Can We Guess If You're Right-Handed Or Left-Handed?

By: Teresa M.

5 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

How will we determine if you are right-handed or left-handed by a quiz? It's easy, really! No matter what your dominant hand, being right-handed or left-handed is associated with certain personality traits. As we go through the questions, we'll try to determine which way your brain is wired! Once we feel good about knowing you as well as your hands know one another, it will be a breeze to tell you what we've come up with.

While it is true that right-handers probably bump elbows with people at the dinner table as much as left-handers, you must remember that the world is greatly set up backward for those of us that claim southpaw status. However, we've come a long way from the olden days of teachers trying to reverse nature. It's often said that those who are left-handed are more creative than people who are right-hand dominant, but is it really true in your case? We're going to throw long-held beliefs out the window and get to know you better than that.

Tell us which leg of your pants you put on first and how many times you've had to ask for a table instead of a booth. Then, we'll know if you are right-handed or left-handed. Ready to give us a shot?

Which guitarist do you like most?

Eric Clapton

Kurt Cobain
Paul McCartney

I don't know any guitarists.

What would you prefer to do around the campfire?

I love telling ghost stories.

I like making Smores.
I like to roast marshmallows.

I like to cuddle with a special friend.

Which shoe do you put on first?

I've never noticed.

I put on my left shoe first.
I put on my right shoe first.

I leap from across the room with both feet into my shoes.

Are you a friend to animals?

Yes, we go out to dinner twice a week.

What kind of person isn't friendly to animals?
I try to talk to squirrels, but they never answer.

I'm allergic to animals.

Do you think you have good eye hand coordination?

I'm fairly coordinated.

I'm good at things like video games.
There is nothing about me that could be considered coordinated.

I've never noticed.

How would you describe your diet?

I eat really healthy.

I eat a lot of fast food.
I try to eat well, but bacon exists.

I have a very strict diet.

If your life depended on it, which plate of food would you eat?

A plate of raw Brussel sprouts.

A plate of mango-flavored ramen noodles.
Jell-o mold with SPAM chunks.

A plate of week old shrimp.

Where do you place your hands on the steering wheel?

My hands are at 10 and 2.

I don't drive.
My hands are at 9 and 3.

I drive with one hand on the top of the steering wheel.

Do you prefer Coke or Pepsi?

I don't drink soda.

I like Coke better.
I'll drink either one.

I'm a bigger Pepsi fan.

Where do you sleep on your bed?

I sleep in the middle.

I sleep on the right side.
I sleep on the left side.

I sleep diagonally.

How would your rate your IQ?

I would say I'm above average.

I should be a member of MENSA.
I am probably average.

I know I would score really high on an IQ test.

Are you comfortable driving a stick shift?

I've never tried.

I'm totally comfortable driving a stick shift.
I prefer an automatic transmission.

It's awkward, but I can do it.

Do you prefer Mac or PC?

I'm all PC!

I'm a fan of Apple products.
I use one at home and one at work.

I really don't have a preference.

What job would you have held in a former life?

Chef

Artist
Lawyer

Pilot

Do you remember your dreams?

I never remember my dreams.

I only remember the scary ones.
I don't dream much, but I remember them for about a day.

I remember some of them, but not all of them.

What kind of music do you like most?

I like classical music.

I prefer alternative rock.
I like pop.

I'm kind of a metalhead.

Which outdoor activity would you enjoy most?

Swimming

Baseball
Barbecues

Camping

Which of the following would you like to improve?

Fitness

Finances
Career

Family

How would you spend a long weekend?

I would catch up on household projects.

I would go on a road trip.
I would fold my laundry.

I would binge watch something on Netflix.

Would you consider yourself a good athlete?

I think I hold my own.

I'm very athletic.
I was athletic in high school, but not so much now.

I've never been athletic.

How would you describe your heart?

My heart is bruised, but not broken.

I have a huge, sappy heart.
It has four valves and pumps blood.

I have a very tender and caring heart.

Where do you prefer to sit in a restaurant?

I prefer the inside of a booth.

I prefer the outside of the booth.
I prefer tables.

I like to sit at the bar.

Are you more creative or more analytical?

I'm a nice mix of both.

I'm super creative.
I think I'm more likely to analyze.

It depends on what I'm doing.

Are you more of a leader or a follower?

It depends where I am.

I think I'm more of a leader.
I'm a great team player.

I work best when I work alone.

How would your best friend describe your dancing?

Unless my bestie is peeking in my window, I haven't been seen dancing.

My best friend would say I have some good moves.
My best friend would say I should stop embarrassing myself.

My BFF would say I'm rather graceful.

Which alcoholic beverage would you prefer to consume?

Bourbon on the rocks

Long Island Iced Tea
I don't drink.

I prefer beer or wine.

What is your relationship status?

I'm married.

I'm single and loving it.
I'm involved with someone.

I'm still searching.

How would you describe your wardrobe?

Casual

Sporty
Professional

Cute

Where do you place your cup at your desk?

I only use water bottles at my desk.

I place it to the left of the keyboard.
I place it right in front of me.

I place it to the right of the keyboard.

Which word would your boss use to describe your work?

Late

Sloppy
Creative

Perfect

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