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The author makes a case for the importance of interpersonal relationships by giving a number of supporting examples. Which of the following was NOT included in the first few pages of this chapter? |
| | A) | the number of web sites accessed with the key word "relationships" |
| | B) | statistics showing that social skills are second only to emotional intelligence in interpersonal relationships |
| | C) | the number of titles concerning relationships that are sold on the Barnes and Noble web site |
| | D) | studies showing that lack of social contact often results in more illness and earlier death |
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Daniel Goleman develops his concept of emotional intelligence by using five characteristics. Which of them is NOT correctly explained? |
| | A) | Being self aware means being able to distance yourself from your emotions to avoid reacting too quickly and then being able to deny them so you can keep communication lines open. |
| | B) | Managing emotionsmeans recognizing them and expressing them in ways that are appropriate to the situation without letting the emotions control you. |
| | C) | Motivating yourself means setting a goal and disciplining yourself to reach it while being able to resist impulses. |
| | D) | Handling relationships means being well liked, but maintaining balance so that your own needs are not neglected. |
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What statement about physical attraction is accurate? |
| | A) | It is equally important to teens and adults. |
| | B) | It often forms the basis of a long-lasting relationship. |
| | C) | It provides a motivation, based on superficial elements, to get to know someone. |
| | D) | It is linked with perceived gain as a component of emotional intelligence. |
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Social class is an aspect of attraction to others for all but one of the following reasons. Which statement does NOT describe this connection? |
| | A) | Most people feel more comfortable with their own social class so they don't form long-lasting relationships with those of other classes. |
| | B) | Students who are most successful in relating to those of a higher social class are most likely very attractive or athletically talented. |
| | C) | A social hierarchy is more evident in high schools than in universities. |
| | D) | A perceived gain may be involved when people relate to those of a higher social class. |
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Which of the following is NOT on the list of factors involved in being attracted to others? |
| | A) | inclusion |
| | B) | proximity |
| | C) | perceived gain |
| | D) | differences |
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In discussing attraction to other people, proximity refers to |
| | A) | minimizing differences of culture or setting in order to enhance a relationship. |
| | B) | close contact, such as at work or school, that leads to a relationship. |
| | C) | the combination of compatibility and similarities when people interact with one another on a regular basis. |
| | D) | a perceived gain that someone thinks might come from working or studying with another person. |
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Which of the following is NOT a motive for interpersonal communication? |
| | A) | proximity |
| | B) | control |
| | C) | inclusion |
| | D) | escape |
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Which of the motives for interpersonal communication does the author consider the least satisfying? |
| | A) | control |
| | B) | inclusion |
| | C) | escape |
| | D) | relaxation |
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Which of the following is an example of small talk? |
| | A) | Have you seen the latest Mel Gibson film? That would be a great film for us to see tomorrow night. |
| | B) | I'm in the Philosophy department. What's your major? |
| | C) | I am tired of studying for my Chemistry test and thought I'd take a break. Are you busy right now? |
| | D) | I should start to study for my Statistics test, but I'd rather talk to you for a few minutes. Do you have a moment? |
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The author defines a bid as |
| | A) | a type of feedback that is a response to a verbal message. |
| | B) | part of a process that leads to a greater level of physical attractiveness. |
| | C) | a type of small talk that is effective in making a good impression on someone you meet for the first time. |
| | D) | any type of expression that indicates a desire to feel connected to another person. |
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What statement concerning placing bids and responding to bids is FALSE? |
| | A) | This is a skill that can be learned. |
| | B) | It may be enhanced by good emotional skills learned in the family of origin. |
| | C) | Any single bid becomes more important than the larger pattern or context in which it is embedded. |
| | D) | When this process is performed well, communication lines are kept open and misunderstandings can be avoided. |
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According to researchers, which of the following four items is the most important in holding relationships together? |
| | A) | bids and responses to bids |
| | B) | the content of conversations |
| | C) | the depth of intimacy |
| | D) | the extent of agreement or disagreement |
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Which of the following is NOT one of the ways to encourage and reinforce the bids of others? |
| | A) | Create a mind-set of looking at others and the world in a positive way. |
| | B) | Focus on others instead of your own concerns. |
| | C) | Avoid becoming physically or emotionally overwhelmed. |
| | D) | Focus on helpful criticism as well as complaints. |
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Which of the following statements does NOT describe an owned message? |
| | A) | It is likely to create defensiveness. |
| | B) | It describes unacceptable behavior or a problem on the part of the listener. |
| | C) | It shows that the speaker takes responsibility for his/her feelings. |
| | D) | It is also called an "I" message. |
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Which of the following qualities exists in a person to whom we are willing to disclose ourselves? |
| | A) | Someone who is in the same situation (job, marriage, etc.) as we are. |
| | B) | A person who is trustworthy and will react the way we want him to. |
| | C) | Someone who has experienced a similar problem in the past and will be able to understand our position. |
| | D) | A person who has the same kind of temperament and who will be able to understand our feelings. |
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Which statement best describes the Johari window? |
| | A) | It varies from one relationship to another but not within a relationship. |
| | B) | It concerns the level of disclosure that a person is willing to make with various people. |
| | C) | It consists of three panes that indicate levels of disclosure. |
| | D) | It is used to predict the level of intimacy in a relationship. |
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Which description fits the material that is found in the hidden pane? |
| | A) | material that is known to neither you nor to others |
| | B) | information that others know about you but you do not know about yourself |
| | C) | data that you purposely choose not to disclose to others |
| | D) | information that does not need to be disclosed |
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Which statement concerning self-disclosure is FALSE? |
| | A) | Women tend to be willing to self-disclose more often than men. |
| | B) | It is most rewarding when it leads to greater intimacy in a relationship. |
| | C) | Fear of losing one's individuality can be a deterrent. |
| | D) | Fear of being abandoned can be a deterrent. |
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the systems theory of family? |
| | A) | Words and behavior are equally revealing. |
| | B) | A change in one member affects the whole family. |
| | C) | Each family member is best understood as a part of the whole. |
| | D) | Family members conform to rules, even when they are unspoken. |
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Which is the best definition of intimacy in couples? |
| | A) | It involves spontaneity more than anything else. |
| | B) | Each partner's well-being depends on the other; in other words, they are interdependent. |
| | C) | Self-disclosure is the most important kind of input. |
| | D) | It involves a close and confidential friendship, not just sexual intimacy. |
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Relational dialectics has to do with |
| | A) | the way couples deal with tension in their relationships. |
| | B) | strategies that couples use to maintain unified relationships. |
| | C) | the interplay of opposing tendencies such as connectedness versus separation. |
| | D) | the ways in which the couple chooses to relate to the outside community. |
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What is the best way to deal with dialectical tension? |
| | A) | spiraling alteration |
| | B) | recalibration |
| | C) | reaffirmation |
| | D) | balance |
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Which of the following is NOT listed as a component of quality communication within the family? |
| | A) | openly discussing discipline |
| | B) | having clear rules for interaction |
| | C) | the ability for family members to be themselves |
| | D) | the ability to adapt communication to the situation |
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