Which Harry Potter House Do You Belong in Based on Your MBTI?

Steven Miller

5 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator is a popular personality assessment tool based on the work of the Swiss psychiatrist, Carl Jung. Long before the Sorting Hat came into reality in the Harry Potter series, this test sorted people based on two alternatives in four categories.

The first category involved determining if you were an introvert (I) or an extrovert (E.) Next, the MBTI sought to determine if you used your intuition (N) or your senses (S) more frequently to gather information. Thinking (T) and feeling (F) were clear distinctions for how someone would process information, and perceiving (P) or judging (J) dealt with how you preferred to act on that information.

In this quiz, we'll take the 16 possible outcomes of the MBTI and connect them to the houses at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. By doing so, we'll create a Sorting Hat that doesn't rely on mind-reading or magic to figure out where you'd best fit in.

If you're ready, take a seat, look deep into your soul, and let the sorting begin!

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Would you consider yourself to be a brave person?

Yes, I definitely am.

I have my moments.
That would not be my strong suit.

I usually prefer to think things through enough that bravery isn't required.

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What is the ideal party size for you?

The bigger, the better.

I'd like to have a big group of people that I care about at a party.
One or two people is best for me.

A handful of people is ideal.

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How do you feel after being around a big group of people for a while?

Exhausted

Content
Depends on the people

Excited

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Do you trust your heart or your head more?

I follow my heart, but I consult my head as well.

It's all heart, baby.
I'm definitely more of a thinker.

I rely almost completely on my head.

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What role are you most likely to play in a game of Quidditch?

Cheerleader

Spectator
Beater

Seeker

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Which class at Hogwarts are you most interested in taking?

Defense Against the Dark Arts

Flying lessons
Herbology

Potions

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Who is your favorite teacher or staff member at Hogwarts?

Rubeus Hagrid

Minerva McGonagall
Sybill Trelawney

Severus Snape

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Are you more likely to trust your five senses or your gut instinct?

I'll consult my gut, but my five senses have veto power.

I'll actually follow my heart, but out of the two I'd go with the gut.
I'm only going by what my five senses can tell me.

I'm generally going to follow my gut.

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Would you say that you have issues with your temper?

It's pretty rare for me to lose my cool.

No, I'm always very calm.
Yes, I can get worked up, especially about things I'm passionate about.

I lose my temper on a daily basis.

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Which statement sounds the most like something you would say?

I'm warning you, it's going to be dangerous.

Can I get a hug?
They're up to something, I can feel it.

I'm going to need some advice on the situation before I make a decision.

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Which kind of Bott's Every Flavor Beans is funniest to you?

Vomit

Earwax
Rotten Egg

Booger

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How many books have you read in the last year?

None, I hate reading books.

I read one or two, but I generally just listen to audiobooks.
I've read a handful of books this year.

I've read more than I can count.

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Which word best fits your sense of humor?

Goofy

Witty
Corny

Dark

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How do you feel after a day all by yourself?

Irritated

Bored
Content

Relaxed

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Are you more likely to make snap judgments or to continue to observe a situation?

I'll hold out and wait for more information.

It's pretty rare for me to judge anyone or anything.
I'll wait for more information if there's time.

I'm always making snap judgments.

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Are you a patient person?

I'm working on it, but I'm not a naturally patient person.

I'm the most patient person that I know.
I am the least patient person ever.

I've learned that being patient can save a lot of unnecessary frustration.

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Would you consider yourself to be a hard worker?

I'll outwork anyone you compare me to.

I prefer to work hard with my mind instead of my body.
No, I'm trying to slack as much as possible.

It depends on the situation.

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Are you a hugger?

I am definitely not a hugger.

I definitely hug those I'm very close to.
I'm a big-time hugger.

It happens once in a while, but only on a special occasion.

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How comfortable are you talking about emotions?

It's not my biggest strength.

I can do it, but only from a clinical, observational standpoint.
I'm very comfortable talking about feelings.

I'd rather have a stick poked in my eye.

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In general, are you seen as a reliable person?

I'm not a reliable person.

You can totally depend on me.
I try to be, but I can flake once in a while.

I am most of the time.

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Would you rather have the spotlight on you or be more behind the scenes?

I want to be behind the scenes.

I'm much more comfortable in a supporting role.
I'm not desperate to get attention, but I can handle it pretty well when it comes my way.

I'm only happy if the spotlight is directly on me.

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Which of Hagrid's pets do you like the most?

Buckbeak

Fluffy
Norbert

Fang

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How many awards have you won in your life?

I get a lot of participation ribbons.

I've won a bunch of scholastic awards.
I have a whole shelf filled with them.

I don't know. I've won plenty, but I don't keep track of them.

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How likely are you to break the rules?

It's inevitable that I'll break the rules.

I only break the rules when I have to.
I always follow the rules.

I rarely break rules, and it's only when I find them to be ethically wrong.

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Which color combination fits your eye color the best?

Scarlet and gold

Blue and bronze
Yellow and black

Green and silver

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Do you have to see it to believe it?

Yes, I don't take anyone else's word for it.

No, I can have faith.
It sure helps, doesn't it?

It depends on the situation.

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How smart are you compared to your peers?

I have to admit that I'm pretty sharp. I can't speak for others.

I'm not as smart as others, but I will work harder than them.
I guess I'm a bit above average when it comes to intelligence.

I'm much smarter than most of these idiots.

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What are your feelings regarding Muggles?

I like them a lot.

I think they are adorable.
Muggles are totally disgusting.

They seem to be a confusing and tragic bunch.

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Can you tell right away whether or not you'll like someone, or does it take time?

I pretty much like everyone I meet.

I think it takes time to learn who someone truly is.
I don't like very many people.

I can usually tell pretty quickly if I'm going to like someone or not.

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Of the following, which Harry Potter book do you like the most?

"Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince"

"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows"
"Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone"

"Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix"

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