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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the case of the woman who planned on being housemates with an opposite sex friend, according to the authors, what was the woman's error probably based on?
(a) Sexual gratification.
(b) Gender equality.
(c) Sexual identification.
(d) Gender difference.

2. According to the authors, being called what, within a committed relationship, has "some special challenges"?
(a) A "slut".
(b) A "rebel".
(c) A "liar".
(d) A "lover".

3. The authors convey that the book is written to counteract the trend of individuals being forced out of what kind of sexual and romantic lives?
(a) Degrading lives.
(b) Homosexual lives.
(c) Rewarding lives.
(d) Solitary lives.

4. What happens when the authors include other people in their relationship?
(a) They leave each other out on purpose.
(b) They make each other jealous on purpose.
(c) They leave and get a restraining order.
(d) They make it work so no one gets left out.

5. What is NOT a way that "Baby Yourself" suggests being kind to yourself?
(a) Indulging in something pleasurable.
(b) Shopping.
(c) Getting a workout.
(d) Getting revenge.

6. In what section do the authors discuss various ways that two people may unexpectedly become a couple?
(a) Unexpected Trouble.
(b) The Accidental Relationship.
(c) The Accidental Couple.
(d) Unexpected Couple.

7. What emotions do the authors suggest can also be involved in jealousy?
(a) Guilt and pain.
(b) Hunger and exhaustion.
(c) Grief and loss.
(d) Hatred and fear.

8. What actions do the authors suggest are central to messing up a relationship?
(a) Silence and disregard.
(b) Oversight and abuse.
(c) Deceit and manipulation.
(d) Hatred and retaliation.

9. Which of the following is NOT an example of outercourse from the book?
(a) Copying a homework assignment.
(b) Dancing together at a school dance.
(c) Sitting together in public.
(d) A simple glance or gesture.

10. According to the book, jealousy can inform people about all of the following, EXCEPT for which of these?
(a) What they need to put more work into being able to have.
(b) What they have to do for all future partners.
(c) What they need and want for themselves.
(d) What they have misplaced.

11. How do the authors recommend people to communicate in 'fair fighting'?
(a) Using "I" messages.
(b) Using "We" messages.
(c) Using "Someone" messages.
(d) Using "You" messages.

12. According to the book, conflict is part of every relationship that includes what?
(a) Polyamory.
(b) Confidences.
(c) Intimacy.
(d) Insecurity.

13. How difficult is it for the authors to control their relationships with multiple people?
(a) It is easy and natural for them.
(b) Sometimes it is easy; sometimes it requires effort.
(c) They always run into legal issues.
(d) It requires a concerted effort from them.

14. What is the focus of the book's discussion of sex?
(a) Sex for reproduction.
(b) Sex for profits.
(c) Sex for pleasure.
(d) Sex for power.

15. The book advocates sexual behavior as an activity that is meant to be what?
(a) Non-existent.
(b) Excessive.
(c) Enjoyed.
(d) Feared.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the authors advocate that each individual owns?

2. The chapter on "Paradigms" also covers myths about types of relationships that are available to who?

3. The authors advocate the use of the law to protect their families, including matters of what?

4. After the authors have finished introducing the book and themselves, the section "Within Ourselves" continues with discussion of what two specific topics?

5. Why did the author feel relieved about their visit to the special club?

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