Review Ch. #5

16 October 2022
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When two partners in an intimate relationship live together without being married, this is
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cohabitation
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Steve and Janelle are friends. When they meet weekly for coffee, they greet each other with a hug. This is an example of
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nonverbal communication
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You are most likely to listen BEST when
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you believe the speaker is saying something you can relate to
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How long is the average menstrual cycle?
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28 days
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Family consists of
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a network of people that provides support, security, and a sense of belonging.
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Sexual orientation is based on which of the following factors?
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Biological, psychological, and socioenvironmental
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Men and women often communicate in gender-specific ways, but the bigger difference lies in how they interpret or process the same message.
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True
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When romance lasts beyond the four-year mark, which chemicals in the body give lovers a sense of security, peace, and calm?
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Endorphins
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All of the following are true about cohabitation EXCEPT
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it is more common among people who are religious.
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The first sign of puberty in females is the beginning of breast development.
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True
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The term gay only refers to male homosexuals.
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False
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The external female genitalia are collectively referred to as the
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vulva
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The need for intimacy means the need for someone with whom we can share our feelings freely.
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True
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Greg and Kate always support each other's interests, hoping to ensure that the other will succeed. This BEST demonstrates that
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they are advocates for each other
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In relationships, the process of resolving differences peacefully and creatively is
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conflict resolution.
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Menstrual flow is actually sloughed off
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endometrial lining.
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The onset of the first menstrual period is
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menarche
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Which factor would reduce the likelihood of your choosing a particular person as a partner?
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Your beliefs, attitudes, and values are significantly different.
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Brett and Melissa have a very strong relationship in which they are able to give and receive emotionally without a fear of rejection or being hurt. This example demonstrates that they
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are emotionally available in their relationshi
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Attraction has been described by some social scientists as
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feelings of elation and euphoria produced by neurochemicals.
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Sam and Kris have entered a relationship and are very preoccupied with each other. They constantly want to be with or talk to each other. This example demonstrates
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they are fascinated by each other.
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Which of the following BEST describes gender identity?
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Our personal sense of awareness of being masculine or feminine
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All of the following are true about jealousy EXCEPT
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it can be based on intense devotion.
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Consuming alcohol is a way to stimulate sexual response.
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False
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Rico and Chris are close friends and classmates. Each day they are an important influence on each other's thoughts and actions. This example BEST demonstrates
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the behavioral interdependence in their relationship
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Which of the following is TRUE about sexual identity?
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The biological father determines the sex of a child.
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Serial monogamy means that partners have sexual involvement outside their primary relationship.
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False
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A relationship in which the partners are sexually involved only with each other is
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monogamous
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The sac that contains the testes is the
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scrotum
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A healthy marriage contributes to reducing stress by
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increasing financial stability and expanding support networks.
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Which of the following traits is important in relationships and involves having a realistic appreciation of one's own worth and ability?
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Self-nurturance
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Emily and Rosa are close friends who are able to share their feelings freely, providing support and reassurance. This example demonstrates their
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emotional availability.
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Which of the following is TRUE about your family of origin?
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It includes the people who were living in the house during your first years of life.
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Which of the following is TRUE about intimate relationships?
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They can include relationships with family, friends, and romantic partners.
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According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, the most complete, ideal type of love is
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consummate love.
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Which of the following is TRUE about being single in the United States?
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The number of adults electing to remain single is increasing.
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Which of the following is TRUE about androgyny?
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A person has a combination of both traditional masculine and feminine traits.
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Which standard of behavior involves choosing to have sex only if precautions are being taken to prevent pregnancy or the transmission of disease?
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Safer sex standard
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Drugs to treat erectile dysfunction may only have a placebo effect on men with normal erections.
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True
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The intimacy level that two people experience is usually obvious to others.
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False
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Which of the following is TRUE about self-disclosure?
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It involves sharing feelings and information as a means of getting to know a person
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The inner lining of the uterus is the
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endometrium
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Anthony frequently experiences premature ejaculation. Which type of sexual dysfunction does he have?
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Orgasmic disorder
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When a person's gender identity does not match one's biological sex, this is known as being
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transgendered
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The duct system atop the testes where sperm reach maturity is the
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epididymis
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Masturbation is a common sexual practice across the life span.
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True
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Sexual identity begins at birth.
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False
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Testosterone is the hormone responsible for the development of male secondary sex characteristics.
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True
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Lisa and Abby are sisters and best friends. Both feel they can share their worries and concerns with one another. This example demonstrates
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social integration
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Angel broke up with her boyfriend of two years. In order to cope with the failed relationship, she should
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reach out to trusted friends and share her feelings with them.
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The new etiquette of relationships established under social media has made it perfectly acceptable to break up with someone online.
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False
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Kissing and erotic touching are examples of
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nonverbal sexual communication
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Abstention from any type of sexual activity with others is known as
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celibacy
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Daniel has been involved in four sexually exclusive relationships over the past six years. This is an example of
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serial monogamy
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According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, which type of love combines intimacy and passion?
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Romantic
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Challenges to successful gay and lesbian relationships often stem from discrimination.
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True
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The U.S. divorce rate has increased over the past several decades.
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False
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The definition of a family and its members
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changes over time.
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Through our relationships with others, we fulfill our needs for
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intimacy, social integration, and nurturance.
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Sexual dysfunction is most common in the early adult years.
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True
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According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, which type of love combines commitment and intimacy?
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Companionate
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Adrian and Julia are expecting a baby in three months. Which of the following is TRUE regarding their relationship once the baby is born?
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Their relationship will change after the baby is born
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A variant sexual behavior in which the person wears the clothing of the opposite sex is
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transvestism
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An authoritarian parenting style is one in which the parent offers the child various choices in regard to behavior.
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False
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Which of the following is TRUE about communication patterns between men and women?
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Women tend to be more expressive.
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The permanent cessation of menstrual periods is
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menopause
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According to Sternberg's Triangular Theory of Love, love involves
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intimacy, passion, and commitment
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Lengthy cohabitation that is considered legally binding in some states is
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common-law marriage
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Jake and Kate have been dating for two years and have a close relationship. Kate feels that she has someone to take care of and who also cares for her. This example BEST demonstrates Jake and Kate's
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need to nurture each other.
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Relationships characterized by behavioral interdependence, need fulfillment, emotional attachment, and emotional availability are
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intimate relationships.
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Relationship breakdowns most often begin with changes or problems in communication.
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True
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A portrayal of the ideal woman as submissive and nurturing by parents, advertising, and other media is an example of
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socialization
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Which one of the following is characteristic of intimate relationships?
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They involve need fulfillment.
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Both Ben and Betty see themselves as responsible for their own choices, decisions, and actions in their relationship, thus demonstrating their
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accountability
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A relationship is intimate only if sex is involved.
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False
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According to researcher Helen Fisher, the feeling that the excitement and passion is gone from a relationship is due to
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a decrease in PEA levels.
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Julio wants to strengthen his relationship with LaVonne by sharing personal information with her. To get over his fear of disclosing his feelings, Julio can do all of the following EXCEPT
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blame his parents for his imperfections
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Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding gay and lesbian couples?
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They seek the same things in primary relationships that heterosexuals do.
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All of the following are true about celibacy EXCEPT
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it is the same as abstinence
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All of the following are considered variant sexual behaviors EXCEPT
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masturbation
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Which menstrual problem involves the common symptoms of breast tenderness, fatigue, food cravings, irritability, and depression?
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Premenstrual syndrome
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Jeff and Dana have been married for two years. Their relationship involves exclusive sexual involvement with each other. This demonstrates
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a monogamous relationship.
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Which of the following is TRUE about intersexuality?
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The person does not exhibit exclusively male or female sexual anatomy
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All of the following are true about intimate relationships EXCEPT
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they may lack emotional availability.