Question 1

Which of the following terms refers to how physically near another person is to us, which influences how attractive they are to us as a relational partner?
A) proximity
B) availability
C) locus
D) intimacy

Accepted Answer

Proximity is the term that refers to how physically near another person is to us, which influences how attractive they are to us as a relational partner. Availability refers to whether or not the person is currently in a position to engage in a relationship. Locus refers to the location, focus, or center of something. Intimacy refers to the closeness and emotional connection in a relationship.

Question 2

Which of the following possible relationships you may have with someone would be the least likely to be considered an interpersonal relationship?
A) college roommate
B) cousin
C) boyfriend or girlfriend
D) coffee shop barista

Accepted Answer

While a coffee shop barista may interact with and serve customers, this type of acquaintance is typically transactional and brief. It is not likely to involve the same level of interpersonal connection or emotional investment as the other choices.

Question 3

"A deep affection for and attachment to another person involving emotional ties, with varying degrees of passion, commitment, and intimacy" defines which of the following terms?
A) love
B) trust
C) interdependence
D) caring

Accepted Answer

The definition provided perfectly fits the concept of love, which is a complex emotion that involves a deep attachment, caring, and intimacy towards another person, as well as varying degrees of passion and commitment. Trust, interdependence, and caring are also essential elements of love but do not encompass the entire scope of the term.

Question 4

The act of maintaining a relationship despite disagreements and framing differences as positive is referred to as
A) loyalty.
B) empathy.
C) caring.
D) love.

Accepted Answer

Loyalty involves staying committed to a relationship or cause despite challenges and disagreements, often framing differences in a positive light to maintain the bond.

Question 5

The term hyperpersonal communication is most closely related to which of the following definitions?
A) self-disclosing information that is too personal early on in a relationship, which may drive the other person away
B) taking others' comments more personally than they were intended, sometimes caused by low self-esteem
C) the tendency of online communicators to share information that is even more personal and intimate than face-to-face interactions
D) the changes in our culture that indicate people these days are much more comfortable sharing deeply personal information about themselves in public than they were in the past

Accepted Answer

Hyperpersonal communication refers to the tendency of online communicators to share information that is even more personal and intimate than face-to-face interactions. This is often due to various factors such as the anonymity of online communication, the ability to carefully craft and edit one's messages, and the lack of nonverbal cues which can lead to misunderstandings or misinterpretations. As a result, individuals may feel more comfortable and willing to disclose personal information in online contexts compared to face-to-face interactions.

Question 6

Elaine finds herself confused by the way her relationship with Daniel has changed. She feels that she loves him but isn't sure she is still in love with him. While she once felt great passion, lately the romance and passion seem to be missing. What type of love best describes what Elaine currently feels toward Daniel?
A) agape
B) pragma
C) ludus
D) storge

Accepted Answer

Storge is a type of love that emphasizes deep emotional connection and bond, often likened to familial love or a deep friendship. Elaine's feelings indicate a shift from passionate love to a more comfortable, deep emotional bond, characteristic of storge.

Question 7

The term that refers to involving others in our lives and being involved in the lives of others is called
A) inclusion.
B) friendship.
C) loving.
D) intruding.

Accepted Answer

The term that refers to involving others in our lives and being involved in the lives of others is inclusion. Friendship and loving are part of inclusion, but they do not encompass the entirety of it. Intruding, on the other hand, goes against the idea of respectful inclusion.

Question 8

As Jennifer and Casey get to know more information about one another, they are better able to predict how the other will respond to what they do and say. Consequently, they begin to feel more comfortable when they spend time together. Which theory explains why they feel this way?
A) uncertainty reduction theory
B) relational dialectics theory
C) social exchange of costs and benefits
D) social penetration theory

Accepted Answer

The uncertainty reduction theory proposes that as individuals gather more information about each other, their levels of uncertainty decrease, leading to increased predictability in communication and behavior. As a result, this reduction in uncertainty leads to increased comfort and liking between the individuals.

Question 9

Which of the following theories says that we make relationship choices by comparing the things about another person or a relationship that benefit us in some way against the things about that person or relationship that upset us, cause us stress, or damage our self-concept or lifestyle?
A) uncertainty reduction theory
B) relational dialectics theory
C) social penetration theory
D) social exchange theory

Accepted Answer

This theory is known as social exchange theory, which argues that we make decisions about our relationships based on a cost-benefit analysis, weighing the rewards or benefits against the costs or drawbacks. We consider what we gain from the relationship, such as companionship or financial support, and compare it to what we lose, such as time, energy or perceived opportunities. Ultimately, we will choose the relationship that offers the greatest benefits with the fewest costs.

Question 10

Contradictory feelings that tug at us in every relationship are called
A) dialectical tensions.
B) costs and rewards.
C) uncertainty events.
D) simple conflicts.

Accepted Answer

Dialectical tensions refer to the contradictory feelings that arise in relationships, such as the desire for autonomy versus the desire for connection, or the desire for predictability versus the desire for novelty. Costs and rewards refer to the positive and negative aspects of a relationship that influence our decision to stay or leave. Uncertainty events are unexpected or ambiguous situations that create anxiety or lack of clarity in a relationship. Simple conflicts refer to disagreements or misunderstandings that can be resolved through communication.

Question 11

Peter feels frustrated because he and his girlfriend, Julie, seem to have fallen into a rut. Although the relationship is comfortable, he feels that it's too predictable. He says to her, "I feel like we do the same things day after day, and I feel like we're getting old and boring." Peter's frustration is related to which tension?
A) autonomy-connection
B) openness-closedness
C) predictability-novelty
D) growth-stability

Accepted Answer

Peter's frustration with the predictability and lack of novelty in his relationship with Julie suggests that he is experiencing the tension between predictability and novelty. This tension is about balancing the comfort and stability of familiar routines with the excitement and new experiences that come from trying new things.

Question 12

Which theory argues that intimacy often takes longer to develop in online relationships because the communicators need to use unique language and stylistic cues to develop the relationship?
A) social penetration theory
B) social information processing theory
C) uncertainty reduction theory
D) communication privacy management theory

Accepted Answer

Social information processing theory argues that intimacy often takes longer to develop in online relationships because the communicators need to use unique language and stylistic cues to develop the relationship. This theory suggests that online communication is just as effective as face-to-face communication, it just takes longer to establish intimacy due to the lack of nonverbal cues.

Question 13

Diego wants to surprise Louisa, whom he has only been dating for a month, with a gift. He decides to ask Louisa's sister what her favorite flowers are so that he can get her the perfect bouquet. Diego is using which strategy for reducing uncertainty?
A) monitoring strategy
B) active strategy
C) passive strategy
D) interactive questioning

Accepted Answer

Diego is using an active strategy because he is seeking out information from a third party (in this case, Louisa's sister) to gather specific information about Louisa's preferences in order to reduce uncertainty and make a thoughtful choice for a gift.

Question 14

The interconnection and interdependence between two individuals is referred to as
A) a relational network.
B) a family.
C) an interpersonal relationship.
D) interpersonal communication.

Accepted Answer

While all answer choices refer to various aspects of connections between people, "an interpersonal relationship" most accurately and specifically describes the interconnection and interdependence between two individuals. "Relational network" can refer to a broader group of people, "family" implies a specific type of relationship, and "interpersonal communication" refers to the act of exchanging information rather than the overall relationship dynamic.

Question 15

Ali and Paul have been dating for a few months and are starting to feel more comfortable and intimate in their relationship. Ali has started calling Paul "monkey," and he calls her "bunny." Ali's friends have noticed that when they ask her what she's been up to, she now says things like, "We've been busy," instead of "Paul and I have been busy." Based on these bits of information, at what stage would Ali and Paul be in their relationship development?
A) initiation
B) exploration
C) intensification
D) stability

Accepted Answer

Ali and Paul are in the intensification stage of their relationship development. This is characterized by increased intimacy and more exclusive language, such as using "we" instead of "Paul and I." The use of nicknames also suggests a level of comfort and familiarity in the relationship.

Question 16

Which of the following theories says that by progressively sharing deeper and riskier personal information about ourselves with others, we move our relationships with them from a superficial level to a deeper level of intimacy?
A) uncertainty reduction theory
B) social penetration theory
C) relational dialectics theory
D) social exchange theory

Accepted Answer

The theory described is the social penetration theory, which suggests that as individuals share deeper and riskier personal information with others, their relationships move from a superficial level to a deeper level of intimacy. The uncertainty reduction theory focuses on how individuals reduce uncertainty about each other in initial interactions, the relational dialectics theory focuses on the tension between opposing forces in relationships, and the social exchange theory focuses on how individuals weigh the costs and benefits of a relationship.

Question 17

Which relationship stage involves seeking and exchanging superficial information with our relationship partner? We're not likely to reveal information that is too deep or too personal at this stage.
A) initiation
B) exploratory
C) intensification
D) stability

Accepted Answer

The exploratory stage is characterized by seeking and exchanging superficial information, where individuals are not likely to reveal deep or personal information yet. This stage is about exploring the potential for a deeper relationship without committing to revealing personal vulnerabilities.

Question 18

When considering past generations, we find that it was common for people to form interpersonal relationships with people who lived in the same geographic area that they did. However, greater mobility and communication technologies like social networking sites have made _____ a less important factor in the formation of interpersonal relationships today.
A) intimacy
B) proximity
C) achieving goals
D) locus

Accepted Answer

The passage states that in the past, people formed interpersonal relationships with those who lived nearby, which suggests that proximity was an important factor. However, advancements in technology have made it easier to form relationships with people who are not geographically close. Therefore, proximity has become less important in the formation of relationships today.

Question 19

Andy and Jeff have decided to move in together after being friends for a couple of years. Although moving into a larger apartment won't save them any money, they feel that with their busy schedules they'll benefit from sharing a living space and seeing each other more often. Which type of reward seems to be motivating their choice?
A) extrinsic reward
B) intrinsic reward
C) instrumental reward
D) social exchange reward

Accepted Answer

Andy and Jeff are motivated by intrinsic rewards, as their decision is based on the personal satisfaction and benefits of living together and seeing each other more often, rather than external incentives or material gains.

Question 20

Roy has been unemployed for the past couple of years since he was laid off from his previous position. His wife Jill tries to be supportive but feels like she is being dishonest with Roy when she doesn't tell him how frustrated she is and concerned about their financial future. They have always been very honest with one another, but Jill understands that Roy is already feeling stressed by the situation and feels that sharing this information would only make things more difficult for him. Jill is struggling with which dialectical tension?
A) autonomy-connection
B) openness-closedness
C) predictability-novelty
D) honesty-lies

Accepted Answer

Jill is struggling with the dialectical tension of openness-closedness. She wants to be honest with Roy about her feelings, but at the same time, she is trying to maintain a sense of closeness and support for him despite the challenges they are facing.

Quiz 7: B: Developing and Maintaining Relationships

Which of the following terms refers to how physically near another person is to us, which influences how attractive they are to us as a relational partner?

Which of the following possible relationships you may have with someone would be the least likely to be considered an interpersonal relationship?

"A deep affection for and attachment to another person involving emotional ties, with varying degrees of passion, commitment, and intimacy" defines which of the following terms?

The act of maintaining a relationship despite disagreements and framing differences as positive is referred to as

The term hyperpersonal communication is most closely related to which of the following definitions?

The term that refers to involving others in our lives and being involved in the lives of others is called

As Jennifer and Casey get to know more information about one another, they are better able to predict how the other will respond to what they do and say. Consequently, they begin to feel more comfortable when they spend time together. Which theory explains why they feel this way?

Which of the following theories says that we make relationship choices by comparing the things about another person or a relationship that benefit us in some way against the things about that person or relationship that upset us, cause us stress, or damage our self-concept or lifestyle?

Contradictory feelings that tug at us in every relationship are called

Which theory argues that intimacy often takes longer to develop in online relationships because the communicators need to use unique language and stylistic cues to develop the relationship?

Diego wants to surprise Louisa, whom he has only been dating for a month, with a gift. He decides to ask Louisa's sister what her favorite flowers are so that he can get her the perfect bouquet. Diego is using which strategy for reducing uncertainty?

The interconnection and interdependence between two individuals is referred to as

Which of the following theories says that by progressively sharing deeper and riskier personal information about ourselves with others, we move our relationships with them from a superficial level to a deeper level of intimacy?

Which relationship stage involves seeking and exchanging superficial information with our relationship partner? We're not likely to reveal information that is too deep or too personal at this stage.