Chapter 13 Pukall Sexual Communication Verified Test Bank

Chapter 13: Sexual Communication

Test Bank

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 01

1. Which of the following negative communication behaviours is being described below? Carlotta's long-time partner is bringing up her smoking habits... again. Carlotta has tried to quit to please her partner, but she just can't do it, and she doesn't really want to quit. As soon as her partner starts bringing up the health risk factors of smoking, Carlotta rolls her eyes.

a) contempt

b) criticism

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 02

2. Which of the following negative communication behaviours is being described below? Jimmy and Reya are arguing about whose turn it is to do the laundry over the weekend. Jimmy works a full-time job while Reya is a stay-at-home mom. Jimmy calls Reya lazy for not finding time to do the laundry during the week.

a) contempt

b) criticism

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 03

3. Which of the following negative communication behaviours is being described below? Donald is upset with his boyfriend Farouk for flirting with another man at a bar they went to last night. When he brings it up, Farouk brushes it off and says, "But you do it too."

a) contempt

b) criticism

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 04

4. Which of the following is an example of contemptuous communicative behaviour?

a) saying "I can't stand it when you go out with the guys and ignore me!"

b) storming out of the room during an argument

c) saying "That is the stupidest thing I have ever heard, but it shouldn't surprise me because you said it!"

d) saying "Your constant criticism is the reason I'm angry all the time!"

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 05

5. Maria and Mohamed got into an argument, and Maria ran out of their apartment and turned off her phone. What negative communicative behaviour is Maria exhibiting?

a) criticism

b) contempt

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 06

6. Kyle and Yi-Hsiu are arguing and Kyle calls Yi-Hsiu a "bitch." Yi-Hsiu is enraged and locks herself in the bedroom, crying. Kyle responds by going to the bedroom door and saying, "I wouldn't have called you a bitch if you didn't start this fight." What communicative behaviour is Kyle exhibiting at the bedroom door?

a) criticism

b) contempt

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 07

7. Paul and Kate are in a distressed relationship. Jenna and Lisa are in a non-distressed relationship. Which of the following statements is likely to be true?

a) Paul and Kate are more likely than Jenna and Lisa to have lower empathy for each other.

b) Kate is less likely than Lisa to be defensive in an argument.

c) Paul is more likely than Jenna to criticise his partner.

d) Paul and Kate are less likely than Jenna and Lisa to have lower levels of validation towards each other.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 08

8. Which of the following behaviours is likely to be most harmful during a couple's argument?

a) shrugging the shoulders

b) using a dismissive tone

c) criticizing your partner

d) All of the above could be equally harmful.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 09

9. Dana is arguing with his wife. His arms are crossed and he refuses to make eye contact. Dana is ____________.

a) stonewalling

b) defensive

c) offensive

d) critical

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 10

10. Your friend has been having a lot of arguments with his boyfriend lately, but they always end the arguments by agreeing to disagree. He asks you if you think this is an indicator of a poor relationship. What can you tell him?

a) If both partners are agreeing to disengage from the argument, than it is not necessarily a negative aspect of their relationship.

b) Arguing too much is a definite indicator that there is something wrong with the relationship.

c) If they have too many differences that are causing problems, then maybe they need to rethink the relationship.

d) There are strategies the two of them can learn if they want to continue their relationship and argue less.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 11

11. Approximately what percentage does non-verbal communication account for the information exchanged in an interpersonal interaction?

a) 35–40 per cent

b) 45–50 per cent

c) 60–65 per cent

d) 70–75 per cent

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 12

12. Which of the following is the strongest predictor of relationship satisfaction?

a) the quality of verbal communication

b) the quality of non-verbal communication

c) the number of criticisms exchanged on an average day

d) the frequency of defensive remarks by either partner

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 13

13. Pepito and Daria have been in a relationship for two years. Pepito often wants to spice up their sex life by trying out new things, but Daria is reluctant to do so. Whenever Pepito tries to discuss it with her, he finds it very difficult to get Daria to be open about it. Instead, she gets very shy and withdrawn. What argument could Pepito make to try and convince Daria about the importance of talking through their issues?

a) Being open when discussing their sex lives could bring them closer together emotionally.

b) If they keep avoiding their sexual incompatibilities, they might start to resent each other.

c) Exploring each other's sexual desires can increase sexual satisfaction for both of them.

d) any of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 14

14. What role does incompatibility play in sexual relationships?

a) Incompatibility is part of every relationship.

b) Incompatibility exists in about 75 per cent of relationships.

c) Incompatibility is an issue for about 50 per cent of relationships.

d) Incompatibility occurs mostly in long-term relationships.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 15

15. Which of the following couples is most likely to have a distressed relationship?

a) Amina and Carl; Amina wishes they had sex more often and often criticizes Carl for being "unmanly" when they argue about it.

b) Theodore and Roger; Roger makes less money than Theodore and often walks away when Theodore tells him he is spending too much.

c) Singh and Leslie; whenever they get into an argument, Leslie brings up how much she hates Singh's family.

d) All of the above couples are equally likely to have a distressed relationship.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 16

16. Which of the following disagreements most accurately predicts relationship distress?

a) an argument over spending habits

b) an argument where one spouse accuses the other of being "too passive" when arguing

c) an argument about child rearing

d) an argument about a couple's sexual relationship

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 17

17. Roya wants to discuss with her husband a problem in their sexual relationship. Which emotion would be best for Roya to express in that conversation?

a) disgust

b) embarrassment

c) anger

d) frustration

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 18

18. Jasmin and Chris are having an argument. Chris says, "Sometimes you make me so angry," and then hugs Jasmin closely. What is Jasmin most likely to feel about this communication?

a) angry because verbal communication is more important than non-verbal communication

b) angry because non-verbal communication is more important than verbal communication

c) good because non-verbal communication is more important than verbal communication

d) good because verbal communication is more important than non-verbal communication

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 19

19. Dr. Simmons is studying the correlations between non-verbal behaviour and relationship satisfaction. If Dr. Simmons compares the correlation between non-verbal communication quality and relationship satisfaction to correlations between verbal communication quality and relationship satisfaction, what will she most likely discover?

a) a stronger positive correlation

b) a weaker positive correlation

c) a stronger negative correlation

d) a weaker negative correlation

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 20

20. Trina's solution to her arguments with Mandeep over their household budget is to leave the house and drive to her sister's home. What behaviour is Trina displaying?

a) criticism

b) contempt

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 21

21. Rolling one's eyes in response to what a partner said during an argument is an example of __________.

a) criticism

b) contempt

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 22

22. Which of the following cannot occur unless there is clear communication between two people?

a) self-report

b) sexual consent

c) stonewalling

d) orgasm

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 23

23. When assessing differences in couples' communication styles across cultures, in which country do university students prefer to use non-verbal signals to indicate sexual interest?

a) Norway

b) Canada

c) South Africa

d) Vietnam

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 24

24. When assessing differences in couples' communication styles across cultures, in which country did married women rely heavily on non-verbal strategies to reject their husbands' initiations of sex?

a) Norway

b) Canada

c) South Africa

d) Vietnam

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 25

25. Research has found that a partner's responsiveness to communication efforts in a relationship are important for sexual desire. More specifically, what has this research found?

a) That perceived partner responsiveness is more important for sexual desire.

b) That actual partner responsiveness is more important for sexual desire.

c) That perceived partner responsiveness is equally as important as actual partner responsiveness for sexual desire.

d) That perceived partner responsiveness is not important for sexual desire.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 26

26. Touching, facial expressions, gestures, and eye contact are all examples of what type of sexual communication?

a) stonewalling sexual communication

b) verbal sexual communication

c) non-verbal sexual communication

d) contemptuous sexual communication

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 27

27. Talking about sexual likes and dislikes, exclamations made during sex, talking about past sexual experiences, and discussing sexual problems are all examples of what type of sexual communication?

a) stonewalling sexual communication

b) verbal sexual communication

c) non-verbal sexual communication

d) contemptuous sexual communication

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 28

28. In Canada, when must you legally disclose your STI status to a partner?

a) Never. There is no law that states that you must disclose your STI status to a partner.

b) Always. The law states that you must always disclose your STI status to a partner.

c) Sometimes. The law states that you must disclose your STI status to a partner if having sex constitutes a significant risk of serious bodily harm.

d) Sometimes. The law states that you must disclose your STI status to a partner only if you know you are infected with any STI.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 29

29. Do the benefits of open sexual communication with regards to relationship satisfaction stay consistent or change over the course of a heterosexual relationship?

a) It changes. Open sexual communication is more important for men's relationship satisfaction in the early stages of a relationship.

b) It stays the same. Open sexual communication is just as important at the beginning of a relationship as it is later in the relationship for both partners.

c) It changes. Open sexual communication is more important for women's relationship satisfaction once the relationship progresses beyond the early stages.

d) both A and C

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 30

30. In a study of 63 heterosexual young adults, approximately what percentage of the initiation of sexual activity was non-verbal?

a) 40

b) 60

c) 75

d) 90

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 31

31. Which of the following statements was a finding in a 2004 study that examined non-verbal sexual communication in SGD samples?

a) There were no differences in the use of non-verbal communication to initiate sex in men who had sex with men (MSM) or women who had sex with women (WSW).

b) Men who had sex with men (MSM) used more non-verbal communication when responding to communication meant to initiate sexual activity.

c) Women who had sex with women (WSW) used less non-verbal communication when responding to communication meant to initiate sexual activity.

d) All of the above were findings.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 32

32. Which of the following statements is false regarding non-verbal sexual communication during sexual activity?

a) The use of non-verbal communication during sex is linked with higher sexual satisfaction.

b) The use of non-verbal communication during sex can communicate likes and dislikes as sexual experiences unfold.

c) SGD adults make little use of non-verbal communication during sex.

d) The use of non-verbal communication during sex can communicate a great deal about our interest and enjoyment.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 33

33. Effectively communicating one's sexual preferences and desires to one's partner can result in ________ sexual and general relationship satisfaction.

a) increased

b) decreased

c) stagnant

d) none of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 34

34. In studies of communication in relationships, which of the following statements is true?

a) The quality of verbal communication between partners is a stronger predictor of relationship satisfaction than is the quality of their non-verbal communication.

b) The quality of non-verbal communication between partners is equally as strong as a predictor of relationship satisfaction as the quality of their verbal communication.

c) The quality of non-verbal communication between partners is a stronger predictor of relationship satisfaction than is the quality of their verbal communication.

d) There are currently no studies that have assessed verbal and non-verbal communication in relationships.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 35

35. According to your textbook, flirting relies heavily on which type of sexual communication?

a) verbal

b) contemptuous

c) stonewalling

d) non-verbal

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 36

36. Which of the following is true regarding sexting patterns in a US sample of teenagers ranging from 13-18 years of age?

a) Lower rates of sexting were found in SGD individuals.

b) Those in relationships sexted more than singles.

c) Males sent and received more sexts than females.

d) Heterosexual teens reported the highest rate of sexting.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 37

37. When considering a 2019 Canadian study on how partners respond to sexual talk, which of the following was NOT a finding from that study?

a) If both partners are especially responsive to sexual talk, then mutualistic talk was associated with lower sexual distress.

b) If both partners are especially unresponsive to sexual talk, then mutualistic talk was associated with higher sexual distress.

c) If both partners are especially responsive to sexual talk, then individualistic talk was associated with greater sexual satisfaction.

d) If both partners are especially responsive to sexual talk, then individualistic talk was associated with less sexual satisfaction.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 38

38. Why do partners report that they are less likely to talk about sexual, as compared to nonsexual, problems in their relationships?

a) Some believe that they do not have the skill to discuss sexual issues.

b) Some consider sex a taboo topic even between sexual partners.

c) People often worry about their partners' responses.

d) all of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 39

39. According to one 2017 study, approximately what percentage of women experiencing sexual problems disclosed this information to their partner?

a) 15 per cent

b) 34 per cent

c) 56 per cent

d) 69 per cent

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 40

40. What was the main finding from a 2016 intervention study in which 59 mixed-sex couples where the man had been diagnosed with erectile dysfunction following treatment for prostate cancer participated in a 3.5 hour workshop designed to increase sexual communication skills?

a) Both the men and their partners reported improved relationship satisfaction and sexual functioning.

b) Both the men and their partners reported improved relationship satisfaction alone.

c) Both the men and their partners reported improved sexual functioning alone.

d) Both the men and their partners reported improved relationship satisfaction but decreased sexual functioning.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 41

41. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the textbook as something that makes someone a good sexual communicator?

a) choosing an appropriate time to engage in sexual communication

b) using a clear, calm, and captivating tone of voice

c) using non-judgmental language

d) being a receptive listener

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 42

42. Breakups have been linked to all of the following outcomes except?

a) increased substance abuse

b) a loss of self-esteem

c) increased risk of depression

d) increased risk of certain cancers

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 43

43. Which break up strategy are adolescents making greater use of according to recent research?

a) breakups using friends to relay the message

b) breakups using digital technology/text messages

c) breakups face-to-face

d) breakups by speaking on the telephone

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 44

44. Paul wants to break up with his partner so, without warning, he cuts off all electronic communication with them and avoids them. This extreme form of avoidance during a breakup is typically called ________.

a) ghosting

b) disappearing

c) jetting

d) snaking

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 45

45. When are people most likely to break up with someone using digital means?

a) when the level of intimacy between partners is high

b) when there is a lot of overlap in the couple's social networks

c) when the partners are similar to each other in many ways

d) when the level of intimacy between partners is low

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 46

46. Which of the following is not an advantage to using technology to convey a break up?

a) You do not have to deal with a partner's emotional reaction.

b) People are significantly less affected by digital breakups.

c) You do not have to generate explanations.

d) It allows time to craft a reaction, or avoid one altogether.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 47

47. Five key motivations emerged from a study of 99 young adults that involved interviews about breaking up via technology. Which of the following motivations would fit with the statement "I wanted to avoid confrontation."?

a) convenience

b) lack of attraction

c) expectation of a negatively-valenced interaction

d) relationship state

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 48

48. Five key motivations emerged from a study of 99 young adults that involved interviews about breaking up via technology. Which of the following motivations would fit with the statement "It was easier."?

a) convenience

b) lack of attraction

c) expectation of a negatively-valenced interaction

d) relationship state

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 49

49. Five key motivations emerged from a study of 99 young adults that involved interviews about breaking up via technology. Which of the following motivations would fit with the statement "It wasn't serious enough to warrant face-to-face interaction."?

a) convenience

b) lack of attraction

c) expectation of a negatively-valenced interaction

d) relationship state

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 50

50. Five key motivations emerged from a study of 99 young adults that involved interviews about breaking up via technology. Which of the following motivations would fit with the statement "We had only gone on two dates and I didn't want to lead them on, so I stopped talking to them."?

a) safety

b) lack of attraction

c) expectation of a negatively-valenced interaction

d) relationship state

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 51

51. Five key motivations emerged from a study of 99 young adults that involved interviews about breaking up via technology. Which of the following motivations would fit with the statement "They were being creepy and I was worried they would go crazy if I told them in person."?

a) safety

b) lack of attraction

c) expectation of a negatively-valenced interaction

d) relationship state

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 52

52. What is problematic about focusing on purely verbal consent for permission to engage in sexual activities?

a) Verbal consent places the burden on the target of the sexual advance.

b) Many sexual interactions lack verbal exchange.

c) It is sometimes difficult to know exactly when and how to verbally communicate in a way that leaves no ambiguity to one's message, but also preserves the relationship.

d) all of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 53

53. How are men most likely to communicate their own sexual consent and/or interpret the sexual consent of others?

a) cajoling

b) nagging

c) verbally

d) non-verbally

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 54

54. How are women most likely to communicate their own sexual consent and/or interpret the sexual consent of others?

a) cajoling

b) nagging

c) verbally

d) non-verbally

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 55

55. Which of the following situations would be considered non-consensual if sexual activity were to occur?

a) A man fondles his wife's genitals while she is sleeping.

b) A woman touches her husband's penis while he is severely intoxicated.

c) A partner complies with repeated requests for sex.

d) All of the above are non-consensual acts.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 56

56. Which of the following situations would be considered non-consensual if sexual activity were to occur?

a) A man has sex with a heavily intoxicated man.

b) A woman sulks until her partner gives in to sexual intercourse.

c) A partner complies with repeated requests for sex.

d) All of the above are non-consensual acts.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 57

57. A current, integrative view of consent highlights the importance of which of the following?

a) Along with continuous verbal exchange, non-verbal messages and situational factors are emphasized.

b) Along with continuous verbal exchange, non-verbal messages and sexual willingness are emphasized.

c) Only continuous verbal exchange is necessary.

d) Only non-verbal messages need to be taken into account.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 58

58. Which statement about sexual consent is false?

a) Sexual consent does not generalize to future sexual encounters.

b) A person can consent to one sexual act but refuse all others.

c) Sexual consent does not apply to a person's spouse.

d) Sexual consent can be withdrawn at any time.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 59

59. Which of the following types of communication specifically addresses issues relevant to the functioning of partnerships if they take place within an established relationship context?

a) sexual communication

b) relationship communication

c) diverse communication

d) defensive communication

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 60

60. Which of the following types of communication specifically involves exchanges related to sexual matters?

a) sexual communication

b) relationship communication

c) diverse communication

d) defensive communication

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 61

61. From a large-scale study of 14,946 adolescents (aged 11 to 16 years) that analyzed sexting experiences across 20 E

uropean countries, from which country were boys were more likely to sext as compared to girls?

a) Czech Republic

b) Norway

c) Finland

d) Italy

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 62

62. From a large-scale study of 14,946 adolescents (aged 11 to 16 years) that analyzed sexting experiences across 20 European countries, from which country were there were no gender/sex differences in sexting?

a) Czech Republic

b) Germany

c) Finland

d) Italy

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 63

63. From a large-scale study of 14,946 adolescents (aged 11 to 16 years) that analyzed sexting experiences across 20 European countries, from which country did girls report sexting more than did boys?

a) Czech Republic

b) Germany

c) Finland

d) Italy

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 64

64. What did researchers find when they asked the question, "How is the communication between partners in distressed relationships different from the communication between partners in non-distressed relationships?"

a) People in distressed relationships tend to engage in more negative communication behaviours.

b) People in distressed relationships tend to engage in fewer positive communication behaviours.

c) There were no differences in communication behaviours.

d) Both A and B are true.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 65

65. A negative communication behaviour in which someone protects themselves from a perceived verbal assault by denying responsibility, making excuses, or counter-complaining is called?

a) criticism

b) contempt

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 66

66. A negative communication behaviour that entails refusing to engage in the discussion at hand is called?

a) criticism

b) contempt

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 67

67. A negative communication behaviour that entails putting down, or being hostile or disrespectful toward one's partner is called?

a) criticism

b) contempt

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 68

68. A negative communication behaviour that involves attacking a partner's character or personality is called?

a) criticism

b) contempt

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 69

69. Statements such as "No, I didn't" or "But you do it too" would be best described as which type of negative communication behaviour?

a) criticism

b) contempt

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 70

70. Behaviours such as eye-rolls, mean humour, and name-calling would be best described as which type of negative communication behaviour?

a) criticism

b) contempt

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 71

71. Calling somebody "uptight" or "prude" would be best described as which type of negative communication behaviour?

a) criticism

b) contempt

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 72

72. Walking away from a discussion or pretending that you are asleep when your partner wants to talk would be best described as which type of negative communication behaviour?

a) criticism

b) contempt

c) defensiveness

d) stonewalling

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 73

73. We know that how a person communicates is important, but so is how the person responds to communication. What has recent research found regarding a partner's responsiveness to communication efforts?

a) Responsiveness is associated with greater relationship well-being.

b) Responsiveness is associated with greater sexual well-being.

c) Responsiveness has no effects on sexual well-being.

d) Both A and B are true.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 74

74. John was recently diagnosed with HIV. He has not started drug treatment and has decided to keep his HIV status a secret from his sexual partner that he recently started seeing. They have a very active sex life and do not practise safer sex. Is John under any obligation to disclose his HIV status to his partner?

a) No. It is up to John what he wants to do.

b) Yes. He is obligated under Canadian law to disclose his STI status if there is a significant risk of serious bodily harm.

c) Maybe. It would be morally right, but not legally required.

d) none of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 75

75. Gina and Fred are in a very close, loving relationship. Fred has been having difficulty with reaching orgasm during sexual activity for the last two weeks. Which of the following would be the best course of action to try and fix the problem?

a) Fred should stop all sexual activity, it isn't working anyways.

b) Fred should engage Gina in sexual communication.

c) Fred should find a different partner with whom he is sexually compatible.

d) Fred should be silent and just keep trying to fulfill his and Gina's needs.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 76

76. A 2010 study looked at non-verbal behaviours that young heterosexual people used to flirt in places such as bars and coffeeshops. What behaviours did they find that women used to signal a man?

a) self-grooming

b) holding a gaze for an extended period

c) smiling

d) all of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 77

77. A 2010 study looked at non-verbal behaviours that young heterosexual people used to flirt in places such as bars and coffeeshops. What did the researchers report about men that had been signalled by a women?

a) Men who had been signaled were highly likely to approach the woman using more direct contact.

b) Men who had been signaled were highly unlikely to approach the woman using more direct contact.

c) Men were generally unaware that they had been signalled in the first place.

d) Both A and C are correct.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 78

78. Which of the following is a possible advantage of flirting using non-verbal communication?

a) Flirting should never be attempted using non-verbal communication.

b) It can give a cover of "plausible deniability" if the expression is rejected.

c) Non-verbal communication is always non-ambiguous.

d) Both A and C are correct.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 79

79. What is a possible disadvantage of technology-based communications?

a) Many technology-based communications allow you time to craft your responses.

b) Many technology-based communications do not allow a full picture of a partner's non-verbal reactions.

c) Many technology-based communications do not allow you to incorporate other communication elements such as touch and scent.

d) Both B and C are correct.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 80

80. Technology-based communication incurs an accelerated or amplified intimacy compared to intimacy levels for interactions that take place in-person only. Consequently, this effect may reflect the intense level of self-disclosure and rapid rate of exchange that these technologies allow. What is the name given to this effect?

a) hyperpersonalization effect

b) hyperinteraction effect

c) hyperdisclosure effect

d) hyperexchange effect

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 81

81. Bill loves to talk dirty to his partner Jeff. Jeff really does not like dirty talk. According to research in the area of sexual talk, what should Bill do?

a) Continue. Jeff will likely come around to the dirty talk after a while.

b) Continue. As long as one partner enjoys the dirty talk, the other will be unaffected.

c) Stop. Jeff is unresponsive to dirty talk and the relationship could suffer.

d) Stop. Dirty talk always has negative effects on sexual relationships.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 82

82. Ben and Cathy are in a long-term relationship and just had sex. Ben had an orgasm and was satisfied with the encounter, but Cathy was left unsatisfied. She immediately tells Ben, "I'm glad you're satisfied, but I haven't had an orgasm during sex in four weeks. We need to fix this." Ben does not take this news well and rolls over to go to sleep. How could Cathy have approached this situation differently to hopefully garner a more positive response?

a) She should have been more to the point and offered Ben a solution right then and there.

b) She should have waited until later to have this conversation with Ben.

c) She should have waited until Ben was asleep and masturbated to orgasm.

d) There is nothing she could have done differently—Ben would likely have reacted the same no matter what.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 83

83. Which of the following examples are part of effective communication?

a) being reflective

b) being an active listener

c) being non-judgmental

d) All of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 84

84. Johan is going to break up with his partner Becky. He "unfriends" her from Facebook and changes his number. What has Johan just done?

a) Johan has "ghosted" Becky.

b) Johan has "unfollowed" Becky.

c) Johan has "deleted" Becky.

d) Johan has "snaked" Becky.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 85

85. Which of the following is not one of the key motivations to breaking up via technology?

a) lack of attraction

b) convenience

c) availability

d) safety

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 86

86. Which statement is true regarding breaking up with someone via technology?

a) It is often done for convenience.

b) It is often done because of lack of attraction.

c) It is often done for safety reasons.

d) All of the above are reasons.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 87

87. Tanya and her partner Rico are making out in her apartment. Rico asks Tanya if he could touch her breasts. She says that it would be OK. Rico then proceeds to unbutton her pants and attempts to touch her genitals instead. Tanya jumps up and asks Rico to leave. He is confused and says "I asked for consent and you agreed." What flaw did Rico make in his reasoning?

a) Although he asked for consent, it was for a different sexual act.

b) Rico did not make any flaw—consent is consent.

c) Rico committed sexual assault.

d) none of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 88

88. The extent to which someone views their partner's verbal and nonverbal responses to be accepting, validating, understanding, and caring is called ________.

a) stonewalling

b) perceived partner responsiveness

c) verbal sexual communication

d) sexual communication

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 89

89. ________ is "self-focused" sexual talk that relates to one's own sexual experience and pleasure.

a) Individualistic talk

b) Mutualistic talk

c) Pump up talk

d) Sharing talk

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 90

90. Which is NOT a positive sexual rejection behaviour?

a) reassuring your partner that you are attracted to them

b) trying to talk to your partner

c) displaying frustration toward your partner

d) offering alternative forms of physical contact

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 01

1. Indicating that a partner is selfish during an argument is an example of __________, one of four negative communication behaviours according to John Gottman.

Feedback: criticism

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 02

2. Screaming an obscenity towards a partner during an argument is an example of __________, one of four negative communication behaviours according to John Gottman.

Feedback: contempt

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 03

3. Denying responsibility is an example of __________, one of four negative communication behaviours according to John Gottman.

Feedback: defensiveness

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 04

4. An example of __________ would be leaving the room in the middle of an argument.

Feedback: stonewalling

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 05

5. Studies have shown that the majority of the information exchanged in an interpersonal interaction is done through __________-__________ communication.

Feedback: non verbal

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 06

6. Communication of sexual words or images, typically of oneself, via technology, such as mobile phones and the Internet is called __________.

Feedback: sexting

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 07

7. According to you textbook, an ongoing exchange between the members of a relationship that unfolds over time and consists of verbal, behavioural, and affective exchanges is called ________ communication.

Feedback: relationship

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 08

8. The extent to which someone views their partner's verbal and non-verbal responses to be accepting, validating, understanding, and caring is called ________ ________ ________.

Feedback: perceived partner responsiveness

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 09

9. Verbal, behavioural, and affective exchanges concerning sexual matters (e.g., sexual preferences, attraction, sexual problems, consent, pleasure) by which individuals navigate sexuality with others is called ________ communication.

Feedback: sexual

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 10

10. Sexual communication through words (e.g., talking, sexting) is called ________ sexual communication.

Feedback: verbal

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 11

11. Sexual communication behaviours that do not involve words, including voice qualities, facial expressions, touching, and gestures is called ________ sexual communication.

Feedback: non-verbal

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 12

12. ________ is a form of communication that involves conveying sexual interest in someone, and which often relies heavily on non-verbal communication.

Feedback: Flirting

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 13

13. The act of freely and willingly agreeing to participate in sexual activity which is imperative for all sexual encounters is called ________ ________.

Feedback: sexual consent

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 14

14. Effectively communicating one's sexual preferences and desires to one's partner can result in ________ sexual and general relationship satisfaction.

Feedback: increased

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 15

15. Verbal sexual communication that occurs during sexual interactions and that is specific to the sexual interaction is called ________ ________.

Feedback: sexual talk

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 16

16. An extreme form of avoidance of face-to-face communication whereby you break up with someone by cutting off electronic communication, usually without any warning, is called "________."

Feedback: ghosting

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 17

17. Sexual activity or interaction that occurs without consent is considered ________ ________ and is punishable under the Criminal Code of Canada.

Feedback: sexual assault

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 18

18. When assessing what makes someone a good sexual communicator, using ________-________ language can improve communication.

Feedback: non judgmental

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 19

19. Technology-based communication often reveals a "________ effect," which refers to an accelerated or amplified intimacy compared to intimacy levels for interactions that take place in-person only.

Feedback: hyperpersonalization

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 20

20. In Canada, the law requires that an STI be revealed if having sex constitutes "a significant risk of ________ ________ ________."

Feedback: serious bodily harm

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 01

1. Should you reveal everything about your sexual self to a partner? Discuss the reasons why and why not to disclose this info.

Feedback: Overall the answer is complex and personal.

Here are some common reasons not to disclose:

1. Not all private details of our past may be relevant today.

2. We might not feel safe (physically or emotionally) disclosing certain information to our partner.

3. Some details are just meant to be private.

Here are some common reasons to disclose:

1. If a matter has important consequences for the sexual partner and should be revealed; for example, STI status. You likely should feel morally obligated to disclose this information if the partner's health could be at risk, but if the STI can cause serious bodily harm, you are legally obligated to disclose this information (e.g. HIV/AIDS status).

2. If it something you would want to know from your partner, you should disclose it.

3. Disclosure of your past can be a show of trust in your partner.

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 02

2. Why is effective sexual communication important?

Feedback: Effective communication about sexuality with one's partner is important because it is associated with positive outcomes for partners, including both relationship and sexual satisfaction. Open discussions about sexual interests and differences can lead to greater closeness and intimacy. Effectively communicating one's sexual preferences and desires to one's partner can also result in significantly increased sexual and general relationship satisfaction.

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 03

3. Discuss the positive outcomes of communicating about sexual problems and challenges with your partner. Give an example where possible.

Feedback: When people can talk about sexual problems with their partners, both they and their partners tend to be more satisfied with their sexual and romantic relationship, have better sexual functioning, and feel less distressed about the sexual aspects of their relationship.

For example, in one intervention study, 59 mixed-sex couples in which the man had been diagnosed with erectile dysfunction following treatment for prostate cancer participated in a 3.5 hour workshop designed to increase sexual communication skills. They found that both men and their partners reported improved relationship satisfaction and sexual functioning.

Type: essay/short answer question

Title: Chapter 13 Question 04

4. List 5 points that makes someone a good sexual communicator?

Feedback: 1. A person's sexual attitudes and beliefs play a huge role in how well they communicate about sex with a partner.

2. The expectations that an individual has about how their partner is likely to behave during an upcoming discussion, as well as how their partner actually responds, play an important role in determining how the discussion will unfold.

3. The listener should set aside their own agenda to really hear what the other person is saying. Without a receptive listener, communication will break down.

4. Choosing an appropriate time to engage in sexual communication can also make a difference.

5. Using non-judgmental language can improve communication.