Question 1

Dyadic processes always follow intrapsychic processes of relationship deterioration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The intensely positive feels that come to mind when we think about romantic intimacy is called ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The intensely positive feels that come to...

Question 3

One way partners manage relational tension is ____________________,in which they assign each need to certain spheres,issues,or activities.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One way partners manage relational tension is...

Question 4

The three greatest influences on initial attraction in romantic relationships are

Accepted Answer

A) confidence,self-concept,and proximity. 
B) self-confidence,candor,and physical attractiveness. 
C) physical attractiveness,self-confidence,and proximity. 
D) outspokenness,physical attractiveness,and self-concept. 
E) self-concept,proximity,and similarity 
A) confidence,self-concept,and proximity. 
B) self-confidence,candor,and physical attractiveness. 
C) physical attractiveness,self-confidence,and proximity. 
D) outspokenness,physical attractiveness,and self-concept. 
E) self-concept,proximity,and similarity

Question 5

Intimate partner violence tends to follow a predictable cycle.Using specific examples,describe this cycle.

Accepted Answer

Intimate partner violence often follows

Question 6

____________________ negotiates a compromise in which each dialectical need is met to an extent but neither is full satisfied.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ negotiates a compromise in which each...

Question 7

Since each relationship is unique,there are few commonalities that explain how each relationship develops.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

According to Steve Duck,relationship deterioration evolves as a sequence of stages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Passion must exist between two people for them to remain committed to a relationship.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

____________________ is the most difficult but the most effective way to manage relational dialectics.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ is the most difficult but the...

Question 11

Sally and Jack have been seeing one another regularly since their Introduction to Communication class ended.They have a great number of common interests and activities.Lately though,Sally has mentioned to Jack her need to maintain her other male and female friendship activities.Though Sally and Jack's relationship remains strong,Sally's comments could be interpreted as which of the following stages of Duck's model of romantic relationships?

Accepted Answer

A) invitational communication 
B) explorational communication 
C) intensifying communication 
D) intimate bonding 
E) navigation 
A) invitational communication 
B) explorational communication 
C) intensifying communication 
D) intimate bonding 
E) navigation

Question 12

Martial stability is more closely linked to equitable divisions of money and material possessions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

____________________ are voluntary commitments between irreplaceable individuals who are influenced by rules,relational dialectics,and the surrounding contexts.

Accepted Answer

Personal r

Question 14

Trisha and her roommate Leena have a regular schedule of television shows that they watch.Even though they enjoy their programs,sometimes they feel like they are missing out on more exciting events on their college campus.Trisha and Leena are experiencing the ____ dialectic.

Accepted Answer

A) the autonomy/connection 
B) the closeness/openness 
C) the dominance/subordination 
D) the novelty/predictability 
E) the trust/intimacy 
A) the autonomy/connection 
B) the closeness/openness 
C) the dominance/subordination 
D) the novelty/predictability 
E) the trust/intimacy

Question 15

What we put into relationships that cannot be retrieved if the relationships end are called ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of What we put into relationships that cannot...

Question 16

All relationships have rules that guide how partners communicate.Rules are important for which of the following reasons?

Accepted Answer

A) They guide how partners interpret each other's communication. 
B) They define what is expected. 
C) They control what places to go. 
D) They define who we are as people. 
E) They both guide how partners interpret each other's communication as well as define what is expected. 
A) They guide how partners interpret each other's communication. 
B) They define what is expected. 
C) They control what places to go. 
D) They define who we are as people. 
E) They both guide how partners interpret each other's communication as well as define what is expected.

Question 17

A private world of rules,understandings,meanings,and patterns of interacting that partners create for their relationship is known as ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A private world of rules,understandings,meanings,and patterns of...

Question 18

The term "honeymoon" is used to describe the time in a relationship when a couple begin to initially commit to each other.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Men assume more psychological responsibility for relationships than women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Contradictory needs or tensions in personal relationships are called ____________________.

Accepted Answer

relational

Dyadic processes always follow intrapsychic processes of relationship deterioration.

The intensely positive feels that come to mind when we think about romantic intimacy is called ____________________.

One way partners manage relational tension is ____________________,in which they assign each need to certain spheres,issues,or activities.

The three greatest influences on initial attraction in romantic relationships are

Intimate partner violence tends to follow a predictable cycle.Using specific examples,describe this cycle.

____________________ negotiates a compromise in which each dialectical need is met to an extent but neither is full satisfied.

Since each relationship is unique,there are few commonalities that explain how each relationship develops.

According to Steve Duck,relationship deterioration evolves as a sequence of stages.

Passion must exist between two people for them to remain committed to a relationship.

____________________ is the most difficult but the most effective way to manage relational dialectics.

Martial stability is more closely linked to equitable divisions of money and material possessions.

____________________ are voluntary commitments between irreplaceable individuals who are influenced by rules,relational dialectics,and the surrounding contexts.

Trisha and her roommate Leena have a regular schedule of television shows that they watch.Even though they enjoy their programs,sometimes they feel like they are missing out on more exciting events on their college campus.Trisha and Leena are experiencing the ____ dialectic.

What we put into relationships that cannot be retrieved if the relationships end are called ____________________.

All relationships have rules that guide how partners communicate.Rules are important for which of the following reasons?

A private world of rules,understandings,meanings,and patterns of interacting that partners create for their relationship is known as ____________________.

The term "honeymoon" is used to describe the time in a relationship when a couple begin to initially commit to each other.

Men assume more psychological responsibility for relationships than women.

Contradictory needs or tensions in personal relationships are called ____________________.

The World of Communication

Perception and Communication

Communication and Personal Identity

Listening Effectively

The Verbal Dimension of Communication

The Nonverbal Dimension of Communication

Communication and Culture

Communication in Groups and Teams

Communication in Organizations

Media and Media Literacy

Planning Public Speaking

Researching and Developing Support for Public Speeches

Organizing and Presenting Public Speeches

Informative Speaking

Persuasive Speaking

Interviewing

Filters

Exam 8: Communication in Personal Relationships

Dyadic processes always follow intrapsychic processes of relationship deterioration.

The intensely positive feels that come to mind when we think about romantic intimacy is called ____________________.

One way partners manage relational tension is ____________________,in which they assign each need to certain spheres,issues,or activities.

The three greatest influences on initial attraction in romantic relationships are

Intimate partner violence tends to follow a predictable cycle.Using specific examples,describe this cycle.

____________________ negotiates a compromise in which each dialectical need is met to an extent but neither is full satisfied.

Since each relationship is unique,there are few commonalities that explain how each relationship develops.

According to Steve Duck,relationship deterioration evolves as a sequence of stages.

Passion must exist between two people for them to remain committed to a relationship.

____________________ is the most difficult but the most effective way to manage relational dialectics.

Martial stability is more closely linked to equitable divisions of money and material possessions.

____________________ are voluntary commitments between irreplaceable individuals who are influenced by rules,relational dialectics,and the surrounding contexts.

Trisha and her roommate Leena have a regular schedule of television shows that they watch.Even though they enjoy their programs,sometimes they feel like they are missing out on more exciting events on their college campus.Trisha and Leena are experiencing the ____ dialectic.

What we put into relationships that cannot be retrieved if the relationships end are called ____________________.

All relationships have rules that guide how partners communicate.Rules are important for which of the following reasons?

A private world of rules,understandings,meanings,and patterns of interacting that partners create for their relationship is known as ____________________.

The term "honeymoon" is used to describe the time in a relationship when a couple begin to initially commit to each other.

Men assume more psychological responsibility for relationships than women.

Contradictory needs or tensions in personal relationships are called ____________________.

The World of Communication

Perception and Communication

Communication and Personal Identity

Listening Effectively

The Verbal Dimension of Communication

The Nonverbal Dimension of Communication

Communication and Culture

Communication in Groups and Teams

Communication in Organizations

Media and Media Literacy

Planning Public Speaking

Researching and Developing Support for Public Speeches

Organizing and Presenting Public Speeches

Informative Speaking

Persuasive Speaking

Interviewing

Filters