Could You Last in an Open Relationship?

By: Brian Whitney

5 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

In most relationships, if one of the people involved comes out and says that they want to have an open relationship, it would be the kiss of death. But every relationship is different, and nothing really is wrong when it comes to what a couple wants, as long as the people involved are honest with each other.

An open relationship is a lot different than cheating. If you were to cheat, then you would be getting in bed with someone behind your significant other's back and lying to them about it, while if you are in an open relationship, you would be doing it while telling them all about it. In fact who knows, maybe they would be there with you while you were doing it!

Now before you go and ask your partner if they would be cool if you wanted to have an open relationship, there are a few things you have to think about. For one thing, they would be sleeping with other people too, and for another thing, they might dump you immediately when you bring it up, because to a lot of people the whole thing is just plain weird. Are you one of those people, or are you ready to be in an open relationship? Take this quiz to find out.

How jealous are you?

I am out of control jealous.

I can get jealous at times.
I don't get jealous often.

Not at all jealous.

Does the thought of your significant other being with someone else freak you out?

So much that it hurts.

Of course it does.
Not really.

Nope, not even a little bit.

Do you go through your partner's phone sometimes?

I hate to admit it but I do.

I used to, but I stopped.
No, but I think about it.

No, that is so uncool.

Do you flirt a lot?

Not at all, I only have eyes for my partner.

Not often, but sometimes.
I guess so. Doesn't everyone?

Yes, constantly.

Do you check people out a lot?

Not ever. That is tacky.

Not often, but sometimes I can't help it.
Sure. Who doesn't?

Constantly.

Have you ever thought about a threesome?

No!

I've thought about it, but would never do it for real.
Of course.

Yes, and I have done one before.

Have you ever thought about bringing up a threesome to your significant other?

No, I would never!

No, that would be dumb.
I've thought about it.

Yup, and I have.

How often have you cheated in your life?

Never.

Once.
A few times.

Tons of times.

Do you often get bored with the same old thing?

No, I like to keep things simple.

Not often, I usually am satisfied.
Sometimes I get bored.

Yes, all the time.

Do you always follow cultural norms?

Pretty much. I always follow rules.

Usually, I don't like to break rules.
Sometimes I like to mix things up.

I hardly ever do.

Would rather be single than cheat?

Of course. Cheating is wrong.

Probably, but being single stinks.
Probably not.

Nope. I want to have my cake and eat it too.

How many long term relationships have you been in?

0-1

2-3
4-5

More than 5.

How satisfied are you in the bedroom?

Things are great!

Things are okay.
Not very.

I am bored stiff.

Have you ever had a friend with benefits?

Nope.

No, but it sounds fun.
Yes.

Yes, I have one now.

If you loved someone but things were bad in bed, what would you do?

Stay with them, that isn't a big deal.

Stay with them but be kind of bummed about it.
Break up with them.

Cheat on them.

Do you feel trapped in your relationship sometimes?

Never.

Not often.
Sometimes.

All the time.

How important is a good sex life in a relationship?

Not at all, friendship is what counts.

Not very. Other things matter more.
Pretty important. Without good sex the relationship is doomed.

It is the most important thing of all.

Does it make you feel bad when you break the law?

I never do, so I don't know.

Of course. I am not psycho.
Somewhat, it depends what i did.

Nope. I am a true rebel.

Have you ever placed a personal ad?

No.

No, but I have thought of it.
A long time ago.

Yes, many times.

How many one night stands have you had?

None.

1-2
3-4

5 or more.

Do you often feel awkward after you hook up with someone?

Always, I just want to hide.

Sometimes, it depends on who it was with.
Not usually.

Not ever. I live for that.

Are you good at communicating?

Not really. I am shy.

Kind of, but I hate talking about important things.
I am pretty good.

Sure I am, I can talk to anyone.

Have you ever loved more than one person at once?

No, that isn't possible.

I don't think so.
I think so.

For sure.

Do you believe in soulmates?

Yes!

I think I do.
Not really. I have loved lots of people.

No way, that is bunk.

Do you care what others think of you?

I have to admit I do.

Somewhat. Who doesn't?
Not really. I try and be myself.

Not at all. I do what I want.

Have you ever hooked up with two different people on the same day?

Gross!

No, I haven't.
I have once.

Yeah, that isn't that odd.

Do you like thinking of watching your partner kiss someone?

I just threw up in my mouth a little.

No!
I don't think so.

Maybe a little.

Are you secure in the fact your partner loves you?

I wish.

Not really.
I am pretty secure.

I am totally secure.

Are you ready to take on someone else's problems other than your significant other?

No way.

That sounds hard.
Maybe. I think I could do it.

I could handle it.

Are some things best left to the imagination?

For sure.

Probably.
Hmm, I am not sure.

No, I want to live it all.

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