Quiz: Does Your Romance Stand A Chance?
by Margot Charmichael Lester
You've been dating someone great for a while. Lots of cuddling and cooing, no arguments that you haven't been able to resolve. You still call each other every day. But what does your future hold?
Can your relationship keep up its momentum?
Take this week's quiz to find out if your fella will fall flat or be all that! Discover if your girl is here to stay or on her way!
1. When I discuss my goals:
S/he laughs at what I want or dismisses it as silly. (Score = 1)
We find more evidence that we don't want the same things in life. (Score = 2)
There are some disconnects, but we're willing to work through them. (Score = 3)
Our goals are similar, and we want the same quality of life. (Score = 4)
The future? We hardly ever talk about dinner, much less the future. (Score = -1)
2. My friends and family always say:
Why are you still going out with that loser? (Score = 1)
What do you see in him/her? (Score = 2)
We like him/her. (Score = 3)
When's the wedding? (Score = 4)
Dump him/her! (Score = -1)
3. I trust my partner:
Barely. I know s/he's up to something; I just can't prove it. (Score = 1)
Not much. I don't tell her/him anything I don't want broadcast all over town. (Score = 2)
Pretty much. I'd trust my partner with my dog, but not my life. (Score = 3)
Completely. Our romance is solid and I'd trust my partner with anything. (Score = 4)
Are you kidding? I'm lucky s/he doesn't kill me in my sleep. (Score = -1)
4. When you think of your partner, your instant reaction is:
Revulsion. (Score = 1)
Anger. (Score = 2)
Uncertainty. (Score = 3)
Excitement. (Score = 4)
Help me! (Score = -1)
5. Talking about the future usually results in:
An argument over my demanding ways. (Score = 1)
S/he says s/he's not ready for anything more serious. (Score = 2)
A discussion of each of your goals and wishes for the relationship. (Score = 3)
A firm commitment from him/her. (Score = 4)
S/he runs screaming from the bedroom. (Score = -1)
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Less than 0:
It's already over — maybe you just don't know it yet. It's amazing you've lasted this long together. Time to use a quick search to snag a quality match!
0-5:
The fat lady's singing. It's unlikely your love stands a chance with this kind of carping and bad blood between you. Search for local singles to fill the emotional void!
6-10:
It's not looking good. There's a lack of confidence and mutual respect that could prove terminal. Have you considered posting a free profile ?
11-15:
Not too bad. You've got a good chance at making it! Keep working on it!
16-20:
You're golden. Your relationship's definitely on the right track to the ultimate pay off!
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Margot Charmichael Lester writes for Match, the ultimate online dating site.
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