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Seeing, Hearing, and Doing Quiz

This quiz is a good first step in exploring learning styles. It will help you determine whether you tend learning by seeing, hearing or doing.

Contains 24 questions. Approximate completion time: 5 minutes

Usually Somewhat Seldom
I remember better from lectures with explanations and discussions.
I learn information more easily if it is written on the board.
I like to take notes and write down the information I read.
I enjoy the use of posters and models in the classroom.
I need verbal explanation of diagrams and graphs.
I enjoy working with my hands.
I enjoy making graphs and charts.
I am able to tell if sounds match when presented with pairs of sounds.
I remember best by writing things down several times.
I can follow directions on maps.
I do better at academic subjects by listening to lectures and tapes.
Usually Somewhat Seldom
I like to play with coins, keys, pens or other objects when learning.
I learn to spell better by repeating the words out loud than by writing them down.
I understand a news article better when I read a newspaper than when I listen to the radio.
I chew gum or snack when I study.
I feel the best way to remember something is to picture it in my head.
I learn how something works by taking it apart and putting it back together.
I would rather listen to a lecture than read the same material in a text book.
I am good at solving jigsaw puzzles and mazes.
I grip objects in my hands while learning.
I prefer listening to the news on the radio than reading about it in the newspaper.
I prefer to get information by reading about it.
Usually Somewhat Seldom
I enjoy classes with physical activity and movement.
I follow verbal directions better than written ones.
 
This quiz is from Human Resources Skills Development Canada - WorkSearch
 
 
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