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Relationships and Interpersonal Dynamics Quiz

#1

Which of the following is NOT a form of non-verbal communication?

Text messages
Explanation

Non-verbal communication excludes textual interactions.

#2

What is the term for the ability to understand and share the feelings of another?

Empathy
Explanation

Empathy involves understanding and sharing others' emotions.

#3

In the context of relationships, what does the acronym 'LDR' stand for?

Long Distance Relationship
Explanation

LDR stands for Long Distance Relationship.

#4

Which concept refers to the tendency to like people who are similar to oneself?

Similarity attraction
Explanation

Similarity attraction: preference for similar individuals.

#5

What term describes the process of ending a romantic relationship?

Breakup
Explanation

Breakup: termination of a romantic relationship.

#6

What is the term for the process of resolving conflicts by finding mutually acceptable solutions?

Compromise
Explanation

Compromise: finding mutual solutions to conflicts.

#7

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

Control
Explanation

Healthy relationships avoid control dynamics.

#8

What term describes the tendency to focus on negative aspects of a relationship?

Catastrophizing
Explanation

Catastrophizing involves magnifying negative aspects.

#9

What term describes the phenomenon where individuals are more likely to be attracted to those who are physically closer to them?

Proximity effect
Explanation

Proximity effect: attraction due to physical closeness.

#10

Which theory suggests that relationships develop through a series of stages, including initiation, experimentation, intensification, and integration?

Knapp's relational development model
Explanation

Knapp's model outlines stages in relationship development.

#11

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective communication in relationships?

Defensiveness
Explanation

Defensiveness hinders effective communication.

#12

According to attachment theory, what type of attachment style is characterized by fear of abandonment and difficulty trusting others?

Anxious attachment
Explanation

Anxious attachment: fear of abandonment, trust issues.

#13

Which of the following communication styles tends to avoid conflicts and prioritize maintaining harmony?

Passive
Explanation

Passive communication style avoids conflicts for harmony.

#14

What is the term for the tendency to attribute one's own thoughts and feelings to others?

Projection
Explanation

Projection: attributing own feelings to others.

#15

What term describes the phenomenon where individuals are more likely to be attracted to those who possess traits they desire but lack themselves?

Complementarity
Explanation

Complementarity: attraction to traits one lacks.

#16

What is the term for the tendency to favor individuals who provide rewards or benefits in a relationship?

Social exchange
Explanation

Social exchange: preference for rewarding relationships.

#17

According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, which component encompasses feelings of intimacy, passion, and commitment?

Consummate love
Explanation

Consummate love involves intimacy, passion, and commitment.

#18

What is the term for the tendency to conform to the behavior and opinions of others in a group?

Conformity
Explanation

Conformity: aligning with group behavior/opinions.

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