Which Region Matches Your Personality?

By: Teresa McGlothlin

5 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

When we think of the Northeastern United States, traits like being quick-witted and fast-paced come to mind. Other regions are known for their unique characteristics. After you answer the questions in this quiz, we'll be able to see which area of the country most matches your personality and the way you think.

Are you as polite as a Georgia peach? As laid back as the Arizona sunset? The questions we ask might not involve any particular state or area, but they will help get to the heart of you. Your personality is the star here! Whether you are as elusive as a hermit crab or as outgoing as a puppy, each of your little quirks will go a long way in pairing you up with the perfect region.

Even if you've never spent a day in your life living in a particular region, it matches your personality better than the place where you currently live. It all depends on the things you find interesting, the way you interact with others and the way you see yourself. By the time you finish these questions, you will have given us enough information to pair you with the area you should consider calling home. Where will it be?

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When is the last time you let your inner child out?

It's never in.

It has been far too long.
I recently climbed a tree.

I have an inner old person instead.

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What do you do to pass the time while in the dentist's waiting room?

I make polite conversation.

My dentist has some great magazines.
I play on my phone.

I avoid making eye contact with other patients.

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Would you describe your heart as being open or being guarded?

My heart is open, but I am a little guarded.

I try to remain open.
I've been fairly guarded lately.

I think my heart is more sensitive than anything.

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Are you able to scroll past things you disagree with, or do you need to comment?

It depends on how offensive I find it.

I'm a fan of the report button.
Of course, I'm going to say something.

I can keep scrolling.

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Do you think your spirit animal would be a hermit crab or a puppy?

I'm more of a puppy.

I have a lot in common with cats.
I think I'm more of an adult dog.

Hermit crabs pretty much embody my spirit.

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Does it bother you when someone moves things around on your coffee table?

Maybe they needed to make room?

Stop touching my things!
If they are cleaning, I don't mind at all.

It's not a big deal, but I put it there for a reason.

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How would you welcome a new neighbor to the neighborhood?

I would bake them some cookies.

I might wave once in a while.
I would introduce myself.

I'll suss them out for a while before I roll out the red carpet.

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Do you like the hustle and bustle of big cities like New York?

New York is far too big for me.

I like small towns a lot more.
I wish I could live there!

Mid-sized cities have everything I need.

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To which part of your life are you giving the most focus right now?

Relationships

Finances
Career

Fitness

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Do you drink tea with your pinky finger out?

I do! It's the proper way.

Who does that?
I don't drink tea.

I might. What's it to you?

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Would anyone in your life describe you as being sassy?

Most everyone

I don't think so.
A couple of people

I know one person who would.

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What's your competitive streak like? Do you have one?

I will win at any cost.

I don't have a competitive streak.
I'm only competitive with myself.

I'm not competitive in life, but I am when it comes to board games.

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Do you think you are more left-brained or right-brained?

I don't believe in that theory.

I'm more scatterbrained.
I'm far more right-brained.

I think I'm left-brained.

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What would you be happiest doing on a random Saturday afternoon?

Watching movies on the couch

Shopping with friends
Finishing a creative project

Cleaning my house

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If you were challenged to live off-grid for two weeks, could you do it?

I'll pass on the opportunity, but thanks for asking.

I could go longer than that!
How much money would I be paid?

I might last a few days, but that's a long time.

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Which one of your personality traits do you think people find most likable?

Humility

Intelligence
Sense of humor

Openness

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Are you adventurous enough to do something like the polar plunge?

I don't do anything that cold.

Sure, I'll try it.
It's a lot of fun.

I'll save my swimming for the summertime.

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Which one of these things could you watch on repeat?

Waves crashing on the beach

Cute kitten videos
Football games

Hummingbirds

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Are you a big spender or a bargain hunter?

I clip tons of coupons every week.

I would rather pay more for quality.
I am rather frugal.

I don't pay full price for anything.

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Do you think it's ever acceptable to leave your house in pajamas?

I might run to the gas station wearing them.

I wouldn't dream of doing that.
I take the recycling to the curb in my pajamas.

I see no problem with it.

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What's the very last thing you do before you go to sleep at night?

Fluff my pillow

Take a shower
Set the alarm

Have a snack

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Do you make most of your decisions with your head or with your heart?

I'm nothing but heart.

I try to use both.
I let my head make the decisions.

It depends on the type of decision.

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Which one of these words would your best friend use to describe you?

Loyal

Nerdy
Driven

Generous

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Do thunderstorms scare you, or do you find them beautiful?

I love them!

I prefer sunny days.
If it's a severe storm, it scares me.

I fear nothing.

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How well do you keep the secrets you're told?

If it's exciting, I might tell someone.

I'm great at keeping secrets.
If it's a dangerous secret, I'm not keeping it.

Please don't ask me to keep secrets.

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If you were stuck in a room with a stranger, what might you say to start a conversation?

"How are you?"

"This is some interesting weather."
"Do you come here often?"

"What brings you here?"

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Are you the same person in the morning that you are all day?

I'm a grumpier version of myself.

I'm far more chipper in the mornings than the rest of the day.
I'm pretty much the same all day.

I'm not even a person before I have coffee.

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What kind of photo are you more likely to post on social media?

A selfie

A photo of my pet
Memes

Family photos

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Would you say you have a problem with procrastination?

I procrastinate unpleasant tasks.

I try not to procrastinate.
I'll tell you tomorrow.

I don't see it as a problem.

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Are you better with numbers or with words?

I'm better with food.

Numbers are kind of my thing.
I've always wanted to be a writer.

I'm good enough with both.

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