Question 1

The Johari Window looks at which two interpersonal communication dimensions?

Accepted Answer

The Johari Window is a model that depicts the relationship between an individual's level of self-awareness and the feedback they receive from others. It focuses on two dimensions of interpersonal communication: the willingness to self-disclose (openness) and the receptivity to feedback (ability to listen). Therefore, the best choice is D, which includes both of these dimensions. The other answer choices either do not align with the Johari Window model or only include one of the two relevant dimensions.

Question 2

According to Mark Knapp and Anita Vangelisti's stages of intimate relationships, which stage is characterized by a statement such as "I don't like early rock and roll music; I'd rather listen to classical music"?

Accepted Answer

The differentiating stage is where partners begin to express their differences and individuality, including expressing differing opinions and preferences, such as in the example given.

Question 3

Which of the following behaviors should you initially avoid, if you want to show and generate liking during the process of romancing another person?

Accepted Answer

Asking the other person to do you a favor may initially come across as manipulative or putting them in an uncomfortable position. It is better to focus on positive interactions and getting to know the person before asking for favors.

Question 4

According to Mark Knapp and Anita Vangelisti's stages of intimate relationships, which stage is characterized by the joining of personalities, opinions, and behaviors so that the two individuals become a recognized couple?

Accepted Answer

The stage characterized by the joining of personalities, opinions, and behaviors so that the two individuals become a recognized couple is the integrating stage.

Question 5

Which pane of the Johari Window is represented in the following example? You never know what Jen is going to say. And what she says often elicits strong negative reactions from others. She may blurt out embarrassing personal details about her love life or upset other people by telling "the truth" (as she sees it) about their work or appearance.

Accepted Answer

The example provided is describing behaviors that are not known to Jen, but are known to others. This represents the blind area of the Johari Window.

Question 6

What kind of question is being asked in the following example: "What do you think of Dr. Pearson's course and assignments?"

Accepted Answer

The question is open-ended because it invites a detailed response and does not limit the answer to specific options.

Question 7

Every time Alex discusses the project with Walter, he talks about how several attempts have been made to begin it within the last five years and that they all failed. Which ineffective self-disclosure technique is Alex demonstrating?

Accepted Answer

Alex is focusing on the past failures rather than the present situation or possible solutions, which is not an effective self-disclosure technique.

Question 8

What type of question is being asked in the following example: "Is this class required for your major?"

Accepted Answer

This is a closed-ended question because it only allows for a yes or no answer. It does not encourage discussion or elaboration.

Question 9

William Schutz's Fundamental Interpersonal Relationship Orientation (FIRO) Theory focuses on three

Accepted Answer

Schutz's FIRO theory focuses on three interpersonal needs: inclusion, control, and affection. These needs refer to individuals' desire to belong and feel included in a group, their need for control and influence in relationships, and their need for emotional closeness and intimacy. These needs are believed to be fundamental to our interactions with others and can impact the quality of our relationships.

Question 10

Which answer describes what happens when a limited number of people, usually two, interact and generate meaning using verbal and nonverbal messages?

Accepted Answer

Interpersonal communication involves a limited number of people, usually two, interacting and generating meaning using verbal and nonverbal messages. This type of communication is often characterized by a personal connection between the individuals involved.

Question 11

If the size of your __________ area in the Johari Window is small, it indicates that you are unwilling to self-disclose and are not receptive to feedback. Two things may explain this window size. Your relationship may be new or the relationship may be longstanding, but shallow.

Accepted Answer

The "open" area of the Johari Window represents information about yourself that you and others know. A small open area suggests limited self-disclosure and receptiveness to feedback, often due to new or shallow relationships.

Question 12

In 1960, almost half of all of the families in the United States were _______ families.

Accepted Answer

The term "nuclear family" refers to a family unit consisting of a married couple and their children, living together in the same household. In 1960, this was by far the most common type of family structure in the United States, accounting for nearly half of all families. Stepfamilies, single-parent families, and unmarried families with children were much less common at the time. "Married without children" may have been a common household type, but it is not technically considered a "family" in the same way as the others listed.

Question 13

A __________________ is an interaction, often informal, in which we exchange speaking and listening roles with another person.

Accepted Answer

The definition given aligns with the concept of conversation, which involves exchanging speaking and listening roles with another person. The other choices (A, B, C, and E) are either too general or not directly related to the given definition of the interaction.

Question 14

Intimacy, the feeling or state of knowing someone deeply, occurs in

Accepted Answer

Intimacy can occur in various types of relationships, not just romantic ones. It involves a deep understanding or connection, which can be found in friendships, intellectual partnerships, and even professional relationships, where trust and personal understanding are developed.

Question 15

John Gottman, who studies the value and consequences of close personal relationships and marriages offers several conclusions drawn from his own and others' research. Which of the following answers is not one of these conclusions?

Accepted Answer

The answer that is not one of John Gottman's conclusions is E, which states that the length of your life is determined far more by genetics than by the state of your close relationships. This goes against Gottman's research and conclusions, which emphasize the importance of close relationships for a longer and healthier life. Thus, choice E is the correct answer.

Question 16

As Steven continued to talk about the problem he was having at work, his wife leaned forward in her chair, provided direct eye contact, and started to open her mouth to say something. His wife's behavior represents which type of cue?

Accepted Answer

The wife's behavior of leaning forward, providing direct eye contact, and starting to open her mouth indicates a turn-requesting cue, suggesting she wants to speak or add to the conversation.

Question 17

According to Mark Knapp and Anita Vangelisti's stages of intimate relationships, which stage is characterized by a couple decreasing the amount of time they communicate with one another and not talking about important topics when they do communicate?

Accepted Answer

The stage characterized by a couple decreasing the amount of time they communicate with one another and not talking about important topics when they do communicate is circumscribing.

Question 18

Which pane of the Johari Window is represented in the following example? Psychologists are trained to pay careful attention to clients' verbal and nonverbal behavior without revealing their own personal feelings about the client.

Accepted Answer

The hidden area of the Johari Window represents information that is known to oneself but not to others. In this example, psychologists are aware of their personal feelings towards the client but choose not to reveal them, keeping this information hidden from the client.

Question 19

According to research by Oxford University professor Robin Dunbar, the part of our brain "used for connscious thought and language . . . limits us to managing __________ friends, not matter how sociable we are."

Accepted Answer

Dunbar's research suggests that the maximum number of meaningful relationships that a person can maintain is around 150, which is often called Dunbar's number. This is because the cognitive capacity required to maintain relationships and remember personal details about others is limited by the size of our neocortex, the part of the brain responsible for conscious thought and language. While some people might be able to maintain more than 150 relationships, the quality and depth of those connections may be more superficial.

Question 20

In 2010, nearly one-quarter of all families in the United States were _________ families.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In 2010, nearly one-quarter of all families...

Quiz 7: Understanding Interpersonal Relationships