A couple who marries for the sake of passion after a whirlwind courtship with little intimacy demonstrates which type?

• A. Liking
• B. Romantic Love
• C. Fatuous Love
• D. Consummate Love

Answer: (C)

When examining love types through the three components—intimacy, passion, and commitment—this scenario shows a quick, intense bond that leads to marriage without time to develop deep closeness or shared life experience. That pattern fits fatuous love, which combines strong passion with a firm commitment but lacks substantial intimacy. The whirlwind courtship brings on the excitement and a decision to marry, but there hasn’t been enough time to cultivate genuine closeness and understanding of each other.

Liking would require high intimacy without much passion or commitment. Romantic love involves both intimacy and passion but not necessarily commitment. Consummate love would include all three components—intimacy, passion, and commitment—which isn’t indicated here.