Question 1

Uncertainty reduction theory suggests that people get to know each other if they believe the effort will be worth it.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Just because friendship is voluntary, that doesn't mean we choose our friends arbitrarily.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Discuss the differences between Berger and Calabrese's uncertainty reduction theory and Sunnafrank's predicted outcome value theory.

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Berger and Calabrese's uncertainty reduc...

Question 4

In the ______________ stage of friendship, people begin to think of themselves as friends and their communication becomes more personal.

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A)   friendly relations
B)   moves toward friendship
C)   nascent friendship
D)   stabilized friendshipE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 5

When it comes to forming friendships, similarity is good and complementarity is bad.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Work relationships usually involve both a task dimension and a social dimension.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Regarding sex differences in friendships, which of the following is NOT true?

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A)   Same-sex friendships are more important to women than they are to men.
B)   Male-male friendships emphasize shared activities and common interests.
C)   Female-female friendships emphasize conversational and emotional expressiveness.
D)   Both women and men see their opposite-sex friends as more loyal and helpful than their same-sex friends.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Which of the following represents a peer relationship for you?

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A)   a graduate student instructor who teaches a class you're taking
B)   your sister because you are siblings in the same family
C)   your boss because he works at the same company as you do
D)   your parents because you are from the same familyE) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 9

Identify and briefly define each of the five relational maintenance behaviors described by Stafford and Canary.

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The five relational maintenance behaviors described by Stafford and Canary are positivity, openness, assurances, social networks, and sharing tasks.

1. Positivity refers to the expression of affection, appreciation, and support in a relationship. This can include verbal affirmations, acts of kindness, and overall positive interactions.

2. Openness involves the willingness to communicate openly and honestly with a partner, sharing thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It also includes being receptive to the partner's communication.

3. Assurances are behaviors that provide security and confidence in the relationship, such as expressing commitment, loyalty, and trustworthiness. This can also involve reassurance and validation of the partner's feelings.

4. Social networks refer to the integration of each partner into the other's social circles and the support and involvement of friends and family in the relationship. This can help to strengthen the bond between partners and provide a broader support system.

5. Sharing tasks involves the division of responsibilities and chores within the relationship, working together to accomplish common goals and maintain a sense of fairness and equity.

These relational maintenance behaviors are important for sustaining and nurturing a healthy and fulfilling relationship.

Question 10

Much gets made of the benefits of friendship, but suppose you were asked to argue against having friends. Using what you've learned in this chapter, make a reasoned argument against friendship. Why should people avoid making friends? Your argument should be sound and should make explicit reference to concepts covered in this chapter.

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Question 11

Which type of sexual harassment includes requesting romantic or sexual favors in return for preferential treatment at work?

Accepted Answer

A)   hostile work environment
B)   sexual bargaining
C)   quid pro quo
D)   harassing requestsE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 12

Which of the following reasons is most commonly cited for ending a friendship due to changes in life circumstances?

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A)   having a child
B)   moving away
C)   getting married
D)   experiencing an illness in the familyE) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 13

Other things being equal, we are more likely to form social relationships with people we see often than with people we don't.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT an emotional reward commonly associated with close relationships?

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A)   comfort
B)   happiness
C)   emotional continuity
D)   empathyE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 15

Which of the following statements about potential health benefits of relationships is true?

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A)   People with more social contacts put themselves at greater risk for illnesses like a cold.
B)   People with strong social networks are more than twice as likely to survive a heart attack.
C)   A lack of social relationships increases the risk of mortality, but not on the same level as smoking, heart disease, or obesity.
D)   When friends share their problems with us, it increases our stress and can actually make us less healthy.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 16

When we experience any form of attraction for someone else, we are likely to engage in ___________________, behaviors that signal our interest in another person.

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A)   liking behaviors
B)   attraction behaviors
C)   approach behaviors
D)   initiation behaviorsE) B) and D)
F) B) and C) C

Question 17

Research shows that this is positively related to your job satisfaction:

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A)   being friends with your co-workers and boss
B)   being friends with your customers or clients
C)   maintaining personal boundaries at work
D)   all of theseE) A) and D)
F) A) and B) A

Question 18

Which of the following is one of the friendship rules identified in a study by communication researchers Argyle and Henderson?

Accepted Answer

A)   Protect your friend from potential threats.
B)   Don't tell your friend information that might hurt his or her feelings.
C)   Don't be jealous of your friend's other friends.
D)   Routinely tell your friend that you care about him or her.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 19

Which of the following statements about friendships is NOT true?

Accepted Answer

A)   Friendships are voluntary.
B)   Friendships are governed by rules.
C)   Friendships are the same in both sexes.
D)   Friendships usually occur between peers.E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 20

Smoking cigarettes is worse for your health than not having close friendships.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

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Discuss the differences between Berger and Calabrese's uncertainty reduction theory and Sunnafrank's predicted outcome value theory.

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