Multiple Intelligences Self-Assessment

(adapted for the Internet from Haley, 2001)
 



 
 
 
 

First, print out this page. Then, for every statement that applies to you, give yourself one point. At the end of each section, tally your points. Your areas of strength are those in which you have 4 or more points.
Verbal/Linguistic Intelligence
Books are very important to me. __
I hear words in my head before I read, speak or write them down. __
I am good at word games like Scrabble or Password. __
I enjoy entertaining others or myself with tongue twisters, rhymes or puns. __
English, social studies and history are easier for me than math and science. __
I have recently written something that I am especially proud of. __
T O T A L
__

Logical/Mathematical Intelligence
I can easily compute numbers in my head. __
Math and/or science are among my favorite subjects in school. __
I enjoy brainteasers or games that require logical thinking. __
My mind searches for patterns and regularities in things. __
I am interested in new developments in science. __
I believe that almost everything has a logical explanation. __
T O T A L
__

Visual/Spatial Intelligence
I often see clear visual images when I close my eyes. __
I am sensitive to color. __
I enjoy doing jigsaw puzzles. __
I like to draw or doodle. __
I can easily imagine how something might look from a bird's eye view. __
I prefer looking at reading material with lots of illustrations. __
T O T A L
__

Bodily/Kinesthetic Intelligence
I participate in at least one sport or physical activity on a regular basis. __
I like working with my hands on concrete activities. (carpentry, model building, sewing, weaving, etc.) __
I like to spend my free time outdoors. __
I enjoy amusement rides and other thrilling experiences. __
I would describe myself as well coordinated. __
I need to practice a new skill, not just read about it or see a video about it. __
T O T A L
__

Musical/Rhythmic Intelligence
I have a pleasant singing voice. __
I play a musical instrument. __
My life would not be so great without music. __
I can easily keep time to music with a simple percussion instrument. __
I know the tunes to many different songs and musical pieces. __
If I hear a musical selection a couple times, I can usually sing it fairly accurately. __
T O T A L
__

Interpersonal/Social Intelligence
I am the sort of person that others come to for advice. __
I prefer group sports (such as softball) rather than individual sports (like swimming). __
I like group games like Monopoly better than individual entertainment. __
I enjoy the challenge of teaching others how to do something. __
I consider myself a leader, and others have called me a leader. __
I like to get involved in social activities at my school, church or community. __
T O T A L
__

Intrapersonal/Introspective Intelligence
I regularly spend time alone, reflecting or thinking about important questions. __
I have opinions that set me apart from the crowd. __
I have a special hobby or interest that I like to do alone. __
I have some important goals for my life that I regularly think about. __
I consider myself to be independent minded or strong willed. __
I keep a personal diary or journal to write down my thoughts or feelings about life. __
T O T A L
__

Naturalist Intelligence
I have a garden and/or like to work outdoors. __
I really like to go backpacking and hiking. __
I enjoy having different animals around the house (in addition to a dog or a cat). __
I have a hobby that involves nature. __
I like to visit zoos, nature centers, aquariums, or places with displays about the natural world. __
It's easy for me to tell the difference between different kinds of plants and animals. __
T O T A L
__


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