How do you respond to authority figures in your life? Do you generally question authority or are you pretty submissive?
I always question authority. If I respect someone, see them as highly capable and intelligent, and see them setting an example and a standard... I will rarely question them, and only then if they are asking me to do something against my values. If, however, the authority figure has not proven their worth as an authority figure, is hypocritical/sets a double standard for themselves vs. others, cannot come to logical conclusions, cannot solve problems on their own, etc... I can't respect them, and I will always question their authority and push limits.
How do you respond to someone talking down to you?
I get very offended! This may be one of the rare occasions when I will speak up for myself directly. I recall a time when I had been with a company for over a year, working with the severely mentally handicapped elderly. A girl started work, had only been there a month and was working toward a master's degree (in psychology, I believe). One of my residents (in a group of 20 that I had to keep together and keep track of) had begun walking towards the bathroom. As I got on the walkie to call a nurse (in order to stay with the group), she came around the corner and brought him back to the group; then she decided to tell me how to do my job properly and not let the residents wander off because (SURPRISE!) they are severely mentally ill. What?? Really? They are? DERP, I had no idea!! Thanks for letting me know!!
Ahh, I was not proud of that moment. I actually chastised her for telling me how to do the job I had been doing for well for over a year. I think the reason it got to me so much is because I am always doubting myself, and worrying that I'm not doing good enough. I never thought I could handle a job like that, but it turns out I could, and I was very good at it.
If you knew me though, you would know how EXTREMELY out of character it is for me to stand up for myself in that way, I'm not a doormat, but I'm not outright rude to people, and never on the spot/in the moment. That girl and I never got along... She was supposed to be my assistant, but I never called for her and she never helped. Not exactly sure what she did all day...
Are you very emotionally reactive? If so, are you emotionally reactive in public or just with those you are comfortable with?
I think I am. I'm not good at discussing my emotions, especially if they are of sadness, but usually anyone can see how I feel just by looking at my face. I can keep a poker face if someone hurts me... long enough to get away from the situation and break down if need be.
My emotional reactions don't always go with the situation, though. Sometimes it takes me time to analyze and process information to feel how I should feel about it. In the meanwhile, sure, I might appear numb or emotionless... This is a difficult question. I don't really react in a specific way every time...
Do you need a lot of attention in relationships?
The short answer is, yes. I have to feel that my SO is reachable and is happy to hear from me any time I contact him. If he puts no effort into calling me, sending me sweet texts, or generally being in contact with me... I feel rejected. When we're together, I need to know that he is excited that I'm there and that he is undistracted (unless we've mutually agreed to do separate things like read, or play video games, or work on separate projects). I need him to put me first above just about everything. (I'm talking about a serious relationship headed towards marriage here.) Yep... I need a ton of attention. I don't need constant mushiness, hands all over me all the time, taking couples pictures and putting them all over facebook, nothing like that... just real love.
Are you really sarcastic?
Just in jest, and I always say I'm just joking. I wouldn't want to hurt anyone's feelings.
Sooooo silly. :-D
Do people mistake your reservedness for aloofness?
Occasionally... but I'll usually recognize that assumption, and if I care, I'll try to elaborate or contribute a bit more.
Do you have a hard time expressing yourself verbally?
YES. YES YES YES YES YES YES YES. Affirmative.
Are you a talented writer?
Talented? Mmm... doubtful. I can write well enough, but I don't think I'm talented. I can entertain people with my creative writing, but I think that's just because my imagination is so vivid and bizarre.
What do you want to be when you grow up (career)?
I just want to help people, in whatever way I can. I don't care about money except for it's ability to allow my boyfriend (soon-ish to be husband) retire early which is his dream.
Great questions

Thanks for that!