How are you SMART?

The Multiple Intelligences

The world needs all types of intelligences for it to function. Despite the (unfortunately) common
perception that to be smart you must be strong at reading, writing, and arithmetic, there are
many different ways for a person to be considered smart. Here are some of these different ways:
1. Nature Smart: (Naturalistic Intelligence)
(Likes animals, cares for environment, enjoys nature, likes to grow things)
Possible Jobs/Careers: Zookeeper, Conservation Officer, Park Ranger, Gardener,
Game Warden, Biologist, Vet, Farmer
2. Music Smart: (Musical Intelligence)
(Likes to play instruments, enjoys music, recognizes patterns, repeats tones)
Possible Jobs/Careers: Band Teacher, Singer, Orchestra, Music Lesson Instructor, Fix
and Sell Instruments, Musical Therapist, Musician
3. Number Smart: (Logical Intelligence)
(Good at estimating and organizing, can recognize patterns, memorizes math facts easily)
Possible Jobs/Careers: Mathematician, Teacher, Programmer, Scientist, Accountant,
Banker, Engineer, Carpenter
4. Thinking Smart: (Existential Intelligence)
(Likes to ask questions, interested in philosophy, solves difficult problems, likes to learn)
Possible Jobs/Careers: Doctor, Scientist, Professor, Philosopher, Teacher,
Programmer, Psychiatrist/Psychologist, Pastor, Priest
5. People Smart: (Interpersonal Intelligence)
(Can work cooperatively, can make friends easily, is outgoing, leads others)
Possible Jobs/Careers: Guidance Counselor, Health Care, Government, Teachers
6. Physically Smart: (Kinesthetic Intelligence)
(Good coordination, can work with tools, likes to exercise, has endurance)
Possible Jobs/Careers: Professional Athlete, Physical Therapist, Coach, Trainer,
Mechanic, Carpenter, Welder, Farmer
7. Word Smart: (Verbal Intelligence)
(Understands words and meanings, likes to write, can explain ideas successfully)
Possible Jobs/Careers: Public Speaker, Translators, Government, Speech Pathologist,
Author, Song Writer, Magazine Editor, Teacher
8. Self Smart: (Intrapersonal Intelligence)
(Has a strong sense of values, can work independently, reflective, expresses feelings well)
Possible Jobs/Careers: Artist, Entrepreneur, Counselor, Real Estate Agent

9. Art Smart: (Visual Intelligence)

(Has active imagination, learns visually, forms mental images, strong sense of direction)
Possible Jobs/Careers: Artists, Filmmaker, Pilot, Bus Driver, Interior Designer, Map
Maker

Multiple Intelligences Survey

How are you SMART?
Part 1
Complete each section by placing a 1 next to each statement you feel best describes you. If you
do not feel the statement represents you, leave the space blank. Total the column in each section
when you are done.
Section 1
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I enjoy sorting things into groups
__x_ I like to take care of the environment
__x_ I enjoy hiking and camping
_x__ I think it is important to take care of our parks and forests
__x_ Animals are important in my life
__x_ I recycle cans, bottles, and paper
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I enjoy learning about animals, plants, and science
__x_ I like to be outdoors
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I like to take care of plants or garden
_x__ I like putting things in order
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Total for section 1

Section 2
_x__ I like movies with singing or dancing in them
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I can easily see patterns
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I focus in on noise and sounds
__x_ I can dance to the beat of music easily
__x_ I like playing instruments
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I remember things by putting them in a rhyme
__x_ I enjoy many kinds of music
_x__ Remembering song lyrics is easy for me
_x__ I like to sing or hum tunes
_x__ I like listening to music when I study
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Total for section 2

Section 3
_x__ I keep things neat and orderly
__x_ Step by step directions are a big help for me
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Solving problems comes easily to me
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I ask a lot of questions about how things work
__x_ I can complete calculations easily in my head
_x__ I enjoy working on a computer
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Puzzles and brain teasers requiring problem solving are fun

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Structure helps me be successful

I cant start work until I know all the things I need to do
I feel satisfied when things make sense

Total for section 3

Section 4
__x_ I enjoy discussing questions about life
_x__ It is important to me to know how I fit in/where I belong
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Religion, or some set of moral guidelines, is important to me
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I enjoy looking at art (paintings, photography, sculptures)
_x__ I like to participate in relaxation and meditation activities
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I like to know what other people think about the world
_x__ I like visiting beautiful sites in nature
_x__ Learning new things is easier when I understand why they are important
__x_ I wonder if there are other forms of intelligent life (eg. aliens) in the universe
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I like to study history and other cultures
6

Total for section 4

Section 5
_x__ I learn best through interacting with others
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The more people around the happier I am
_x__ I learn best with study groups or partners
__x_ I enjoy chatting with friends on the internet, phone, etc.
_x__ I have many friends
__x_ I like to watch television and listen to radio talk shows
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I am a leader amongst my friends
__x_ I like to help others
__x_ I like to join clubs and participate in extracurricular activities
_x__ Lots of people ask me to hang out with them
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Total for section 5

Section 6
__x_ I enjoy making things with my hands
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Sitting still for a long time is difficult for me
__x_ I enjoy outdoor games and sports
__x_ I pay attention to peoples body language and facial expressions
_x__ I believe it is important to exercise and stay healthy
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I like to take things apart, then put them back together
_x__ I like to be active
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I like working with tools
__x_ I learn by doing and touching
_x__ I like to dance/watch others dance
7

Total for section 6

Section 7

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I enjoy reading books, magazines, comics, etc.

I have a strong vocabulary
Taking notes helps me remember and understand
I like to write notes, emails, journal entries, stories, etc.
It is easy for me to explain my ideas to others
I keep a journal, or write for fun
I like word puzzles, crosswords, and word jumbles
I enjoy playing with words, puns, anagrams, or tongue twisters
I like listening to other people talk or read stories
I like to speak in front of a group

Total for section 7

Section 8
__x_ I learn best when I care about what I am studying
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Fairness is important to me
__x_ I have a strong understanding of right and wrong
__x_ My attitude affects how I learn
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I believe acceptance of differences among people is important in life
__x_ Working alone is productive for me
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I am independent and like to do my own thing
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I need to know why I should do something before I do it
_x__ When I believe in something, I will give 100% of my effort
_x__ I know myself well (my strengths, weaknesses, personality)
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Total for section 8

Section 9
_x__ I can imagine ideas in my mind
_x__ I like rearranging rooms
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I enjoy creating art using different types of media
_x__ I remember well when using graphic organizers (eg. webs, charts)
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I like to organize data in charts and graphs
_x__ Watching people perform is fun
__x_ I can recall things in mental pictures
__x_ I am good at reading maps
_x__ Music videos are stimulating
_x__ I am good at drawing, art, poster-making, etc.
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Part 2

Total for section 9

Now carry forward your total from each section, and create a bar graph by shading in the
appropriate number of blocks. See the front page for more information. Note: S = Section
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