Interpersonal Relationships and Mate Selection Quiz

Explore factors influencing attraction, attachment styles, theories of love, and mate selection criteria in this comprehensive quiz.

#1

Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing interpersonal attraction?

Physical attractiveness
Proximity
Religion
Similarity
#2

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a healthy relationship?

Trust
Communication
Dependence
Respect
#3

In the context of interpersonal relationships, what does the term 'self-disclosure' refer to?

The process of revealing personal information about oneself to another person
The act of avoiding personal topics in conversation
The tendency to prioritize one's own needs over the needs of others
The ability to interpret nonverbal cues accurately
#4

According to the social exchange theory, individuals seek relationships that maximize:

Physical attractiveness
Costs
Rewards
Proximity
#5

Which theory suggests that individuals select mates based on traits that promote survival and reproductive success?

Social exchange theory
Evolutionary theory
Attachment theory
Social learning theory
#6

In the context of mate selection, 'homogamy' refers to:

Choosing a partner with similar characteristics
Choosing a partner with contrasting characteristics
Choosing a partner based solely on physical attractiveness
Choosing a partner based on social status
#7

According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, which component involves physical attraction and sexual desire?

Intimacy
Passion
Commitment
Attachment
#8

What is the term for the tendency to be attracted to people who are similar to oneself in various aspects?

Complementarity
Homogamy
Reciprocity
Assortative mating
#9

Which attachment style is characterized by a fear of rejection and a reluctance to get too close to others?

Secure attachment
Anxious attachment
Avoidant attachment
Disorganized attachment
#10

What term describes the phenomenon where individuals' attitudes and behaviors become more similar over time?

Homogamy
Assimilation
Convergence
Reciprocity
#11

According to the investment model of relationships, commitment is influenced by which of the following factors?

Satisfaction, alternatives, and investments
Physical attractiveness, proximity, and similarity
Reciprocity, intimacy, and passion
Trust, communication, and respect
#12

Which attachment style is characterized by a fear of abandonment and a preoccupation with relationships?

Secure attachment
Ambivalent attachment
Avoidant attachment
Disorganized attachment

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