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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. The basic premise of the book assumes the readers have made which decision about their relationship?

2. Negative and destructive thoughts are linked to which psychological effect suffered by the hurt partner?

3. All extramarital affairs are viewed in which way by the text?

4. Women typically view an affair in which way compared with men?

5. When the affair is discovered, what is the typical reaction of the unfaithful partner?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the book address post-affair healing?

2. When an affair is discovered, what is the effect on the hurt partner?

3. Why do hurt partners blame God for their suffering?

4. What methods do unfaithful partners use to hide from deeper emotional issues that may be tied to the affair?

5. Why is it necessary for an affair to be understood?

6. How does the text address gender-typical reactions in Chapter 1?

7. How is the presence of violent thoughts in the hurt partner related to the discovery of the affair?

8. As discussed in Chapter 4, Is is possible to repair a marriage post-affair?

9. Where do unrealistic expectations of love and marriage come from?

10. How does an unfaithful partner conduct an affair over a period of time, and what is their emotional reaction upon discovery?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Even after a couple has recommitted to their marriage, the unfaithful partner could decide to embark on another extramarital affair.

What are three reasons this may occur?

What are three warning signs the could indicate this possibility?

Essay Topic 2

Lack of communication is a key issue in the problems experienced during a marriage.

How does the lack of communication apply to the problems experienced by a couple with sexual intimacy issues?

Cite three examples and discuss how couples can work through these communication challenges.

Essay Topic 3

Childhood experiences play a role in the possibility of extramarital affairs in a marriage.

What are three indicators that a person will grow up to become an unfaithful partner in a marriage?

What are three indicators that a person will grow up to become a hurt partner in a marriage?

How could these paths be altered in the future after an affair?

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