Quiz: How Strong Is Your Relationship Really?

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20 Questions | Updated: Oct 27, 2025

1. How do you feel about your level of emotional connection right now?


We could talk more honestly about our feelings
It feels distant, like we’re roommates rather than partners
I want to trust our connection more deeply
We’re comfortable but not always deeply engaged
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2. If you could improve one thing in your relationship, what would it be?


How we communicate and handle disagreements
Feeling emotionally closer and more connected
Rebuilding or deepening trust
Finding a better balance between space and togetherness

3. How do you feel about your relationship overall?


We have love, but our communication could be better
It’s good, though I miss the closeness we once had
It feels steady but could use more reassurance and trust
It’s comfortable, but we sometimes feel more like teammates than lovers

4. How often do you express love verbally or physically?


Less often lately; communication feels strained
Not as much as we used to, but the feelings are still there
I express love, but sometimes I’m unsure it’s fully reciprocated
We show love differently, which works for us

5. How equally do you share responsibilities in your relationship?


We don’t always communicate clearly about who does what
We divide tasks, but one person feels emotionally overburdened
I trust my partner to handle things, but it can feel uneven
We both do our part while respecting each other’s strengths

6. How do you and your partner handle apologies after conflict?


It’s hard for either of us to say sorry
We apologize, but emotional tension sometimes lingers
I question whether the apology truly rebuilds trust
We give each other time before reconnecting

7. How secure do you feel in your relationship’s future?


Sometimes I worry that our communication problems could grow
I’m unsure how emotionally close we’ll remain over time
I feel uneasy about whether we’ll always be able to rely on each other
I think we’ll stay together but may drift if we don’t rebalance things

8. How often do you and your partner laugh together?


Not as often lately; conversations feel more serious
Occasionally, but it feels different from how it used to
Laughter happens, but I sometimes feel guarded even in light moments
We laugh more when we’re spending relaxed time apart first

9. How do you and your partner support each other’s goals?


We don’t always communicate clearly about them
We’re supportive, but sometimes we feel emotionally disconnected in the process
I trust them, but we rarely check in on our individual growth
We encourage independence but sometimes lose shared focus

10. How do you and your partner handle differences in opinion?


We argue or talk past each other
We sometimes avoid the topic to prevent tension
We try to compromise but still question how much we agree
We respect each other’s views and agree to disagree

11. When you and your partner have a disagreement, what usually happens?


We argue or shut down instead of resolving things calmly
We feel distant afterward and take time to reconnect emotionally
It sometimes creates doubt about how secure our relationship feels
One of us withdraws while the other pushes for closeness

12. When life gets stressful, how do you and your partner cope?


We miscommunicate and sometimes take it out on each other
We comfort each other but struggle to stay emotionally present
We lean on each other, but trust feels tested under pressure
We tend to focus on individual coping strategies before coming together

13. How often do you show appreciation for your partner’s efforts?


Not as often as I probably should
I try, but it sometimes feels like we’re just going through the motions
I express appreciation but worry it’s not always reciprocated
We balance appreciation with giving each other space and respect

14. How do you and your partner typically handle conflict?


We argue and sometimes say things we regret
We get quiet and emotionally shut down
One of us questions whether the relationship feels stable
We give each other space and revisit it later

15. What’s your biggest challenge as a couple right now?


We struggle to talk openly without it turning into conflict
We love each other but don’t feel as emotionally close lately
Building complete trust after past issues or miscommunication
Finding a balance between independence and connection

16. How do you usually express affection toward each other?


We sometimes forget to show it or assume it’s understood
Through physical touch or kind words when we feel connected
Through small gestures that show reliability and care
We balance affection with giving each other personal space

17. How do you feel when you and your partner spend time apart?


I worry that the distance might create misunderstanding
I miss them but don’t always express it openly
Sometimes I question what they’re doing or feeling
We each enjoy the space and come back refreshed

18. How confident are you that your partner is honest and transparent with you?


I’m not always sure; we avoid certain topics
I know they care, but I sometimes question their openness
I occasionally doubt their honesty or consistency
We trust each other but value personal privacy, too

19. How do you typically reconnect after a tough day or week?


We don’t always talk about it; we just move on
We spend time together but still feel emotionally disconnected
I sometimes hold back because I’m unsure how they’ll respond
We each unwind separately and catch up when it feels right

20. How often do you and your partner talk about your feelings or emotional needs?


Rarely; it feels uncomfortable or leads to arguments
Occasionally, but it often feels surface-level
Sometimes, but I worry about being fully honest
We tend to talk more about logistics than emotions
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