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  • Describe what role overload means.
    A single parent has too many responsibilities to carry them all out well.
  • What is meant by 'continuum' of a relationship?
    It represents the changes in feelings and attitudes a couple has about their relationship.
  • When spouses share a role and accomplish the task together, this is known as.
    Role-sharing
  • This theory states that people who have many similarities are more likely to have a satisfying marriage.
    Homogamy
  • The partners accept each other's differences and agree to live with them. What is this pattern of adjustment?
    Accommodation
  • Give an example of a top priority that couples should discuss before getting married.
    Children, religion, finances
  • Name an example of active interaction in a relationship.
    Going for a walk, doing an activity together, doing a chore together
  • What is alimony?
    A financial settlement paid to a spouse.
  • This type of custody describes children living with one parent.
    One-parent custody
  • Name an emotional need that is met through marriage.
    Respect, love, self-actualization
  • Name a barrier to divorce.
    Children, money, lonely
  • Name the first stage of the breakdown of the marriage relationship.
    Emotional divorce
  • Describe what it means if couples follow the pattern of adjustment 'concession'.
    A partner in the relationship gives in to their spouse repeatedly because it is easier.
  • Which pattern of adjustment brings the most satisfaction to a marriage?
    Compromise
  • In this custody agreement, the children are divided between parents.
    Split custody
  • In Illinois, what is the legal age for marriage without parental consent?
    18
  • What is the point of the engagement period?
    To prepare the couple for married life.
  • Give an example of legal grounds for divorce.
    Cruelty, impotency, addiction, abuse
  • Name a personal quality that would be beneficial to bring into the marriage relationship.
    Communication, ability to give and receive love, decision making, problem solving
  • What is a negative reason for wanting to get married?
    To avoid being alone, infatuation, financial gain
  • This legal term is used to identify a divorce in which neither spouse is being blamed for the divorce.
    No-fault
  • Are religious differences usually a bigger concern after the couple has children?
    Yes, more decisions have to be made.
  • What does it mean to be a petitioner for divorce?
    The one who files for divorce.
  • One partner is talkative, the other partner is quiet. What does this describe?
    Complementary quality
  • What are vows?
    Statements that specifically express the couple's commitment to each other.
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