Question 1

According to the study materials, which of the following is NOT one of the essential characteristics of a healthy intimate relationship?

Accepted Answer

Financial compatibility

Question 2

Which of the following best describes 'emotional availability' in the context of intimate relationships?

Accepted Answer

The ability to give and receive emotional support without fear of rejection

Question 3

Bill spends his Friday evenings with friends playing basketball late at night while his girlfriend wishes they would spend more time together. This scenario best illustrates a challenge in which characteristic of healthy intimate relationships?

Accepted Answer

Need fulfillment

Question 4

Which of the following statements about intimate relationships is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Through our relationships we meet our needs of social acceptance, connection, and intimacy.

Question 5

According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, which combination of components results in 'Consummate Love'?

Accepted Answer

Intimacy, passion, and commitment

Question 6

Miranda describes her first meeting with Matt as 'love at first sight' and feeling an instant attraction. According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, this experience is best categorized as:

Accepted Answer

Passion

Question 7

Which of the following is a key difference between family and friendship relationships as described in the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Friendships are typically voluntary and based on shared interests, while families are typically involuntary and based on blood or legal ties.

Question 8

A couple has been together for many years and feels a deep sense of connection and trust, but no longer experiences physical attraction. According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, their relationship is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Companionate love

Question 9

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'mutual independence' in a healthy intimate relationship?

Accepted Answer

Each partner maintains their own interests and friendships outside the relationship.

Question 10

According to the study materials, which of the following is a requirement for healthy relationships to function properly?

Accepted Answer

Accountability and self-nurturance

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a healthy family relationship as described in the study materials?

Accepted Answer

All members are related by blood

Question 12

Jonathan and Grace have been dating for 3 years and want to get married. Which key component of Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love are they showing by making this decision?

Accepted Answer

Commitment

Question 13

Which of the following best describes 'self-nurturance' in the context of healthy relationships?

Accepted Answer

Taking care of your own physical, mental, and emotional health and growth

Question 14

According to the study materials, which of the following statements about families is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A family is a primary group of individuals who are not always related by blood.

Question 15

Which of the following scenarios best demonstrates the concept of 'need fulfillment' in an intimate relationship?

Accepted Answer

A couple supports each other's goals and provides comfort during stressful times.

Question 16

According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, which type of love is characterized by high commitment but low intimacy and passion?

Accepted Answer

Empty love

Question 17

Which of the following is a real-world example of 'accountability' in a healthy relationship?

Accepted Answer

Admitting when you have made a mistake and working to correct it

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the 'family of origin'?

Accepted Answer

The people present in your household during your first years of life

Question 19

If a person is able to express their needs and feelings openly in a relationship, which characteristic of healthy intimate relationships are they demonstrating?

Accepted Answer

Emotional availability

Question 20

Which of the following equations best represents the number of key components in Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love?

Accepted Answer

$n = 3$

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