Question 1

In reference to her love life, Mary says, "I like to shop around. It's a challenge to try to get someone interested in me, but I'm not looking for anything permanent." Mary seems to have which style of loving?
A) eros
B) storge
C) ludus
D) pragma
E) agape

Accepted Answer

Mary's approach to love, where she enjoys the challenge of getting someone interested in her without seeking permanence, aligns with the ludus style of loving. Ludus is characterized by treating love as a game, with an emphasis on fun and casual relationships rather than deep emotional connections or long-term commitment.

Question 2

In terms of love styles, all of the following statements are true EXCEPT:
A) most people have a combination of styles.
B) one's love style is permanent throughout life.
C) love style is part of an overall system.
D) individual styles are not necessarily good or bad.
E) love style is affected by all other aspects of a relationship.

Accepted Answer

Love styles can evolve over time due to personal growth, experiences, and changes in relationships. They are not fixed or permanent throughout life.

Question 3

Qualities that set committed romantic relationships apart from other close relationships include:
A) trust.
B) self-disclosure.
C) assumed permanence.
D) social support.
E) replaceablity.

Accepted Answer

Assumed permanence is a unique quality of committed romantic relationships, indicating a mutual understanding that the relationship is intended to be long-lasting, setting it apart from other types of close relationships.

Question 4

The three secondary styles of love are.
A) infatuation, lust, and expressive
B) like, lust, and vibrance
C) pragma, mania, and agape
D) eros, storge, and ludos
E) eros, agape, and amor

Accepted Answer

The three secondary styles of love, according to John Alan Lee's color wheel theory of love, are pragma (practical love), mania (obsessive love), and agape (selfless love). These styles are considered secondary because they are derived from combinations of the primary love styles (eros, ludus, and storge).

Question 5

This love tends to develop gradually and to be peaceful and stable.
A) eros
B) storge
C) ludus
D) pragma
E) agape

Accepted Answer

Storge is a type of love that emphasizes natural affection, like that between parents and children, and often develops gradually, leading to a stable and peaceful relationship.

Question 6

Men are more likely than women to be this kind of lover,
A) eros
B) storge
C) ludus
D) pragma
E) agape

Accepted Answer

The answer of Men are more likely than women to...

Question 7

Relational culture is best defined as:
A) the influence of a couple's culture on their interpersonal relationship.
B) the degree to which a relationship is tied into the larger culture within which it exists.
C) private understandings, rules, and meanings that partners create..
D) the degree to which a couple enjoys cultural activities such as attending concerts and going to art museums.
E) the culture that develops when the participants are from different cultural backgrounds.

Accepted Answer

Relational culture refers to the unique private understandings, rules, and meanings that partners create within their relationship, distinguishing it from broader cultural norms or practices.

Question 8

The resurrection process of relationship deterioration involves all of the following except.
A) the two people move on with their lives
B) the two people conceive of themselves as single again
C) attempting to restore the deteriorating relationship
D) the previous partner is no longer an intimate
E) reorganizing their lives without the partner

Accepted Answer

The answer of The resurrection process of relationship deterioration involves...

Question 9

During the ____ phase of romantic relationship deterioration, individuals try to make sense of what the relationship meant, why it didn't work out, what it meant, and how it affected them.
A) social support
B) intrapsychic
C) grave dressing
D) dyadic
E) dyadic breakdown

Accepted Answer

The "grave dressing" phase in romantic relationship deterioration involves individuals processing the end of the relationship, making sense of its significance, reasons for its failure, and its impact on them. This metaphorical term suggests the process of tidying up and putting to rest the 'dead' relationship, similar to how one might dress a grave after a burial.

Question 10

This is the most intuitive and spontaneous of all love styles, and it is also the fastest moving.
A) eros
B) storge
C) ludus
D) pragma
E) agape

Accepted Answer

Eros is characterized by intense emotional attachment and powerful sexual feelings or desires, making it the most intuitive and spontaneous love style. It often develops quickly, with individuals experiencing strong attractions and passions towards their partners.

Question 11

Describing his romantic relationship, Bob says, "I just fell hook, line, and sinker the moment I saw Doreen. It was a classic case of love at first sight, and I still light up whenever I see her." Bob seems to have which style of loving?
A) eros
B) storge
C) ludus
D) pragma
E) agape

Accepted Answer

Bob's description of his feelings for Doreen—falling "hook, line, and sinker" at first sight and still lighting up whenever he sees her—indicates an intense, passionate form of love. This is characteristic of eros, a style of loving that emphasizes physical attraction and emotional intensity.

Question 12

According to research reports discussed in the textbook, the greatest influences on interpersonal attraction include:
A) proximity.
B) love style.
C) trust.
D) passion.
E) nonverbal cues.

Accepted Answer

Proximity is one of the greatest influences on interpersonal attraction as it increases the likelihood of interaction and familiarity, which can lead to attraction.

Question 13

This is a comfortable, even-keeled kind of love based on friendship and compatibility.
A) eros
B) storge
C) ludus
D) pragma
E) agape

Accepted Answer

Storge is a type of love that is based on friendship, familiarity, and compatibility, often described as a comfortable and stable form of love.

Question 14

Of her marriage Myra says, "It wasn't like we ever really fell in love. It was more like we grew together kind of gradually. I think of my husband as my best friend." Myra seems to have which style of loving?
A) eros
B) ludus
C) agape
D) storge
E) pragma

Accepted Answer

Myra describes a relationship that grew gradually and is based on deep friendship, which aligns with the characteristics of storge love, emphasizing companionship and shared values.

Question 15

Which of the following comments would likely be made during the invitational stage of romantic relationships?
A) "Are you also a communication studies major?"
B) "My parents divorced when I was 5 years old, so it's difficult for me to bond with others."
C) "I'm really afraid of getting involved with anyone."
D) "How would you describe your views on organized religion?"
E) "Let's spend this weekend hiking in the redwoods."

Accepted Answer

During the invitational stage, individuals typically engage in small talk and ask questions to learn basic information about each other, such as interests or academic majors.

Question 16

Which one of the following statements is true about violence and abuse in romantic relationships?
A) Only women can be targets of violence and abuse.
B) Sexual abuse incidents in the United States have declined significantly in the past 20 years.
C) Violence is rare in heterosexual cohabiting couples.
D) All abuse in romantic relationships is physical.
E) Many people do not report violent or abusive incidents.

Accepted Answer

Many people do not report violent or abusive incidents due to fear, shame, or the belief that they will not be believed or supported. This underreporting is a significant issue in addressing and understanding the full scope of violence and abuse in romantic relationships.

Question 17

The three primary styles of love are.
A) infatuation, lust, and expressive
B) like, lust, and vibrance
C) pragma, mania, and agape
D) eros, storge, and ludos
E) eros, agape, and amor

Accepted Answer

The three primary styles of love according to John Alan Lee's color wheel theory of love are eros (romantic, passionate love), storge (friendship-based love), and ludos (playful, uncommitted love). These styles form the basis of his categorization, which also includes combinations of these primary styles.

Question 18

Three dimensions of committed romantic relationships are
A) intimacy, commitment, and passion
B) intimacy, passion, and love
C) intimacy, warmth, and trust
D) commitment, love, and passion
E) passion, commitment, and trust

Accepted Answer

The three dimensions of committed romantic relationships, as identified by psychologist Robert Sternberg in his Triangular Theory of Love, are intimacy, commitment, and passion. These components form the basis of different types of love when combined in various ways.

Question 19

These lovers are likely to self-disclose early in a relationship, be very sentimental, and fall in love fast.
A) eros
B) storge
C) ludus
D) pragma
E) agape

Accepted Answer

Eros lovers are characterized by their intense emotional attachment and quick involvement in romantic relationships, often leading to early self-disclosure and a rapid falling in love process.

Question 20

In the ____ phase of romantic relationship deterioration, relational partners may begin to consider alternatives to the relationship.
A) social support
B) intrapsychic
C) grave dressing
D) dyadic
E) dyadic breakdown

Accepted Answer

In the intrapsychic phase, individuals reflect on the negatives of their relationship and consider the possibilities of ending the relationship, including thinking about alternatives. This phase is characterized by personal contemplation about the relationship's issues.

Quiz 11: Committed Romantic Relationships

In reference to her love life, Mary says, "I like to shop around. It's a challenge to try to get someone interested in me, but I'm not looking for anything permanent." Mary seems to have which style of loving?

In terms of love styles, all of the following statements are true EXCEPT:

Qualities that set committed romantic relationships apart from other close relationships include:

The three secondary styles of love are.

This love tends to develop gradually and to be peaceful and stable.

Men are more likely than women to be this kind of lover,

Relational culture is best defined as:

The resurrection process of relationship deterioration involves all of the following except.

During the ____ phase of romantic relationship deterioration, individuals try to make sense of what the relationship meant, why it didn't work out, what it meant, and how it affected them.

This is the most intuitive and spontaneous of all love styles, and it is also the fastest moving.

Describing his romantic relationship, Bob says, "I just fell hook, line, and sinker the moment I saw Doreen. It was a classic case of love at first sight, and I still light up whenever I see her." Bob seems to have which style of loving?

According to research reports discussed in the textbook, the greatest influences on interpersonal attraction include:

This is a comfortable, even-keeled kind of love based on friendship and compatibility.

Of her marriage Myra says, "It wasn't like we ever really fell in love. It was more like we grew together kind of gradually. I think of my husband as my best friend." Myra seems to have which style of loving?

Which of the following comments would likely be made during the invitational stage of romantic relationships?

Which one of the following statements is true about violence and abuse in romantic relationships?

The three primary styles of love are.

Three dimensions of committed romantic relationships are

These lovers are likely to self-disclose early in a relationship, be very sentimental, and fall in love fast.

In the ____ phase of romantic relationship deterioration, relational partners may begin to consider alternatives to the relationship.