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Multiple Intelligence theory suggests that there are several 12. My conversations frequently
different ways of learning about things, hence there are include things I’ve read or
multiple “intelligences,” of which five are interpersonal heard about. _______ _______
(learn via interactions with others), intrapersonal (own inner 13. When among strangers I
states), logical/mathematical (rationality and logic), verbal/ easily find someone to talk to. _______ _______
linguistic (words and language), and musical (sounds, tonal
14. I spend time alone meditat-
patterns, and rhythms). Most people prefer one or two of
ing, reflecting, or thinking. _______ _______
the intelligences as a way of learning, yet each person has
15. After hearing a tune once
the potential to develop skills in each of the intelligences.
or twice I am able to sing it
The items below will help you identify the forms of intel- back with some accuracy. _______ _______
ligence that you tend to use or enjoy most, as well as
the forms which you utilize less. Please check each item
Scoring and Interpretation
below as Mostly False or Mostly True for you.
Count the number of items checked Mostly True that rep-
Mostly Mostly resent each of the four intelligences as indicated below.
False True
1. I like to work with and solve Questions 1, 6, 11, Logical-mathematical intelligence
complex problems. _______ _______ # Mostly True ______.
2. I recently wrote something Questions 2, 7, 12, Verbal-linguistic intelligence.
that I am especially proud of. _______ _______ # Mostly True ______.
Questions 3, 8, 13, Interpersonal intelligence.
3. I have three or more close
# Mostly True ______.
friends. _______ _______
Questions 4, 9, 14, Intrapersonal intelligence.
4. I like to learn about myself
# Mostly True ______.
through personality tests. _______ _______
Questions 5, 10, 15, Musical intelligence.
5. I frequently listen to music
# Mostly True ______.
on the radio or iPod-type
player. _______ _______ Educational institutions tend to stress the logical-
6. Math and science were mathematical and verbal-linguistic forms of learning.
among my favorite subjects. _______ _______ How do your intelligences align with the changes taking
7. Language and social stud- place in the world? Would you rather rely on using one
ies were among my favorite intelligence in-depth or develop multiple intelligences?
subjects. _______ _______ Any intelligence above for which you received a score of
three is a major source of learning for you, and a score of
8. I am frequently involved in
zero means you may not use it at all. How do your intel-
social activities. _______ _______
ligences fit your career plans and your aspirations for the
9. I have or would like to attend
type of leader you want to be?
personal growth seminars. _______ _______
10. I notice if a melody is out of Source: Based on Kirsi Tirri, Petri Nokelainen, and Martin Ubani,
tune or off-key. _______ _______ “Conceptual Definition and Empirical Validation of the Spiritual
Sensitivity Scale,” Journal of Empirical Theology 19 (2006),
y
11. I am good at problem solving pp. 37–62; and David Lazear, Seven Ways of Knowing: Teaching for
Multiple Intelligences (Palentine, IL: IRI/Skylight Publishing, 1991).
that requires logical thinking. _______ _______

ages, ethnic backgrounds, and work experience. People had different styles, yet
the organization seemed to work better. People played different roles, and the
diverse experiences of the group enabled the fi rm to respond to unique situations
and handle a variety of organizational and personal needs. The advertising fi rm
is growing again, and this time it is also making a profi t.

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