Relationships and Connections Quiz

Explore your understanding of social psychology relationships with these questions covering attachment theory, social exchange, and more.

#1

Which of the following is an example of a symbiotic relationship?

Commensalism
Competition
Predation
Parasitism
#2

Which of the following is a characteristic of a healthy relationship?

Complete dependence on each other
Lack of communication
Respect for each other's boundaries
Constant criticism
#3

Which of the following communication styles is characterized by a high level of assertiveness and a low level of cooperation?

Passive
Aggressive
Passive-aggressive
Assertive
#4

What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals tend to prefer things that are familiar to them?

The familiarity effect
The novelty bias
The similarity principle
The mere-exposure effect
#5

What is the term for the tendency to form judgments or make decisions based on limited information or stereotypes?

Stereotyping
Prejudice
Heuristic
Confirmation bias
#6

In psychology, attachment theory focuses on the bond between:

Parent and child
Siblings
Friends
Coworkers
#7

Which neurotransmitter is associated with romantic love and social bonding?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Endorphins
Oxytocin
#8

Which of the following factors is NOT typically associated with relationship satisfaction?

Communication
Conflict resolution skills
Physical attractiveness
Financial stability
#9

What term describes the phenomenon where individuals are more likely to develop relationships with those who are physically close to them?

Proximity effect
Confirmation bias
Cognitive dissonance
Reciprocity
#10

Which of the following is NOT a component of Sternberg's triangular theory of love?

Passion
Commitment
Attraction
Intimacy
#11

In the context of social psychology, what does the term 'social identity' refer to?

A person's sense of self in relation to others
A person's level of popularity
A person's ability to empathize with others
A person's innate personality traits
#12

What term describes the tendency to be more attracted to people who are similar to us in terms of attitudes, interests, and values?

Homophily
Heterophily
Proximity effect
Reciprocity
#13

According to social exchange theory, individuals assess relationships based on:

Emotional intimacy
Costs and rewards
Shared interests
Physical attractiveness
#14

What is the term for the theory that suggests people are drawn to relationships that offer them the greatest rewards at the lowest cost?

Social exchange theory
Attachment theory
Interdependence theory
Triangular theory of love
#15

According to Robert Sternberg, consummate love consists of which three components?

Passion, commitment, and intimacy
Attraction, trust, and loyalty
Emotional connection, financial stability, and shared goals
Physical attraction, emotional intimacy, and communication
#16

According to attachment theory, what is the primary function of attachment behaviors?

To satisfy basic biological needs
To establish dominance
To maintain social status
To foster emotional connection
#17

In terms of relationship satisfaction, what is the 'negativity bias'?

The tendency to focus on positive aspects of the relationship
The tendency to give negative events more weight than positive events
The tendency to minimize negative aspects of the relationship
The tendency to ignore negative emotions

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