Who Is The Dominant One In A Relationship Quiz

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20 Questions | Total Attempts: 1820 | Updated: Aug 06, 2024
Who Is the Dominant One in a Relationship Quiz

Are you curious about who holds the power in your relationship?

Do you wonder if you're the dominant one or if your partner is the one in control?

Take our "Who is the dominant one in a relationship?" quiz to find out! With questions ranging from decision-making to conflict resolution, this quiz will help you gain insight into your relationship dynamics.

Whether you're single or in a relationship, this quiz is perfect for anyone looking to understand their role in romantic partnerships better.

So, what are you waiting for? Take the quiz now and discover who holds the power in your relationship!

Questions Excerpt

1. How do you handle conflicts in your relationships?

A. We communicate openly and try to find a solution together

B. I usually try to avoid conflicts

C. I tend to get defensive and argumentative

2. How often do you express gratitude or appreciation to your partner?

A. Rarely, I assume they know I appreciate them

B. Frequently, I make it a point to express my appreciation

C. Occasionally, but only when I think it is necessary

3. How do you feel about compromising in your relationship?

A. I often let my partner have their way

B. I believe in finding a middle ground where both are happy

C. I usually push for my way to be the one we go with

4. How do you handle your partner making mistakes or errors?

A. I usually let it go and move on

B. We talk about it and find a way to prevent it in the future

C. I often get upset and point out their mistakes

5. How often do you check in with your partner about their feelings or needs?

A. Rarely, they usually come to me if needed

B. Often, we both check in with each other

C. I expect them to be fine unless they tell me otherwise

6. How do you feel about your partner making major financial decisions?

A. I am comfortable letting them handle it

B. We usually discuss and decide together

C. I prefer to make all major financial decisions myself

7. How do you feel about sharing responsibilities in your relationship?

A. I think it's important to share responsibilities equally

B. I don't mind taking on more responsibilities if my partner needs help

C. I prefer to take on most of the responsibilities myself

8. Have you ever felt like your partner was trying to control you?

A. No, my partner respects my autonomy

B. Sometimes, but we talk about it and find a solution

C. Yes, and it caused problems in our relationship

9. How do you feel about your partner having different opinions or ideas than you?

A. I respect their opinions and try to understand their perspective

B. It can be frustrating, but I try to compromise

C. I expect them to agree with me and get upset when they don't

10. Do you feel like you have to be in control of every aspect of your relationship?

A. No, I trust my partner to make decisions, too

B. Sometimes, but I'm working on it

C. Yes, I need to be in control

11. Who usually makes decisions about where to go, what to eat, what to watch on TV, etc.?

A. Usually, my partner

B. Usually me

C. Always me

12. What do you feel is your role in your relationships?

A. Subordinate mostly

B. Dominant, but in a healthy way

C. Dominant in a sometimes healthy way, but also sometimes in an unhealthy way

13. Has your dominance ever ended any of your relationships because of how you treated your partner?

A. No, I am not very dominant

B. No, I don’t believe so

C. Yes, it has when I took it too far a few times

14. Have you ever said things you didn’t mean or called your partner names that were hurtful because of feeling like you didn’t have control over something?

A. No, never

B. I don’t think so

C. Yes, I have

15. Is it always evident in your relationships who is in charge, or is it hard to tell?

A. It is pretty clear I am not in charge

B. It is pretty clear I am usually in charge

C. I am always in charge for sure

16. Have you ever gotten physical with your partner over something they did wrong?

A. No, absolutely not

B. No, but we have had some heated arguments for sure

C. Yes, I have, but only a few times

17. If your partner doesn’t do what you want them to do, how do you usually react?

A. I don’t mind. They make up for it in other areas

B. Sometimes, we argue

C. I usually get pretty mad, and it starts a big fight

18. Do you mind sitting back and letting your partner take control of things so you can focus on whatever else is going on in your life?

A. No, not at all

B. Most of the time, I don’t, but sometimes I have to step in any way

C. Yes, I would not like that

19. Who usually does the household chores or designates the chores?

A. Usually, my partner

B. Usually me, but sometimes we both do

C. Always me

20. Who usually makes all the big decisions or plans out important events?

A. Usually, my partner

B. Usually me, but sometimes we both do

C. Always me


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