By: Jamie Reynolds
Updated: Feb. 9, 2017
Originally Published: Jan. 15, 2015
Psychologists Alex and Jamie Thompson, a husband-and-wife duo, have pinpointed specific behaviors that can accurately forecast whether a relationship is destined for happiness or heartbreak. But what if there were an easy, accessible quiz online that couples—especially those considering parenthood—could use to evaluate their relationship’s strength? With that idea in mind, I’ve crafted my own lighthearted, unscientific marriage predictor quiz.
- When you hear “clean the kitchen,” what does that entail for you? Does it mean wiping down the counters and mopping the floor? If rinsing out the sink strainer is included in your definition, give yourself +2 points. If not, -2.
- Here’s a task for you: putting a duvet cover on a duvet. Is someone going to take the shortcut of shoving it in and sleeping under a lump, or will they insist on the complicated inside-out maneuver that’s guaranteed to fail? Pay attention to your body: Are you feeling a bit tense? If so, -2 points.
- Try this: “Sweetheart, did you leave the burner on?” Is your tone casual or laced with annoyance? There’s no universal answer, but it’s crucial to establish a communication style that suits you both.
- Do you find yourselves in bizarre arguments about trivial things, like “Is couscous a grain or just tiny rice?” If one of you insists on the “tiny rice” theory while the other rolls their eyes, you might want to reconsider your choice of partner. -9 points for engaging in such nonsense!
- Imagine you’re on a long road trip in a rental Chevy Captiva, and the dashboard connects to your iPhone. If it keeps trying to connect to the whimsically named “Vag vag,” will one of you try to fix it, or will you just roll with the punches? If you can laugh it off, +5 points.
- While loading your family’s bags onto a hotel luggage cart, how often will you exclaim, “Wow, we used to travel light!”?
- How many times will that statement be made?
- How many times will you lament the lack of hooks on the luggage cart?
- Picture this: your toddler is feeling ill in the backseat during a winding mountain drive. As you’re desperately trying to manage a bucket, your four-year-old asks, “Who is Vag vag?” Will you scream in frustration or just endure the chaos? Endure for +4, freak out for -10.
- How long will you drive around a random neighborhood looking for a “healthy” Panera before you decide to just hit up Cracker Barrel? Set a time limit now.
- At Cracker Barrel, if your toddler is banging on an old-fashioned kerosene lamp, who will intervene before it shatters? This is a fun test of teamwork. +10 points for handling it.
- When your toddler is having a meltdown at Cracker Barrel, and you struggle with the antique high chair’s leather strap, which one of you will keep your cool instead of setting the place ablaze?
- Finally, is Cracker Barrel a culinary gem or a disaster? Make sure you and your partner are on the same page!
This article was first published on January 15, 2015. For more insights, check out our other posts about home insemination at this link, as well as resources on pregnancy at womenshealth.gov. And if you’re curious about home insemination kits, see Cryobaby’s offerings.
Summary:
This fun quiz provides a light-hearted way for couples to assess their compatibility and teamwork, essential for a happy marriage. By evaluating responses to everyday scenarios, partners can gain insight into their relationship dynamics and strengthen their bond.