Question 1

Xavier and Yolanda solve conflict by fighting until they reach a conclusion both can accept.What does Gottman call this type of communication?

Accepted Answer

A)  volatile 
B)  validating 
C)  conflict-avoiding 
D)  self-disclosing

Question 2

According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love,the three fundamental components of love are _______.

Accepted Answer

A)  intimacy, infatuation, and passion 
B)  passion, commitment, and infatuation 
C)  intimacy, passion, and commitment 
D)  passion, liking, and infatuation

Question 3

Quincy and Roberta have a sexually charged relationship,know little about each other,and have no interest in pursuing each other as long-term partners.According to the triangular theory of love,this relationship is based on _______.

Accepted Answer

A)  intimacy 
B)  commitment 
C)  romance 
D)  infatuation

Question 4

Carlos and Charlie share a strong sexual bond and work hard to make their relationship last over the long term.According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love,this couple is experiencing _______.

Accepted Answer

A)  empty love 
B)  fatuous love 
C)  companionate love 
D)  romantic love

Question 5

Explain John Allen Lee's styles of love theory.Define and provide examples of three love styles.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Janette is in a bar and is making eye contact with a man across the room.Janette is in the _______ stage of flirting.

Accepted Answer

A)  synchronization 
B)  approach 
C)  touch 
D)  swivel and turn

Question 7

Which of the following is the correct order for the five steps of flirting?

Accepted Answer

A)  approach, talk, swivel and turn, touch, synchronization 
B)  talk, swivel and turn, approach, touch, synchronization 
C)  swivel and turn, approach, synchronization, touch, talk 
D)  synchronization, approach, swivel and turn, talk, touch

Question 8

Which of the following is the order in which the phases of the cycle of violence occur?

Accepted Answer

A)  honeymoon, explosion, tension-building 
B)  tension-building, explosion, honeymoon 
C)  explosion, honeymoon, tension-building 
D)  honeymoon, tension-building, explosion

Question 9

What is meant by the term reciprocity of attraction?

Accepted Answer

A)  People tend to love their partner unconditionally. 
B)  People tend to love those with higher self-esteem. 
C)  People need to feel that their partner returns a similar level of affection. 
D)  People need to feel worthy of their partner's love.

Question 10

According to Gottman,_______ allows each partner to deny responsibility for the problems that are causing conflict.

Accepted Answer

A)  defensiveness 
B)  criticism 
C)  contempt 
D)  stonewalling

Question 11

According to the textbook,the amount of self-disclosure a person engages in is usually a function of their _______.

Accepted Answer

A)  initial physical attraction to another person 
B)  need to be in a relationship 
C)  level of self-confidence 
D)  perceived closeness of the relationship

Question 12

Which of the following describes Gottman's conflict-avoiding communication style?

Accepted Answer

A)  conflicts are resolved through calm discussion 
B)  conflicts are resolved by fighting them out 
C)  conflicts are resolved by reaching a mutually acceptable conclusion 
D)  conflicts are downplayed and resolution is not important

Question 13

Violet and Vicky have a relationship that possesses intimacy,passion,and commitment.According to the triangular theory of love,what type of love includes these components?

Accepted Answer

A)  consummate love 
B)  fatuous love 
C)  companionate love 
D)  romantic love

Question 14

Usually,the only way to stop relationship violence is for the victim to ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  leave the relationship 
B)  obey the abuser 
C)  seek counseling 
D)  have a child

Question 15

Abusive relationships are about the use of _______ and _______ that is achieved through a variety of physical,verbal and emotional tactics.

Accepted Answer

A)  power; jealousy 
B)  control; criticism 
C)  power; control 
D)  jealousy; criticism

Question 16

Which of the following is the most common type of relationship violence?

Accepted Answer

A)  men against men 
B)  men against women 
C)  women against women 
D)  women against men

Question 17

According to Gottman,it is _______ that determines the happiness and success of a relationship.

Accepted Answer

A)  how much a couple fights and argues 
B)  a couple's style of fighting and arguing 
C)  the level of passion in the relationship 
D)  the amount of romance in the relationship

Question 18

Sexual self-disclosure _________________________________________.

Accepted Answer

A)  promotes conversation about sexual likes, desires and turn -on's so that discussion of dislikes, concerns, and negative past experiences can be avoided. 
B)  is recognized as a unique strength of most Western cultures. 
C)  is unnecessary since intuition should be enough to understand one's intimate partner without taking the mystery out of the relationship. 
D)  allows for the sharing of information important for reducing risky sexual behaviors and leading to greater health and safety for both partners.

Question 19

Which of the following statements about jealousy is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  It should be a part of every relationship. 
B)  Men are usually more jealous than women. 
C)  It's a sign of true love. 
D)  It is one of the most frequent causes of the breakup of romantic relationships.

Exam 4: Intimate Relationships