Big 5 Personality Traits Quiz

Which personality trait emphasizes imagination and insight the most?

• Adaptable

• Focused on tackling new challenges

• Open to trying new things

• Ambitious

What does conscientiousness represent?

• Spends time preparing

• Likes to start conversations

• Dislikes structure and schedules

• Enjoys being the center of attention

What is extraversion characterized by?

• Enjoys meeting new people

• Feels exhausted when having to socialize a lot

• Prefers solitude

• Dislikes making small talk

What does agreeableness include?

• Has a great deal of interest in other people

• Takes little interest in others

• Emotionally stable

• Deals well with stress

What is neuroticism characterized by?

• Rarely feels sad or depressed

• Deals well with stress

• Experiences a lot of stress

• Doesn't worry much

Which of the following is a positive personality trait?

• Aggressive

• Humble

• Cold

• Moody

What did McCrae and his colleagues find about the universality of the Big 5 personality traits?

• They are not universal

• They are remarkably universal

• They are only applicable in certain cultures

• They have no biological origins

What do twin studies suggest about the development of the five personality traits?

• Only nature plays a role

• Only nurture plays a role

• Both nature and nurture play a role

• Neither nature nor nurture play a role