Do you have a Lousy Spouse?

Marriage can be tough, but being strapped to a Lousy Spouse can make it horrible. Even though your partner may be smart and funny, it doesn't make up for being a bully or disrespectful.

Are you just going through a rough patch, or are is your spouse really lousy? Are you being hyper-critical or burying your head in the sand? Take this quiz and see if your spouse qualifies as a Lousy Spouse.

1. What is your age?
Under 18 Years Old
18 to 24 Years Old
25 to 30 Years Old
31 to 40 Years Old
41 to 50 Years Old
51 to 60 Years Old
Over 60 Years Old
2. What is your gender?
Male
Female
3. How truthful is your spouse?
Honest to a fault.
I've caught a few lies here and there, but nothing earth shattering.
I know I'm lied to, but it's always little stuff.
My spouse lies and hides things from me regularly.
My spouse lies like a snake.
4. Do you know that your spouse is cheating on you, or has in the past?
Absolutely not.
Can't be sure, but I suspect it.
Yes, and I have evidence.
My spouse has admitted it to me.
5. Does your spouse steal or 'borrow' with no intention of return?
My spouse is too proud and honest to do that.
My spouse sometimes takes things without asking, but admits it when confronted.
My spouse is quick to ask and slow to remember loans.
My spouse has no problem taking advantage of me and others.
My spouse uses his expense account from work to support his adulterous affairs.
My spouse is a professional thief.
6. Does your spouse neglect important responsibilities?
No, my spouse is very responsible.
My spouse occasionally screws up, but isn't really neglectful.
Absolutely, it's always someone else's problem.
7. Is your spouse a bully?
Never. My spouse is a defender of underdogs.
My spouse tries to intimidate, but I wouldn't call the spouse a bully.
In some situtations, but not regularly.
My spouse knows no other way to get his/her way.
8. Is your spouse a controlling person?
My spouse trusts and respects me and our family.
Sometimes, about some issues, but I can deal with it.
My spouse sometimes tries to keep me away from friends and family.
My spouse wants to dictate every aspect of my life.
9. Would you say that your spouse is selfish in affection or material things?
No, Spouse is very giving and generous with time and/or money.
My spouse can be generous, but it's not a prevelant characteristic.
My spouse does not play or live well with others.
10. What kind of parent is your spouse?
Great. Always there, loving, and kind to the kids.
My spouse is a loving parent, but not very involved.
My spouse is not at all involved and never knows what's going on outside of the house.
I don't know since my spouse is never around.
We aren't parents, but if we were, my spouse would be a good parent.
We aren't parents, thank goodness. My spouse would be a lousy parent.
11. How is your spouse's sense of humor?
My spouse is witty and quick, and we love to laugh.
My spouse has an odd/ obnoxious sense of humor and often embarasses me.
My spouse enjoys humor, but really doesn't try to make anyone laugh.
Not much of a sense of humor, but this isn't a problem for me.
My spouse is a sourpuss and I can't remember the last time we laughed together.
12. Is your spouse a narcissist?
Yes, my spouse loves nothing more than his/herself.
My spouse denies their mistakes, but ocassionally accepts responsibility
My spouse usually makes excuses and blames others for mistakes.
My spouse deals directly with problems and shares responsibility.
13. How does the spouse treat your mother-in-law?
Like a queen - she can do no wrong.
OK, their relationship seems fine but they aren't around around each other much.
My spouse keeps her in line and defends me when necessary.
My spouse is neglectful and disrespectful to her.
Doesn't apply/ I don't know.
14. Is your spouse handy or talented?
Yes and I'm proud of my spouse.
Yes, but too lazy or scattered to finish anything that gets started.
My spouse makes the effort, but it's really a waste of time and sometimes embarassing.
I wouldn't know - there's never been any effort shown.
15. Is your spouse spiritual or pious?
Yes, and it is a good thing.
Observes religious customs but doesn't really care.
My spouse goes through the motions for appearance.
My spouse is into flaky spiritualism that I don't get.
Yes, pious but TOO pious! It can be overkill.
Not at all.
16. Would you call your spouse reliable?
Very much so. I can count on Spouse to be on time, and honor commitments.
Most of the time, with an occasional screwup, but nobody is perfect.
Not so much. I really don't know what to expect but sometimes comes through.
Rarely. My spouse expects banners to wave and horns to blow when they follow through.
Completely unreliable.
17. Is your spouse jealous or insecure?
No, a very secure and confident person. Spouse would never be jealous.
It can depend on circumstances, but they seem reasonable to me.
Not jealous, but I think it is because he/she doesn’t care WHAT I do!
Yes, spouse keeps me on a short leash.
Very much so, to the point that it makes me want to test the boundaries.
18. Did your spouse leave you?
Yes, but we discussed it first.
Yes, but is still involved with the kids and supportive.
Yes, and I was completely shocked.
No, but I wish...
No, and I trust that if we split that it will be a mutual decision.
19. Does your spouse have it "together?"
Yes, a highly organized and responsible person.
My spouse tries, but sometimes important things slip through the cracks.
No, things are pretty haphazard.
My spouse is the embodiment of chaos.
20. Does your spouse overdo drugs, alcohol or gambling?
No, not ever.
Not any more, that I know of.
My spouse and I enjoy indulging together.
I think my spouse is partying a little more than is discussed.
My spouse is out of control.
21. Is your spouse caring and nurturing?
My spouse is a cold fish and never shows any affection.
My spouse only shows affection on special ocassions or when it's expected.
My spouse is attentive in public but never compliments me or makes me feel desirable.
My spouse goes out of the way to do special things for me to make me happy or more comfortable.
My spouse is smothering me.
22. How does your spouse deal with disagreements or conflicts?
My spouse will walk a mile out of the way to avoid any conflict.
Usually shouting, crying or cursing until my spouse is satisfied or gives up.
My spouse is passive aggressive, so will not address the situation, but will be subtle about getting their way.
My spouse will discuss both sides of an issue and deliberate for a long time to a resolution.
My spouse always expects to get his/her way and does not always recognize conflict.
My spouse is generally reasonable and will compromise when necessary.
23. Does your spouse express pride or satisfaction with you and your relationship?
My spouse is very appreciative and respectful.
My spouse doesn't get me but knows I'm trying.
My spouse takes me for granted.
My spouse is very proud and often brags about my accomplishments.
My spouse often complains about me to his friends or family.
24. How well does your spouse handle money/ finances?
My spouse is a penny pincher that would spend an hour to steam a stamp off an envelope.
My spouse is careful and sticks to sales, but enjoys an occasional splurge.
My spouse does not pay attention to prices when shopping and often spends too much.
My spouse is impulsive and irresponsible with money.
I've learned that my spouse has secret credit card accounts, and has opened some in my name.

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