Question 1

Tabitha wants some time alone because she feels a need to get in touch with herself as an individual. However, her partner wants them to spend as much time together as possible. The tension in this example illustrates the ____ relational dialectic.

Accepted Answer

A)  novelty/predictability 
B)  commitment/love 
C)  trust/dependence 
D)  openness/closedness 
E)  autonomy/connection

Question 2

When communicating with a person with a disability, all of the following are generally accepted guidelines EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  speak directly to the person. 
B)  try to position yourself at eye level if a person uses a wheelchair or crutches. 
C)  provide assistance without asking. 
D)  do not lean on a person's wheelchair as this may be an invasion of personal space. 
E)  don't use childish language with people who have no mental disability.

Question 3

Few of us feel what Gibb called "psychologically sage" when we are the targets of judgments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

This communication tends to cultivate supportive, confirming communication climates. It focuses on finding a solution that all parties find acceptable.

Accepted Answer

A)  description 
B)  provisionalism 
C)  spontaneity 
D)  problem orientation 
E)  equality

Question 5

When talking with people with disabilities, you may offer assistance, but don't provide it unless your offer is accepted.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The counterpoint to evaluation is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  description 
B)  provisionalism 
C)  spontaneity 
D)  problem orientation 
E)  equality

Question 7

All of our relationships are very complex and are shaped by numerous factors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Identify the following:
-Reframing

Accepted Answer

The answer of Identify the following:
-Reframing...

Question 9

Commitment is a decision to remain in a relationship. Notice that commitment is defined as a decision, not a feeling.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Marge says to Homer, "I don't want to hear it, you can no change my mind". These statements illustrate:

Accepted Answer

A)  description 
B)  provisionalism 
C)  spontaneity 
D)  problem orientation 
E)  certainty

Question 11

Unlike passion or attraction, which arise in the present, commitment links partners together in the future.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Discuss the four features that research indicates are characteristic of satisfying close relationships. After identifying each feature, explain and illustrate how it is communicated between people.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss the four features that research indicates...

Question 13

The counterpoint to control is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  description 
B)  provisionalism 
C)  spontaneity 
D)  problem orientation 
E)  equality

Question 14

This kind of communication feels open, honest, and unpremeditated.

Accepted Answer

A)  description 
B)  provisionalism 
C)  spontaneity 
D)  problem orientation 
E)  equality

Question 15

____ in interpersonal relationships involves believing in another person's reliability and emotionally relying on that person.

Accepted Answer

A)  Climate 
B)  Investment 
C)  Love 
D)  Commitment 
E)  Trust

Question 16

The happiest dating and married partners feel that they do not invest equally in their relationship compared to their partner.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Coworkers who say something like "it seems like we have really different ideas about how to tackle this new project. Let's talk through what each of us has in mind and how we can connect our goals." This is a great example of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  description 
B)  provisionalism 
C)  spontaneity 
D)  problem orientation 
E)  equality

Question 18

Identify the following:
-Assertion

Accepted Answer

The answer of Identify the following:
-Assertion...

Question 19

Identify the following:
-Trust

Accepted Answer

The answer of Identify the following:
-Trust...

Question 20

Investments cannot be recovered, so the only way to reap the benefits of your investments is to stick with a relationship.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 8: Communication Climate: the Foundation of Personal Relationships

Tabitha wants some time alone because she feels a need to get in touch with herself as an individual. However, her partner wants them to spend as much time together as possible. The tension in this example illustrates the ____ relational dialectic.

When communicating with a person with a disability, all of the following are generally accepted guidelines EXCEPT:

Few of us feel what Gibb called "psychologically sage" when we are the targets of judgments.

This communication tends to cultivate supportive, confirming communication climates. It focuses on finding a solution that all parties find acceptable.

When talking with people with disabilities, you may offer assistance, but don't provide it unless your offer is accepted.

The counterpoint to evaluation is ____.

All of our relationships are very complex and are shaped by numerous factors.

Identify the following: -Reframing

Commitment is a decision to remain in a relationship. Notice that commitment is defined as a decision, not a feeling.

Marge says to Homer, "I don't want to hear it, you can no change my mind". These statements illustrate:

Unlike passion or attraction, which arise in the present, commitment links partners together in the future.

Discuss the four features that research indicates are characteristic of satisfying close relationships. After identifying each feature, explain and illustrate how it is communicated between people.

The counterpoint to control is ____.

This kind of communication feels open, honest, and unpremeditated.

____ in interpersonal relationships involves believing in another person's reliability and emotionally relying on that person.

The happiest dating and married partners feel that they do not invest equally in their relationship compared to their partner.

Coworkers who say something like "it seems like we have really different ideas about how to tackle this new project. Let's talk through what each of us has in mind and how we can connect our goals." This is a great example of ____.

Identify the following: -Assertion

Identify the following: -Trust

Investments cannot be recovered, so the only way to reap the benefits of your investments is to stick with a relationship.