Directions: On a blank sheet of lined paper, write down the number of every description or

characteristic below that applies to you. There is no certain number of characteristics you must
choose. After you are done, view the key. Next to every number on your paper, write whether it
was an L or an R. Count up the number of Ls and Rs. Whichever number is higher, represents your
dominance. If the numbers are close, that means you use both sides of your brain equally.
1. I constantly look at a clock or wear a 17. I'd probably make a good detective
watch
18. I learn music with ease
2. I keep a journal or diary of my
19. To solve a problem, I think of similar
thoughts
problems I have solved in the past
3. I believe there is a either right and
20. I use a lot of gestures
wrong way to do everything
21. If someone asks me a question, I turn
4. I find it hard to follow directions
my head to the right
precisely
22. I believe there are two ways to look at
5. The expression “Tere Bina Bhi kya
almost everything
jeena yara" makes no sense to me
23. I have the ability to tell if people are
6. I frequently change my plans and find
lying or guilty of something, just by
that sticking to a schedule is boring
looking at them
7. I think it's easier to draw a map than
24. I keep a "to do" list
tell someone how to get somewhere
25. I am able to thoroughly explain my
8. To find a lost item, I try to picture it
opinions in words
in my head where I last saw it
26. In a debate, I am objective and look at
9. I frequently let my emotions guide me
the facts before forming an opinion
10. I learn math with ease
27. I've considered becoming a poet, a
11. I'd read the directions before politician, an architect, or a dancer
assembling something
28. I always lose track of time
12. People tell me I am always late
29. When trying to remember a name I
getting places
forgot, I'd recite the alphabet until I
13. People have told me that I'm psychic remembered it
14. I need to set goals for myself to keep 30. I like to draw
me on track
31. When I'm confused, I usually go with
15. When somebody asks me a question, my gut instinct
I turn my head to the left
32. I have considered becoming a lawyer,
16. If I have a tough decision to make, I journalist, or doctor
write down the pros and the cons
If you have more "A" responses than "B" responses, then you are left-brained dominate.
1. A. At home, my room has organized
drawer and closets. I even try to organize
other things
around the house.
B. At home, I like the "lived-in" look. I clean
as I see a need and when I have the time.
2. A. My desk is usually clean and has
everything in place.
B. I leave my work out on my desk so I can
work as I am inspired by ideas.
3. A. I like using the "tried and true" method.
B. I like creating new methods.
4. A. I follow directions carefully when I
build a model, make a craft, etc.
B. I like to build a model my way, making my
own creation.
5. A. I complete one project at a time.
B. I like to start many different projects, but
do not like to finish them.
6. When I am asked to write a report on a
subject, I........
A. research information, then outline and
organize my writing.
B. work in my own self-inspired direction.
7. When I had to do a project in class, I.....
A. used my parents' ideas, a book's illustrated
project or modeled another student's project
who
received an "A+" from my teacher.
B. loved the challenge, and like a "mad
scientist," I produced a unique project.
8. When I am in charge of a big job with
many people working, I usually...
A. organize, give everyone their
responsibilities, make lists, and make sure
everyone finishes their part on time.
B. work at my own pace, let others work on
the job as they want. I want to take care of
needs/problems as they arise.
9. Which of these activities would you like to
do the most?
A. planning the details for a trip/project
B. creating an original art form
10. I hate it when other people......
A. are indecisive about what activities to do
when I am with them.
B. plan activities in step-by-step detail when
I am with them.