Question 1

When one spouse insults, swears, or shouts, the other is likely to:
A)get depressed
B)engage in the same behavior
C)ignore the behavior
D)feel upset and silently plan to get back at the partner

Accepted Answer

When one spouse insults, swears, or shouts, the other is likely to engage in the same behavior. This is because negative behavior can be contagious, and it can be difficult to break the cycle of negativity.

Question 2

Reflective listening involves which of the following?
A)listening with the "third" ear so the person will know you understand
B)paraphrasing or restating what the person you are listening to has said to you
C)listening to your "inner voice"
D)saying something pleasing to the partner to keep the interaction going

Accepted Answer

Reflective listening involves paraphrasing or restating what the person has said to you to show that you understand and to clarify any misunderstandings. Options A, C, and D are not related to reflective listening.

Question 3

With regard to new research on sexting, which of the following was found to be false?
A)About sixty percent of undergraduates in one study reported sending erotic texts.
B)Men were more likely than women to send erotic text messages.
C)There were no gender differences in sending sex text messages.
D)Nonwhites were more likely to report using technology to send sex content.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that there are not significant gender differences in the likelihood of sending erotic text messages, contradicting the claim that men are more likely to engage in this behavior.

Question 4

With regard to division of labor and satisfaction, Claffey and Mickelson (2010) found that:
A)women are more dissatisfied because they do most of the work.
B)the perception of the division of labor upsets partners more than the actual division of labor.
C)men feel guilty because they do not do their share.
D)both sexes are upset about it but for different reasons.

Accepted Answer

According to Claffey and Mickelson (2010), the perception of the division of labor is a better predictor of satisfaction than the actual division of labor. This means that how partners perceive the division of labor can have a greater impact on their satisfaction levels than the actual amount of work they do. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. The other options are not supported by the research.

Question 5

A wife who folds her hands and rolls her eyes is using what form of communication?
A)nonverbal
B)explicit expressions
C)verbal communication
D)sculpting

Accepted Answer

Folding hands and rolling eyes are nonverbal cues that convey a message without spoken words.

Question 6

With regard to new research on sexting, which of the following was found to be false?
A)Sending sex messages was more frequent than sending erotic photos.
B)About four in ten respondents reported sending an erotic photo.
C)Nonwhites sent more erotic messages than whites.
D)The younger the undergraduate (e.g., freshman), the more likely he or she was to sext.

Accepted Answer

Research found that younger undergraduates were not necessarily more likely to sext compared to older students.

Question 7

Which of the following is an open-ended question?
A)How do you feel about having children?
B)Do you like children?
C)Would you consider adopting a child?
D)Do you think we would make beautiful children together?

Accepted Answer

A is an open-ended question because it allows the person being asked to provide a more detailed and personal response, rather than just a simple "yes" or "no" answer.

Question 8

The average number of text messages per month that today's youth send to their partners and/or peers is:
A)about 100
B)about 200
C)about 2000
D)about 4000

Accepted Answer

According to a survey conducted by the research firm, GfK, the average number of text messages that today's youth send to their partners and/or peers is around 2000 per month. This indicates that choice (C) is the best answer. Options (A) and (B) have been outpaced by technological advancements, whereas option (D) is an exaggerated estimation.

Question 9

"Come over anytime" typically means which of the following?
A)I care about our friendship and look forward to seeing you.
B)You are welcome to come over but call before you come.
C)Just what is says, the door is always open.
D)Never come.

Accepted Answer

The answer of "Come over anytime" typically means which of...

Question 10

With regard to relationships, people most likely use text messaging to:
A)send erotic messages
B)send erotic photos and videos
C)give negative feedback to partner that cannot be done face to face
D)commence, advance, or maintain relationships

Accepted Answer

Text messaging is commonly used to initiate, escalate, and maintain romantic relationships. It allows individuals to maintain contact and communicate throughout the day, despite busy schedules or distance. While some people may use it to send erotic messages or photos, this is not the primary purpose for most individuals. Additionally, using text messaging to give negative feedback to a partner is not a healthy or effective way to communicate and should not be encouraged.

Question 11

Which of the following is not considered to be an advantage of using of MySpace?
A)It provides one with bragging privileges in cyberspace.
B)It connects one to others.
C)It confirms one's acceptance to others.
D)It provides support as one navigates a developing interpersonal world.

Accepted Answer

MySpace, like other social networking platforms, is primarily designed to connect individuals, confirm social acceptance, and provide support in interpersonal development. Bragging privileges in cyberspace, while potentially a byproduct of how some individuals use these platforms, is not considered a core advantage or purpose of MySpace.

Question 12

Which of the following is not a closed-ended question?
A)Will I see you again?
B)Do you like to dance?
C)Would you like to hang out tonight?
D)How do you feel about me?

Accepted Answer

"How do you feel about me?" is an open-ended question as it invites the respondent to provide a detailed and personalized answer rather than selecting from a limited set of options. A, B, and C are all closed-ended questions as they can be answered with a single yes/no or either/or response.

Question 13

Which of the following is not identified in your text as a function of texting?
A)commencing a relationship
B)advancing a relationship
C)ending a relationship
D)maintaining a relationship

Accepted Answer

Texting is often used to commence, advance, and maintain relationships, but ending a relationship is typically not identified as a primary function of texting.

Question 14

Which of the following is not a characteristic of addiction in text messaging?
A)loss of relationships due to overuse
B)loss of control-person feels driven to be texting
C)use of alcohol while texting
D)mechanism of escape

Accepted Answer

The use of alcohol while texting is not considered a characteristic of addiction in text messaging. Instead, the other options listed (loss of relationships, loss of control, and mechanism of escape) are recognized as common signs of addictive behavior when it comes to texting.

Question 15

According to Markman et al. (2010), how many negatives translate into a "bad week"?
A)one
B)somewhere between five and ten
C)over 15
D)if there are plenty of positives, the spouses don't notice the negatives

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to Markman et al. (2010), how...

Question 16

Being authentic means to be:
A)open with one's partner about one's preferences and feelings
B)sensitive to the needs of the other person and avoid their "emotional G spot"
C)aware that it is one's thoughts and feelings not one's behavior that rules
D)aware that it is one's behavior, not one's thoughts and feelings that rule

Accepted Answer

Being authentic means being honest and open about one's true feelings, thoughts, and preferences with their partner. This creates a deeper level of emotional intimacy and trust in the relationship. Being sensitive to the needs of the other person is important, but it is not the same as being authentic. The other options are incorrect because behavior does not necessarily reflect one's true thoughts and feelings, and the idea of an "emotional G spot" is not a relevant concept in this context.

Question 17

What is an example of a "correct rejection"?
A)Mark comes home drunk and Mary says nothing but cuts off sex.
B)Mary goes to bed early so as to avoid sex.
C)Mark comes home drunk and Mary says nothing.
D)Mark confronts Mary with her sexual rejection of him.

Accepted Answer

A correct rejection is when someone does not engage in unwanted sexual behavior and the other person does not pressure or force them to do so. In this example, Mary is not consenting to sex with Mark while he is drunk, and Mark does not pressure her into changing her decision. This is a healthy and respectful interaction. Choices A and B involve avoidance behaviors, which may not address the underlying issue, while choice D involves confrontation, which can lead to coercion and an unsafe situation.

Question 18

An open-ended question is one that:
A)cannot be answered
B)encourages a person to give an answer that contains a lot of information
C)encourages a person to provide a simple, "to the point" answer
D)is vague so the person listening can "hear" what they want to hear

Accepted Answer

An open-ended question is designed to encourage a person to give a detailed and informative answer. It is the opposite of a closed-ended question which seeks a short and direct response. Open-ended questions allow for more thorough exploration of a topic or issue.

Question 19

When is the Internet a problem in relationships?
A)when only one partner knows how to play games on the Internet
B)when the partners spend all of their time on the Internet together
C)when partners disagree about whether to buy high speed Internet for their apartment
D)when partners prefer being on the Internet to spending time with each other

Accepted Answer

When one or both partners prefer being on the Internet instead of spending time with each other, it can create a problem in the relationship. This can lead to feelings of neglect, loneliness, and disconnection from each other. It's important for partners to balance their time on the Internet with spending quality time together in person.

Question 20

Which of the following is not true of conflict in relationships?
A)Sustained conflict over chronic problems contributes to poor mental health.
B)Sustained conflict over chronic problems contributes to poor physical health.
C)Couples in trouble are those who never discuss their problems.
D)Couples in trouble are those who disagree about an issue.

Accepted Answer

Couples in conflict are not necessarily in trouble because they disagree about an issue. Disagreements are a normal and healthy part of any relationship. The other options are true; sustained conflict over chronic problems can contribute to poor mental and physical health. Couples who avoid discussing their problems are often in trouble because they do not address their issues and work towards a resolution.

Quiz 4: Communication

When one spouse insults, swears, or shouts, the other is likely to:

Reflective listening involves which of the following?

With regard to new research on sexting, which of the following was found to be false?

With regard to division of labor and satisfaction, Claffey and Mickelson (2010) found that:

A wife who folds her hands and rolls her eyes is using what form of communication?

With regard to new research on sexting, which of the following was found to be false?

Which of the following is an open-ended question?

The average number of text messages per month that today's youth send to their partners and/or peers is:

"Come over anytime" typically means which of the following?

With regard to relationships, people most likely use text messaging to:

Which of the following is not considered to be an advantage of using of MySpace?

Which of the following is not a closed-ended question?

Which of the following is not identified in your text as a function of texting?

Which of the following is not a characteristic of addiction in text messaging?

According to Markman et al. (2010) , how many negatives translate into a "bad week"?

Being authentic means to be:

What is an example of a "correct rejection"?

An open-ended question is one that:

When is the Internet a problem in relationships?

Which of the following is not true of conflict in relationships?