, love is composed of three parts: intimacy, passion, and commitment. Intimacy refers to feelings of closeness and connectedness with another person, while passion refers to strong feelings of sexual desire and attraction. Commitment refers to the decision to maintain love for the long-term. Therefore, the correct answer is C) Passion, intimacy, and commitment. The other answer choices either include elements not included in Sternberg's theory (such as tension or loss) or do not include all three building blocks of love.

Question 7

According to the triangular theory,commitment without intimacy or passion is known as:

Accepted Answer

According to the triangular theory, commitment without intimacy or passion is known as empty love. Empty love is characterized by a commitment to maintain a relationship without the feelings of intimacy or passion. Nonlove is the absence of all three components (commitment, intimacy, and passion), infatuation refers to a passion without commitment or intimacy, and liking is the presence of intimacy without passion or commitment.

Question 8

When researchers increased physiological arousal of men with the viewing of disgusting material or something funny,did the source of the arousal matter for their later attraction?

Accepted Answer

The source of arousal did not matter; both groups who experienced an increase in physiological arousal, whether from disgusting or funny material, were more attracted to the beautiful woman. This is consistent with the misattribution of arousal theory, suggesting that physiological arousal can intensify subsequent emotional experiences, including attraction, regardless of the arousal source.

Question 9

Which form of love is likely to characterize a long,happy marriage?

Accepted Answer

Companionate love is characterized by mutual trust, respect, affection, and deep commitment between partners. It develops gradually over time and is based on shared experiences, emotional intimacy, and the ability to rely on each other for support.

In a long, happy marriage, the initial passion of romantic love may diminish over time, but the affection and deep connection of companionate love can strengthen and endure. Fatuous love and infatuation are short-lived and based on superficial qualities, while companionate love requires a deeper understanding and appreciation of each other's values, needs, and personalities.

Question 10

Historically,which of the following has been of least importance as a rationale for marriage?

Accepted Answer

Historically, love has often been of least importance as a rationale for marriage. Marriages were frequently arranged to secure political alliances, economic benefits, or family ties, rather than based on the personal affection between the individuals involved.

Question 11

Which form of love involves high levels of commitment,intimacy,and passion?

Accepted Answer

Consummate love involves high levels of commitment, intimacy, and passion, making it the closest to the ideal form of love. It requires a deep emotional connection, physical attraction, and a willingness to work together to maintain the relationship.

Question 12

Just after getting off a rollercoaster at an amusement park,you see someone who is very attractive.When he/she asks you to join them for some cotton candy,you say yes and later report to your friends how strongly attracted you were to him/her.Your strong attraction may be due to the fact that:

Accepted Answer

Arousal from the roller coaster can cause a misattribution of the cause for the physiological arousal, leading to an increased attraction towards the person who happened to be nearby. This phenomenon is known as misattribution of arousal. Hence, it is likely that the strong attraction towards the attractive person is due to the arousal from the roller coaster, which exaggerated the feelings of attraction.

Question 13

According to the studies in the text,which of these fuels love?

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the studies in the text,which...

Question 14

Shauna and Scott feel like they know everything about one another.They are passionately attracted to each other.But when they are done with college they may part ways as they search for jobs or further education.Shauna and Scott are experiencing:

Accepted Answer

Shauna and Scott's relationship is characterized by both intimacy (feeling like they know everything about one another) and passion (being passionately attracted to each other), which are two of the components of romantic love according to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love. The uncertainty about their future together does not change the nature of their current feelings.

Question 15

The history of love described in the textbook suggests that passionate love:

Accepted Answer

The textbook suggests that passionate love has been around for a long time, but only recently has been seen as a reason for marriage. This is reflected in the historical evolution of marriage and love, particularly in the West.

Question 16

According to Hatfield and Berscheid,physiological arousal and the belief that someone is the cause of this arousal is the source of:

Accepted Answer

According to Hatfield and Berscheid, physiological arousal and the belief that someone is the cause of this arousal is the source of passionate attraction.

Question 17

Love as a necessary condition for marriage has:

Accepted Answer

Love as a necessary condition for marriage has become more important in the United States since the 1960s, reflecting broader cultural shifts towards individualism and personal fulfillment.

Question 18

Which of the following best describes "platonic love"?

Accepted Answer

Platonic love is a type of love that involves nonsexual adoration of the beloved, often characterized by a deep connection based on shared interests, values, and intellectual compatibility. It is named after the ancient Greek philosopher Plato, who wrote extensively about the nature of love and its many forms. Unlike romantic or sexual love, platonic love does not involve physical or sexual attraction, and is often celebrated for its purity and depth.

Question 19

Brian,a student who wants to get back into shape,decides to ride a bike to campus every day.A few days after getting into his new routine,he decides to cycle from his afternoon lab at UC-Santa Barbara all the way to the Santa Barbara beach.Once his adrenaline is piqued by the exercise,he notices a passerby smiling at him benignly.He is most likely to react with a feeling of:

Accepted Answer

Since Brian's adrenaline is piqued due to the exercise, the most likely feeling he would experience when a passerby smiles at him benignly is arousal. Arousal is a feeling of excitement or stimulation caused by something, and it is a common feeling associated with physical exercise. Therefore, A) arousal is the best choice.

Question 20

Arousal influences attraction if:

Accepted Answer

Arousal can be triggered by both positive and negative stimuli, and can lead to an increase in attraction regardless of the valence of the arousal. For example, people may feel a sense of excitement and attraction when on a thrilling amusement park ride (positive arousal), but they may also experience attraction to someone who has just rescued them from a dangerous situation (negative arousal). Therefore, arousal can be either positive or negative, and still influence attraction.

Quiz 8: Love