Human Development Chapter 14 quiz – Flashcards
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Which of the following factors is NOT associated with an increase in divorce?
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Marrying late in life
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Gayle's divorce was final last year. During the first year after the divorce, Gayle spent every evening after work in a singles bar. She had several casual affairs. Gayle can be characterized as a(n):
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libertine
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Which of the following is another name for romantic love?
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passionate
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Latrell is very intelligent but only of average physical attractiveness. The matching hypothesis states that he will choose a partner who:
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is of average physical attraction and intelligence.
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All of the following are myths about gay and lesbian couples EXCEPT:
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they prefer long-term, committed relationships.
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Female friendships involve more _____ than male friendships.
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Self disclosure
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_____ is an individual's behavioral style and characteristic emotional responses.
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Temperament
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According to Robert Sternberg's triarchic theory of love, love is characterized by the dimensions of:
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passion, commitment, and intimacy.
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In her meeting with a counselor, Dalton revealed that he was uncomfortable being close to others. He finds it difficult to trust people completely and doesn't allow himself to depend completely on them. He gets nervous if someone tries to get too intimate with him. It seems likely that Dalton has a(n) _____ attachment style.
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avoidant
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Securely attached adults:
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are less likely than others to have one-night stands.
