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Love and Relationships

Description: Love and Relationships Quiz
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is NOT a component of Sternberg's triangular theory of love?

  1. Passion

  2. Intimacy

  3. Commitment

  4. Trust


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sternberg's triangular theory of love consists of three components: passion, intimacy, and commitment. Trust is not a component of this theory.

What is the term for the idealization of a romantic partner?

  1. Limiting

  2. Idealization

  3. Projection

  4. Infatuation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Idealization is the process of attributing positive qualities to a romantic partner that may not actually exist.

Which attachment style is characterized by a fear of intimacy and a desire for independence?

  1. Secure

  2. Avoidant

  3. Anxious-ambivalent

  4. Disorganized


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Avoidant attachment style is characterized by a fear of intimacy and a desire for independence. Individuals with this attachment style often have difficulty forming close relationships.

What is the term for the process of gradually becoming more similar to one's romantic partner over time?

  1. Convergence

  2. Divergence

  3. Assimilation

  4. Accommodation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Convergence is the process of gradually becoming more similar to one's romantic partner over time. This can occur in terms of attitudes, values, beliefs, and behaviors.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to relationship satisfaction?

  1. Communication

  2. Trust

  3. Shared values

  4. Financial stability


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While financial stability can be important for a relationship, it is not a direct contributor to relationship satisfaction. Communication, trust, and shared values are all more important factors.

What is the term for the tendency to attribute positive qualities to one's own romantic partner and negative qualities to one's former romantic partners?

  1. Positivity bias

  2. Negativity bias

  3. Confirmation bias

  4. Hindsight bias


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Positivity bias is the tendency to attribute positive qualities to one's own romantic partner and negative qualities to one's former romantic partners. This bias can help to maintain a positive view of the current relationship.

Which of the following is NOT a type of love identified by Erich Fromm?

  1. Eros

  2. Philia

  3. Agape

  4. Storge


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Storge is not a type of love identified by Erich Fromm. Eros, Philia, and Agape are the three types of love identified by Fromm.

What is the term for the process of gradually becoming more different from one's romantic partner over time?

  1. Convergence

  2. Divergence

  3. Assimilation

  4. Accommodation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Divergence is the process of gradually becoming more different from one's romantic partner over time. This can occur in terms of attitudes, values, beliefs, and behaviors.

Which attachment style is characterized by a desire for closeness and intimacy and a fear of abandonment?

  1. Secure

  2. Avoidant

  3. Anxious-ambivalent

  4. Disorganized


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Anxious-ambivalent attachment style is characterized by a desire for closeness and intimacy and a fear of abandonment. Individuals with this attachment style often have difficulty regulating their emotions and may be preoccupied with their relationship.

What is the term for the process of adapting one's own behavior to match that of one's romantic partner?

  1. Convergence

  2. Divergence

  3. Assimilation

  4. Accommodation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Accommodation is the process of adapting one's own behavior to match that of one's romantic partner. This can occur in terms of attitudes, values, beliefs, and behaviors.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to relationship conflict?

  1. Communication problems

  2. Trust issues

  3. Financial problems

  4. Shared values


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Shared values are not a factor that contributes to relationship conflict. In fact, shared values can help to prevent conflict by providing a common ground for the partners.

What is the term for the tendency to view one's own romantic relationship as superior to others?

  1. Relationship enhancement

  2. Relationship derogation

  3. Relationship idealization

  4. Relationship comparison


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Relationship enhancement is the tendency to view one's own romantic relationship as superior to others. This bias can help to maintain a positive view of the relationship.

Which attachment style is characterized by a lack of trust and a desire for independence?

  1. Secure

  2. Avoidant

  3. Anxious-ambivalent

  4. Disorganized


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Disorganized attachment style is characterized by a lack of trust and a desire for independence. Individuals with this attachment style often have difficulty forming close relationships and may experience emotional instability.

What is the term for the process of gradually becoming more similar to one's romantic partner over time?

  1. Convergence

  2. Divergence

  3. Assimilation

  4. Accommodation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Convergence is the process of gradually becoming more similar to one's romantic partner over time. This can occur in terms of attitudes, values, beliefs, and behaviors.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to relationship stability?

  1. Communication

  2. Trust

  3. Shared values

  4. Physical attractiveness


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While physical attractiveness can be important for a relationship, it is not a direct contributor to relationship stability. Communication, trust, and shared values are all more important factors.

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