Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of commitment?

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A)  responsibility
B)  passion
C)  reliability
D)  faithfulnessE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

One difference between heterosexual and homosexual couples is that same-sex partnerships tend to

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A)  be more egalitarian.
B)  have clearly defined roles for each partner.
C)  have one partner provide for the other financially.
D)  have special legal protections.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 3

The three keys of good communication in a relationship include all of the following EXECPT

Accepted Answer

A)  negative criticism.
B)  self-disclosure.
C)  listening skills.
D)  feedback skills.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 4

Approximately what percentage of divorced people marry again?

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A)  15 percent
B)  50 percent
C)  75 percent
D)  95 percentE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 5

One advantage cohabitation has over marriage is that

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A)  the health insurance benefits are better.
B)  most societies are prefer cohabitation.
C)  inheritance rights are better.
D)  partners have a greater sense of autonomy.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 6

List two positive and two potentially negative things about: (1) being single, (2) cohabiting with a partner, and (3) being married.

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Question 7

Which of the following statements about same-sex relationships is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Queer couples are less love-driven when pursuing committed relationships.
B)  Same-sex couples tend to place greater emphasis on role assignments than heterosexual couples.
C)  Those in queer partnerships have to deal with more societal hostility than those in heterosexual relationships.
D)  The use of the word "queer" tends to reference male same-sex relationships.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 8

The satisfaction in a relationship may increase when the intensity and excitement of initial passionate love subsides.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following statements about the major qualities that usually appear in strong American families is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Family members rarely seek counseling.
B)  Family members express appreciation for one another.
C)  Family members communicate with one another.
D)  Family members share a sense of spiritual wellness.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 10

Which of the following forms part of the basis for first attraction between two people?

Accepted Answer

A)  values
B)  appearance
C)  religious affiliation
D)  educational levelE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 11

Blended family is another term for stepfamily.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Gay and lesbian couples have many similarities with heterosexual couples.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

In order to develop an identity as a couple,individuals need to lose some autonomy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Long-term relationships generally have more chance of success if the partners have more similarities than differences.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Describe the societal changes faced by same-sex couples today in America;and then compare and contrast the elements of same-sex relationships to heterosexual relationships.

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Question 16

_______________ is a constructive response to another's self-disclosure.

Accepted Answer

A)  Criticism
B)  Feedback
C)  A nonverbal cue
D)  Issue clarificationE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 17

Women are more likely to head single-parent households than are men.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Commitment is more of a feeling than a conscious choice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The foundation of most relationships is sexual compatibility.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

A helpful skill in relationships is to be able to observe our emotions without judging them or immediately acting on them.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 4: Intimate Relationships and Communication

Commitment is more of a feeling than a conscious choice.

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Which of the following statements about the major qualities that usually appear in strong American families is FALSE?

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One difference between heterosexual and homosexual couples is that same-sex partnerships tend to

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Approximately what percentage of divorced people marry again?

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The foundation of most relationships is sexual compatibility.

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In order to develop an identity as a couple,individuals need to lose some autonomy.

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Which of the following forms part of the basis for first attraction between two people?

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Women are more likely to head single-parent households than are men.

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The three keys of good communication in a relationship include all of the following EXECPT

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Blended family is another term for stepfamily.

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The satisfaction in a relationship may increase when the intensity and excitement of initial passionate love subsides.

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_______________ is a constructive response to another's self-disclosure.

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Gay and lesbian couples have many similarities with heterosexual couples.

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of commitment?

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Which of the following statements about same-sex relationships is TRUE?

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Long-term relationships generally have more chance of success if the partners have more similarities than differences.

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A helpful skill in relationships is to be able to observe our emotions without judging them or immediately acting on them.

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