interpersonal commiuncation class.
1)Fran always changes the subject by making jokes when Jenna
confronts her about a problem. Fran relies on what type of conflict
approach?
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skirting |
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sniping |
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cumulative annoyance |
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pseudo–conflict |
2)Hans considers himself scrappy, and he typically approaches
most interpersonal conflicts with a desire to win. Which of the
following statements about Hans is least likely to be true?
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Hans likes to have control during a conflict situation. |
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Hans is willing to hurt the other person if it means |
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Hans is most comfortable employing defensive communication. |
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Hans goes head–to–head with others out of respect for them. |
3)During a heated conflict Jasmine says, “This relationship
isn’t working—we should just end this now!” This is an example of
which of the following?
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sudden–death statement |
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dirty secret |
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escalation |
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sniping |
4)Perceptual errors are a common cause of an interpersonal
conflict.
True
False
5)A conflict with another person is a one–time–only event.
True
False
6)Married couples who avoid conflict are generally more
satisfied in their relationships than couples who confront their
issues with each other.
True
False
7)On average, people report less than two conflicts a week.
True
False
8)Most conflicts occur between people in close
relationships.
True
False
9)People who have only moderate power are least likely to use
controlling communication in their interpersonal communications
True
False
10)The bond someone has with his or her best friends is best
described as personal currency.
True
False
11)People who have substantial power are more inclined to
demonstrate it to those with less power.
True
False
12)When using social media to resolve conflicts, both parties
are less aware of the consequences of their communication
choices.
True
False





