Question 1

Research show that men use more powerful forms of speech than women.
A) on gender neutral topics.
B) when addressing men
C) in email messages
D) across all situations

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that men tend to use more powerful forms of speech than women across various situations, not limited to specific contexts such as gender-neutral topics, when addressing men, or in email messages. This pattern reflects broader societal and cultural norms regarding gender and communication.

Question 2

Kitchen sinking is similar to gunnysacking.

Accepted Answer

Both kitchen sinking and gunnysacking refer to the practice of bringing up old grievances and issues during a disagreement or argument, rather than focusing on the current issue at hand.

Question 3

Research from numerous countries shows that when married men and women have more equal income, women:
A) are more likely to share in money management decisions.
B) do less housework than women who make little money.
C) have more decision making power.
D) all of the above
True False

Accepted Answer

TrueWhen married men and women have more equal income, research indicates that women are more likely to share in money management decisions, do less housework compared to those who make less money, and have more decision-making power within the household.

Question 4

What is flaming and why does it occur are some common responses to flaming h responses are likely to be most effective?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

Men are more likely to do demanding and women are most likely to do the withdrawing.

Accepted Answer

This statement is a stereotype and not universally true. Both men and women can exhibit a range of behaviors in relationships, including demanding or withdrawing, depending on individual personalities and circumstances.

Question 6

According to your book, in the 21st century, most women are not satisfied with traditional gender roles.

Accepted Answer

Many studies and surveys in the 21st century have shown that a significant number of women express dissatisfaction with traditional gender roles, seeking more equality and opportunities in various aspects of life including the workplace, education, and home responsibilities.

Question 7

People from Australia, Brazil, Italy, Pakistan, Taiwan, and the U.S. all report being less satisfied and more distressed within their relationships if their conflict is characterized by the demand-withdraw pattern.

Accepted Answer

The demand-withdraw pattern, where one partner demands or nags and the other withdraws or avoids, is a common communication issue in relationships that has been found to increase dissatisfaction and distress across various cultures, including those in Australia, Brazil, Italy, Pakistan, Taiwan, and the U.S. This pattern is detrimental because it prevents effective communication and problem-solving.

Question 8

Most romantic relationships are characterized by
A) small imbalances in power.
B) happiness when the woman has more power in the relationship
C) power is stable rather than dynamic
D) women who see the world in terms of power and hierarchy.

Accepted Answer

Most romantic relationships tend to have small imbalances in power rather than being perfectly equal or heavily skewed towards one partner. Power dynamics can shift over time and are influenced by various factors, but slight imbalances are common.

Question 9

What tactics have been found to be especially likely to divert attention away from the conflict issue while escalating negativity are some better approaches to conflict management?

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

People usually respond to flaming with negative reciprocity.

Accepted Answer

People often respond to flaming, which is the act of posting or sending offensive messages on the internet, with negative reciprocity, meaning they retaliate with similarly aggressive or hostile messages.

Question 11

According to your book parents______________________ their teenage children.
A) are kidding themselves if they think they can suddenly exert much control over
B) exert little control over.
C) should crack down on
D) are best off being permissive with.

Accepted Answer

The correct choice is A because it reflects a common perspective in parenting literature that suggests parents may overestimate their ability to control or influence their teenage children, especially if they attempt to suddenly impose strict rules or expectations.

Question 12

Hostile behaviors are rarely reciprocated during conflict.

Accepted Answer

Hostile behaviors during conflict often lead to a cycle of retaliation, where each party responds with further hostility, escalating the conflict.

Question 13

What is the demand-withdrawal sequence and why is detrimental to romantic relationships can be done to reduce the incidence or negative impact of this relational behavior?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

In conflict interaction, negative reciprocity appears to be more common than positive reciprocity.

Accepted Answer

In conflict interactions, individuals are more likely to respond to negative actions with negative actions, creating a cycle of negative reciprocity, rather than responding with positive actions (positive reciprocity). This is because negative emotions and actions tend to escalate conflicts, making it more likely for individuals to retaliate negatively rather than seek a positive resolution.

Question 15

"I am sorry your feelings are hurt!" is an example of a one-up message.

Accepted Answer

A one-up message is a communication strategy used to assert dominance or control in a conversation, whereas "I am sorry your feelings are hurt!" is an expression of empathy or apology, not dominance.

Question 16

Stonewalling is one of four horsemen of the apocolipes.

Accepted Answer

Stonewalling is one of the four horsemen of the apocalypse, according to the Gottman Institute.

Question 17

People from Italy and the U.S. reported higher levels of demand-withdraw than did people from Brazil.

Accepted Answer

Studies on communication patterns in relationships, particularly the demand-withdraw pattern, have shown variability across cultures, but there is no clear evidence that specifically people from Italy and the U.S. consistently report higher levels of demand-withdraw than those from Brazil. Cultural norms, communication styles, and relationship dynamics vary widely, affecting such patterns differently across different societies.

Question 18

Which of the following is a not a power principal discussed in chapter 11?
A) power exists in relationships
B) power is a perception
C) the more abundant the resources, the greater the power struggle.
D) the person with less to lose has more power.

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is C because chapter 11 discusses various principles of power in relationships, but the idea that "the more abundant the resources, the greater the power struggle" is not listed among them. The principles typically revolve around the dynamics of perception, dependency, and the balance of interests, rather than the abundance of resources directly affecting power struggles.

Question 19

I statement like, "try to be on time tomorrow" following by "I'm sorry, I'll do my best is an example of competitive symmetry.

Accepted Answer

Competitive symmetry is a type of symmetry in which two or more people are trying to achieve the same goal. In this case, both the speaker and the listener are trying to be on time tomorrow. The speaker's statement, "try to be on time tomorrow," is a request for the listener to do their best to be on time. The listener's response, "I'm sorry, I'll do my best," is a promise to try their best to be on time. This is an example of competitive symmetry because both the speaker and the listener are trying to achieve the same goal.

Question 20

According to your book traditional marriages are based on a form of benevolent female dominance coupled with clearly specialized roles.

Accepted Answer

Traditional marriages are typically characterized by a patriarchal structure where the male has a dominant role, and roles are clearly specialized based on gender, with women often taking on domestic responsibilities and men being the primary breadwinners.

Quiz 12: Conceptualizing Relational Communication

Research show that men use more powerful forms of speech than women.