Finding your real talent

A)

Score each statement in the columns below by giving yourself the appropriate number:

1

Very Little Like Me

2

A Little Like Me

3

Like Me

4

A Lot Like Me

B)

Print this out and complete it, or go to the link below to complete it online.

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I feel the best way to remember something is to picture it in my head

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I follow oral directions better than written ones

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I often would rather listen to a lecture than read the material in a textbook

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I am constantly fidgeting (e.g. tapping pen, playing with keys in my pocket)

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I frequently require explanations of diagrams, graphs, or maps

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I work skillfully with my hands to make or repair things

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I often prefer to listen to the radio than read a newspaper

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I typically prefer information to be presented visually, (e.g. flipcharts or chalkboard)

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I usually prefer to stand while working

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I typically follow written instructions better than oral ones

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I am skillful at designing graphs, charts, and other visual displays

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I generally talk at a fast pace and use my hands more than the average person to communicate what I want to say

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I frequently sing, hum or whistle to myself

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I am excellent at finding my way around even in unfamiliar surroundings

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I am good at putting jigsaw puzzles together

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I am always on the move

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I excel at visual arts

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I excel at sports

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I'm an avid collector

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I tend to take notes during verbal discussions/lectures to review later

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I am verbally articulate and enjoy participating in discusions or classroom debates

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I easily understand and follow directions on maps

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I remember best by writing things down several times or drawing pictures and diagrams

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I need to watch a speaker's facial expressions and body language to fully understand what they mean

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I frequently use musical jingles to learn things

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I often talk to myself when alone

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I would rather listen to music than view a piece of art work

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I need to actively participate in an activity to learn how to do it

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I frequently tell jokes, stories and make verbal analogies to demonstrate a point

30.

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I frequently touch others as a show of friendship and camaraderie (e.g. hugging)