Multiple Intelligences Survey Complete each section by checking next to each statement you feel accurately describes you. If you do not identify with a statement, leave the space provided blank. Then total the column in each section. Section 1 I enjoy categorizing things by common traits Ecological issues are important to me Hiking and camping are enjoyable activities I enjoy working on a garden I believe preserving our National Parks is important Putting things in hierarchies makes sense to me Animals are important in my life My home has a recycling system in place I enjoy studying biology, botany and/or zoology I spend a great deal of time outdoors Section 2 I easily pick up on patterns I focus in on noise and sounds Moving to a beat is easy for me I've always been interested in playing an instrument The cadence of poetry intrigues me I remember things by putting them in a rhyme Concentration is difficult while listening to a radio or television I enjoy many kinds of music Musicals are more interesting than dramatic plays Remembering song lyrics is easy for me Section 3 I keep my things neat and orderly Step-by-step directions are a big help Solving problems comes easily to me I get easily frustrated with disorganized people I can complete calculations quickly in my head Puzzles requiring reasoning are fun I can't begin an assignment until all my questions are answered Structure helps me be successful I find working on a computer spreadsheet or database rewarding Things have to make sense to me or I am dissatisfied Section 4 It is important to see my role in the "big picture" of things I enjoy discussing questions about life Religion is important to me I enjoy viewing art masterpieces Relaxation and meditation exercises are rewarding I like visiting breathtaking sites in nature I enjoy reading ancient and modern philosophers Learning new things is easier when I understand their value I wonder if there are other forms of intelligent life in the universe Studying history and ancient culture helps give me perspective Section 5 I learn best interacting with others The more the merrier Study groups are very productive for me I enjoy chat rooms Participating in politics is important Television and radio talk shows are enjoyable I am a "team player" I dislike working alone Clubs and extracurricular activities are fun I pay attention to social issues and causes Section 6 I enjoy making things with my hands Sitting still for long periods of time is difficult for me I enjoy outdoor games and sports I value non-verbal communication such as sign language A fit body is important for a fit mind Arts and crafts are enjoyable pastimes Expression through dance is beautiful I like working with tools I live an active lifestyle I learn by doing Section 7 I enjoy reading all kinds of materials Taking notes helps me remember and understand I faithfully contact friends through letters and/or e-mail It is easy for me to explain my ideas to others I keep a journal Word puzzles like crosswords and jumbles are fun I write for pleasure I enjoy playing with words like puns, anagrams and spoonerisms Foreign languages interest me Debates and public speaking are activities I like to participate in Section 8 I am keenly aware of my moral beliefs I learn best when I have an emotional attachment to the subject Fairness is important to me My attitude effects how I learn Social justice issues concern me Working alone can be just as productive as working in a group I need to know why I should do something before I agree to do it When I believe in something I will give 100% effort to it I like to be involved in causes that help others I am willing to protest or sign a petition to right a wrong Section 9 I can imagine ideas in my mind Rearranging a room is fun for me I enjoy creating art using varied media I remember well using graphic organizers Performance art can be very gratifying Spreadsheets are great for making charts, graphs and tables Three-dimensional puzzles bring me much enjoyment Music videos are very stimulating I can recall things in mental pictures I am good at reading maps and blueprints