How Mature Are Your Expectations In A Relationship Quiz

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10 Questions | Updated: Jul 17, 2025
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How Mature Are Your Expectations in a Relationship Quiz

We all enter relationships carrying a mix of dreams, fears, and expectations; some inspired by past experiences, others shaped by movies, family, or society. But when expectations are unrealistic or emotionally reactive, they can silently undermine even the strongest connection.

The ‘How Mature Are Your Expectations in a Relationship Quiz’ is designed to help you reflect on how realistic, flexible, and emotionally mature your expectations are in romantic relationships. Are you grounded in empathy and open communication, or are you unknowingly setting the bar at impossible heights?

Answer the following questions truthfully to discover whether your expectations foster intimacy and growth, or conflict and confusion.

Questions Excerpt

1. When you and your partner disagree, how do you usually react?

A. I feel personally attacked and shut down

B. I try to understand their point but still want to be right

C. I focus on resolving the issue and seeing their side

2. How important is it for your partner to meet all your emotional needs?

A. Very important—they should complete me

B. Somewhat important—I hope they meet most of them

C. I know one person can't meet all my emotional needs

3. If your partner doesn’t respond to a text right away, what do you assume?

A. They’re ignoring me or losing interest

B. They’re probably busy but it still bugs me

C. I assume they’ll get back to me when they can

4. What do you believe about conflict in relationships?

A. If we fight, it means the relationship is broken

B. Occasional fights are okay, but they stress me out

C. Disagreements are normal and can lead to growth

5. Do you expect your partner to always know what you need without being told?

A. Yes—if they love me, they’ll just know

B. Sometimes—I drop hints

C. No—I believe in clear communication

6. How do you view compromise in a relationship?

A. It feels like giving up who I am

B. I do it reluctantly

C. It’s necessary and healthy when mutual

7. When things aren’t perfect in your relationship, what do you think?

A. Maybe we’re not meant to be

B. I worry something’s wrong

C. I accept ups and downs as normal

8. How much responsibility do you take for your part in relationship challenges?

A. I tend to blame the other person

B. I sometimes acknowledge my role

C. I actively reflect on and own my actions

9. What are your thoughts on your partner having close friendships outside the relationship?

A. I feel threatened or jealous

B. I get nervous but try to be okay with it

C. I support it and value their independence

10. How do you react when your partner needs space or alone time?

A. I feel rejected and take it personally

B. I allow it, but it still stings a bit

C. I understand and use the time to recharge myself too


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