Social Skills QuizSocial Skills QuizDetermine how much of a role social skills are playing in your marriage.Instructions: For each question, choose the option that best reflects how you typically interact with your spouse. 1. When you're talking to your spouse, how do you usually use eye contact? A. I look my spouse in the eyes for a few seconds at a time. B. I glance at them briefly, but mostly look elsewhere. C. I avoid eye contact because it feels uncomfortable2. How do you usually greet your spouse? A. I use their name and show I’m happy to see them. B. I give a quick hello without much expression. C. I wait for them to initiate.3. If your spouse seems uninterested in what you’re saying, how do you respond? A. I shift to a topic they might enjoy more. B. I keep talking and hope they’ll stay with it. C. I end the conversation.4. If your spouse tells you they're having a hard day, what do you do? A. I try to understand and empathize with how they feel. B. I tell them to look on the bright side. C. I move on to a different topic.5. During conversations with your spouse, how mindful are you of physical space? A. I respect their space and adjust if they seem uncomfortable. B. I sometimes get too close without realizing. C. I don't really think about it.6. How often do you ask your spouse open-ended questions to keep the conversation going? A. Often—I like learning what they think or feel. B. Occasionally—I stick to short questions. C. Rarely—I usually just talk or wait for them.7. What does your body language typically convey during interactions with your spouse? A. Friendly, open, and relaxed. B. I don’t really pay attention to that. C. Probably tense, distracted, or closed off.8. How often do you use polite phrases with your spouse (like “please” and “thank you”)? A. Regularly—it’s part of how I treat them with respect. B. Sometimes, if I remember. C. Rarely—it feels unnecessary in a close relationship.9. When did you last give your spouse a specific, sincere compliment? A. Today or very recently. B. Within the last week. C. I can’t remember the last time.10. How do you handle small disagreements with your spouse? A. I stay calm and look for agreement without getting defensive. B. I try to prove I’m right. C. I shut down or walk away.11. How do you respond when your spouse’s mood or behavior suddenly shifts? A. I stay flexible and don’t take it personally. B. I get frustrated or confused. C. I withdraw or become critical.12. When your spouse seems withdrawn or irritable, how do you handle it? A. I give them space and try to respect what they’re feeling. B. I stay around and hope things improve. C. I ignore their signals and keep acting as usual.13. How often do you show appreciation to your spouse for something small? A. Frequently—I try to notice the little things. B. Occasionally, if it stands out. C. Rarely—I expect them to do their part.14. When your spouse expresses an opinion you don’t agree with, what do you do? A. I stay open-minded and avoid arguing. B. I share my opposing view directly. C. I get defensive or shut down the conversation.15. In conversations with your spouse, how much space do you give them to talk? A. I make sure they feel heard and don’t interrupt. B. I talk when I have something to say—even if it's a lot. C. I let them talk more, but I stay quiet myself. Submit If you are human, leave this field blank.
