This is an actual socionics personality test taken from the book "Understanding The People Around You: An Introduction to Socionics" by author Ekaterina Filatova, a well known expert and contributor to the theory of Socionics.
This book can be purchased off of Amazon.
Understanding the People Around You: An Introduction to Socionics: Ekaterina Sergeevna Filatova: 9780967990767: Amazon.com: Books
First create a table with 4 lines and 12 columns, such as this:
Fill in the columns by answering the questions one-by-one.
Each question contains two options, a) and b) respectively. Depending on your choice, you will need to put one of the following figures in a respective cell: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9:
Usually a) - 1;
Rather a) than b) - 3;
I cannot make a choice - 5;
Rather b) than a) - 7;
Usually b) - 9.
The column XI serves to add up the totals for columns I-X in each of the lines, and the column XII to enter the interpretation of numerical results using the key below.
(I strongly recommend you go through and completely answer all the questions before you click the following spoiler. Knowing how to decipher the test ahead of time may bias your answers and thus influence the clarity of your result.)
Deciphering the Test
When you add up your scores in each of the 4 lines, you will get your line totals in the column XI, which may vary between 10 and 90. When your score is between 45 and 55, the respective criterion is not determined for sure; otherwise, when it exceeds 55 or is less than 45, your result is rather reliable.
Write in the column XII your results by each of the 4 dichotomies. Now you can find your psychological type using this table:
When you are between the two poles of any of the dichotomies, we advice you to compare your result with those of other tests concerning the same psychological trait.
I
1. If I need a little help,
a) I would easily approach people whom I do not know well (1,3),
b) I would rather sustain some discomfort than ask other people (7,9).
2. When doing something,
a) I find it difficult to switch to a different task, necessity to do so frustrates me (1,3),
b) I can easily multitask, such situations are normal for me (7,9).
3. If I receive unpleasant news,
a) It makes my sleep uneasy (1,3),
b) My sleep rarely depends on my daily troubles (7,9).
4. Uncertainty about my distant future
a) Does not concern me: unexpected things happen all the time and one cannot be prepared for everything (1,3),
b) Worries me: I can easily imagine a lot of problems that may happen one day (7,9).
II
1. When I do not like the situation,
a) I will tolerate it and will change it to my benefit (1,3),
b) I will try to adapt to it (7,9).
2. When I step over a small ditch or a puddle,
a) I make my first step with my right foot (1,3),
b) I make my first step with my left foot (7,9).
3. When somebody I know does not greet me,
a) It upsets me; I try to recollect whether I did something wrong to him or her (1,3),
b) I do not really care, he or she may have been simply distracted by something else (7,9).
4. When I see that a kitchen table is a mess,
a) It spoils my appetite, I will clean up before eating (1,3),
b) I will not waste time cleaning, even though I would prefer a clear table (7,9).
III
1. Being asked to describe a city in a few sentences, I would likely write the following:
a) "Tall buildings, broad avenues with lots of cars, amusement parks" (1,3),
b) "I dislike big, noisy cities crowded with traffic, in such cities I feel absolutely lost" (7,9).
2. My life is easier when,
a) I schedule my daily activities (1,3),
b) I do not plan in advance: something may happen that will change the situation and make all the plans useless (7,9).
3. I cant ell other people's moods
a) By slightest hints, such as expressive glances, silences, characteristic gestures, conspicuous politeness (1,3),
b) Rather badly, and may make mistakes in my guesses (7,9).
4. When I eat,
a) I like to savor each bite, I enjoy its taste and smell, and eat slowly (1,3),
b) I generally think of something else, and eat quickly (7,9).
IV
1. When I speak with strangers,
a) I easily step into the role of an amiable and sociable person (1,3),
b) I feel uneasy being open, I have trouble with small talk and giving compliments (7,9).
2. When I fail to complete my work for reasons independent of me,
a) I feel very frustrated even when the work was boring, since I like to finish what I start (1,3),
b) It does not bother me and I move on to a more interesting task (7,9).
3. My mood
a) Easily changes, I can switch from joy to sadness for trifles (1,3),
b) Is rather stable, it is not easy to push me out of balance (7,9).
4. I tidy up my apartment (workplace)
a) With a feeling of satisfaction and joy (1,3),
b) Only out of necessity, but I never enjoy this task (7,9).
V
1. I like to spend time,
a) A big and noisy parties (1,3),
b) In a small circle of close friends (7,9).
2. In my behavior
a) I have habits I am attached to and regularly repeat actions (1,3),
b) I avoid routine and often make the impression of being an unpredictable person (7,9).
3. I am most interested in
a) Subtleties of human relations and motives of other people's actions (1,3),
b) Machinery, technology, scientific research, theories and procedures (7,9).
4. Small details, such as a spot on my sleeve, a loose button, etc.
a) Irritate me; I cannot leave home before adjusting my dress (1,3),
b) Will often go unnoticed (7,9).
VI
1. I prefer to spend my vacations
a) Traveling to various cities, visiting museums, theaters, etc (1,3),
b) At a river or a lake, in silence (7,9).
2. I lack
a) The ability to relax; I often feel overstrained (1,3),
b) Concentration; I prefer to relax rather than to be stressed for a long time (7,9).
3. Recognizing the proper behavior in various social situations
a) Is easy for me (1,3),
b) Is difficult for me (7,9).
4. When I look at a piece of art work,
a) I first notice the details and then see the piece as a whole (1,3),
b) I appreciate the whole image and then begin to study details (7,9).
VII
1. A constant flow of new information through radio, TV, newspapers, magazines, etc.
a) Is something I really need (1,3),
b) Makes me tired and I periodically dream of spending quiet time in the countryside away from media outlets (7,9).
2. Which is more likely to keep me up at night?
a) Loud music in my neighbor's apartment (1,3),
b) Uncomfortable bed (7,9).
3. When troubles happen in my life,
a) I go to my friends, who can emotionally support me in hard times (1,3),
b) I retreat inside myself and deal with it on my own (7,9).
4. I would rather have
a) One bird in my hand (1,3)
b) Two birds in a bush (7,9).
VIII
1. When looking for something particular at a department store,
a) I would immediate ask for assistance (1,3)
b) I would do my best to find the item on my own before asking for help (7,9).
2. My movements are
a) Sharp and distinct rather than smooth and rounded (1,3),
b) Smooth and rounded rather than sharp and distinct (7,9).
3. When I hear about a tragedy in someone's life
a) I empathize with the person, even when I do not know them (1,3),
b) I consider the situation philosophically, as such things happen in life (7,9).
4. As for details of landscapes, faces of newly met people, elements of clothing, etc.
a) I easily recollect them (1,3),
b) I hardly if ever recollect them (7,9).
IX
1. After I start a new job,
a) In a month I know everybody including colleagues from my own office and people from neighboring departments (1,3).
b) Even a year later I only know those with whom I have direct contact (7,9).
2. I aim at
a) Planning my actions and allocating resources in advance (1,3),
b) Not binding myself to a certain scheme and acting without a per-scheduled plan (7,9).
3. When one of my close friends is in trouble and very upset about it, I will try
a) To express my sympathy, provide emotional support, even when it is obvious to me that my friend is at fault (1,3),
b) To help my friend by analyzing the mistakes which brought about the situation (7,9).
4. In other people's opinion, I am
a) A sober-minded realist (1,3),
b) a daydreamer (7,9).
X
1. In a company of strangers
a) I easily initiate a conversation and try to involve the others (1,3),
b) I wait for others to start the conversation (7,9).
2. The word that best describes my behavior is:
a) Systematic (1,3),
b) Spontaneous (7,9).
3. My level of emotion
a) Is rather high; sometimes I am so agitated that I cannot complete my work (1,3),
b) Is moderate and unlikely to interfere with my affairs (7,9).
4. When I buy something new,
a) I value it and handle it with care (1,3).
b) I may be careless with it, misplace it, or even forget I have it (7,9).
This book can be purchased off of Amazon.
Understanding the People Around You: An Introduction to Socionics: Ekaterina Sergeevna Filatova: 9780967990767: Amazon.com: Books
First create a table with 4 lines and 12 columns, such as this:
| I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X | XI | XII |
Fill in the columns by answering the questions one-by-one.
Each question contains two options, a) and b) respectively. Depending on your choice, you will need to put one of the following figures in a respective cell: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9:
Usually a) - 1;
Rather a) than b) - 3;
I cannot make a choice - 5;
Rather b) than a) - 7;
Usually b) - 9.
The column XI serves to add up the totals for columns I-X in each of the lines, and the column XII to enter the interpretation of numerical results using the key below.
(I strongly recommend you go through and completely answer all the questions before you click the following spoiler. Knowing how to decipher the test ahead of time may bias your answers and thus influence the clarity of your result.)
Deciphering the Test
When you add up your scores in each of the 4 lines, you will get your line totals in the column XI, which may vary between 10 and 90. When your score is between 45 and 55, the respective criterion is not determined for sure; otherwise, when it exceeds 55 or is less than 45, your result is rather reliable.
| Line 1: | 10-45 - Extraversion | 55-90 - Introversion |
| Line 2: | 10-45 - Rationality | 55-90 - Irrationality |
| Line 3: | 10-45 - Ethics | 55-90 - Logic |
| Line 4: | 10-45 - Sensation | 55-90 - Intuition |
Write in the column XII your results by each of the 4 dichotomies. Now you can find your psychological type using this table:
When you are between the two poles of any of the dichotomies, we advice you to compare your result with those of other tests concerning the same psychological trait.
I
1. If I need a little help,
a) I would easily approach people whom I do not know well (1,3),
b) I would rather sustain some discomfort than ask other people (7,9).
2. When doing something,
a) I find it difficult to switch to a different task, necessity to do so frustrates me (1,3),
b) I can easily multitask, such situations are normal for me (7,9).
3. If I receive unpleasant news,
a) It makes my sleep uneasy (1,3),
b) My sleep rarely depends on my daily troubles (7,9).
4. Uncertainty about my distant future
a) Does not concern me: unexpected things happen all the time and one cannot be prepared for everything (1,3),
b) Worries me: I can easily imagine a lot of problems that may happen one day (7,9).
II
1. When I do not like the situation,
a) I will tolerate it and will change it to my benefit (1,3),
b) I will try to adapt to it (7,9).
2. When I step over a small ditch or a puddle,
a) I make my first step with my right foot (1,3),
b) I make my first step with my left foot (7,9).
3. When somebody I know does not greet me,
a) It upsets me; I try to recollect whether I did something wrong to him or her (1,3),
b) I do not really care, he or she may have been simply distracted by something else (7,9).
4. When I see that a kitchen table is a mess,
a) It spoils my appetite, I will clean up before eating (1,3),
b) I will not waste time cleaning, even though I would prefer a clear table (7,9).
III
1. Being asked to describe a city in a few sentences, I would likely write the following:
a) "Tall buildings, broad avenues with lots of cars, amusement parks" (1,3),
b) "I dislike big, noisy cities crowded with traffic, in such cities I feel absolutely lost" (7,9).
2. My life is easier when,
a) I schedule my daily activities (1,3),
b) I do not plan in advance: something may happen that will change the situation and make all the plans useless (7,9).
3. I cant ell other people's moods
a) By slightest hints, such as expressive glances, silences, characteristic gestures, conspicuous politeness (1,3),
b) Rather badly, and may make mistakes in my guesses (7,9).
4. When I eat,
a) I like to savor each bite, I enjoy its taste and smell, and eat slowly (1,3),
b) I generally think of something else, and eat quickly (7,9).
IV
1. When I speak with strangers,
a) I easily step into the role of an amiable and sociable person (1,3),
b) I feel uneasy being open, I have trouble with small talk and giving compliments (7,9).
2. When I fail to complete my work for reasons independent of me,
a) I feel very frustrated even when the work was boring, since I like to finish what I start (1,3),
b) It does not bother me and I move on to a more interesting task (7,9).
3. My mood
a) Easily changes, I can switch from joy to sadness for trifles (1,3),
b) Is rather stable, it is not easy to push me out of balance (7,9).
4. I tidy up my apartment (workplace)
a) With a feeling of satisfaction and joy (1,3),
b) Only out of necessity, but I never enjoy this task (7,9).
V
1. I like to spend time,
a) A big and noisy parties (1,3),
b) In a small circle of close friends (7,9).
2. In my behavior
a) I have habits I am attached to and regularly repeat actions (1,3),
b) I avoid routine and often make the impression of being an unpredictable person (7,9).
3. I am most interested in
a) Subtleties of human relations and motives of other people's actions (1,3),
b) Machinery, technology, scientific research, theories and procedures (7,9).
4. Small details, such as a spot on my sleeve, a loose button, etc.
a) Irritate me; I cannot leave home before adjusting my dress (1,3),
b) Will often go unnoticed (7,9).
VI
1. I prefer to spend my vacations
a) Traveling to various cities, visiting museums, theaters, etc (1,3),
b) At a river or a lake, in silence (7,9).
2. I lack
a) The ability to relax; I often feel overstrained (1,3),
b) Concentration; I prefer to relax rather than to be stressed for a long time (7,9).
3. Recognizing the proper behavior in various social situations
a) Is easy for me (1,3),
b) Is difficult for me (7,9).
4. When I look at a piece of art work,
a) I first notice the details and then see the piece as a whole (1,3),
b) I appreciate the whole image and then begin to study details (7,9).
VII
1. A constant flow of new information through radio, TV, newspapers, magazines, etc.
a) Is something I really need (1,3),
b) Makes me tired and I periodically dream of spending quiet time in the countryside away from media outlets (7,9).
2. Which is more likely to keep me up at night?
a) Loud music in my neighbor's apartment (1,3),
b) Uncomfortable bed (7,9).
3. When troubles happen in my life,
a) I go to my friends, who can emotionally support me in hard times (1,3),
b) I retreat inside myself and deal with it on my own (7,9).
4. I would rather have
a) One bird in my hand (1,3)
b) Two birds in a bush (7,9).
VIII
1. When looking for something particular at a department store,
a) I would immediate ask for assistance (1,3)
b) I would do my best to find the item on my own before asking for help (7,9).
2. My movements are
a) Sharp and distinct rather than smooth and rounded (1,3),
b) Smooth and rounded rather than sharp and distinct (7,9).
3. When I hear about a tragedy in someone's life
a) I empathize with the person, even when I do not know them (1,3),
b) I consider the situation philosophically, as such things happen in life (7,9).
4. As for details of landscapes, faces of newly met people, elements of clothing, etc.
a) I easily recollect them (1,3),
b) I hardly if ever recollect them (7,9).
IX
1. After I start a new job,
a) In a month I know everybody including colleagues from my own office and people from neighboring departments (1,3).
b) Even a year later I only know those with whom I have direct contact (7,9).
2. I aim at
a) Planning my actions and allocating resources in advance (1,3),
b) Not binding myself to a certain scheme and acting without a per-scheduled plan (7,9).
3. When one of my close friends is in trouble and very upset about it, I will try
a) To express my sympathy, provide emotional support, even when it is obvious to me that my friend is at fault (1,3),
b) To help my friend by analyzing the mistakes which brought about the situation (7,9).
4. In other people's opinion, I am
a) A sober-minded realist (1,3),
b) a daydreamer (7,9).
X
1. In a company of strangers
a) I easily initiate a conversation and try to involve the others (1,3),
b) I wait for others to start the conversation (7,9).
2. The word that best describes my behavior is:
a) Systematic (1,3),
b) Spontaneous (7,9).
3. My level of emotion
a) Is rather high; sometimes I am so agitated that I cannot complete my work (1,3),
b) Is moderate and unlikely to interfere with my affairs (7,9).
4. When I buy something new,
a) I value it and handle it with care (1,3).
b) I may be careless with it, misplace it, or even forget I have it (7,9).
