Which Time Period Should You Have Been Born In?

By: Amanda Monell
Estimated Completion Time
5 min
Which Time Period Should You Have Been Born In?
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About This Quiz

If you've ever had something happen to you that was so ridiculous and out of your control that you've shaken your head and thought, "I was born in the wrong time," take solace in knowing that you're not alone. With historical dramas like, "Poldark," "Downton Abbey," and "Boardwalk Empire" released on the airwaves, there are a ton of people wondering, "What if I lived during that time?" Your mind probably imagines that you're wearing the most beautiful clothes available during the period while you're chasing after scoundrels, sword or gunfighting, and in general living it up.

However, the grass isn't always greener on the other side of the fence. In the late 1700s, when "Poldark" takes place, a way to earn your way up the social ladder was to join the military. Many of the soldiers in the British army were street urchins, aching for a way out. On top of this, military promotions weren't given because of a heroic deed, but because you bought your commission. And for the ladies: you were often treated as property, being offered to a suitor along with a dowry. And those beautiful dresses? If your assistants weren't around, it could easily take you hours to get dressed. Each noblewoman had at least eight different layers to wear. We don't know about you, but we would take slipping into a comfy pair of jeans and a tee over that any day.

Even though times are now a lot easier in some aspects, you can’t be blamed for wanting to back to yesteryear, where you could take your time to do almost any task, handmade goods were commonplace, and the only malls around were markets in your local village.  If you would like to find out what time period you should have been born in, take this quiz.

What is your ideal mode of transportation?
I'd take a nice swift horse ride any day.
I would like a carriage ride.
I'll use whatever is available to get me to where I need to be the fastest.
I'll use whatever is available as long as there's air conditioning or heat.

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What kind of flyer are you when you've got to fly by plane?
I'm a nervous flyer.
I'm an excited flyer.
I can get a little testy if things aren't running properly.
I'm a pretty calm flyer.

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When it comes to reading materials, what format do you like reading the most?
I love hard copy books.
I enjoy any kind of reading material as long as I learn something from it.
I'll read whatever format is the cheapest.
I'll read off of my tablet, computer, or smartphone.

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It's your friend's birthday! How do you send them a birthday greeting?
I'll send them a text or leave them a message on their Facebook wall.
I'll send a handmade card.
I'll send a flowery poem.
I'll send a storebought greeting card.

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How do you usually celebrate your birthday?
I take myself out for a nice relaxing spa day.
I go out with my friends.
I have a small celebration with family.
It depends on my mood.

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What kind of dwelling do you live in?
I live in a one-bedroom apartment.
I live in a three to a five-bedroom house.
I live in a loft.
I live in a two-bedroom townhouse.

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Which room in your home is your favorite?
I love my living room.
I like my basement.
I love my library.
I could live in my kitchen.

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What kind of lighting does your home have?
My lighting in my home is generally darker; I have sensitive eyes.
My lighting is dependant on the colors of the walls in the rooms.
I use a lot of track and recessed lighting in my home.
The lighting in my home is bright and mimics sunshine.

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Do you consider yourself an early bird?
Sometimes.
I'm more of a mid-morning person.
Definitely.
I'm the exact opposite of that.

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What do you usually wear to bed?
I'll wear a nightshirt.
I sleep in the nude.
I'll wear whatever is clean and comfortable.
I'll go to bed in a tee shirt and pajama pants.

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What kind of education do you have?
I barely graduated high school.
I have an associates degree.
I have a graduate degree.
I've got a graduate degree, and I'm working on getting my Masters degree.

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What kind of work do you do?
I work in education.
I don't work.
I work in politics.
I work in engineering.
Other.

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On average, how long does it take for you to get ready to go out?
It could take me an hour to get ready.
It takes me about 10 minutes to get ready.
It usually takes me about 15 minutes to get ready.
I only take a few minutes to get ready.

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Which of these outfits sound the most comfortable?
Skinny jeans and a tunic.
A long summery dress or baggy jeans and a tee.
Khakis and a polo shirt.
Sweatpants and a tee shirt.

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Which of these fashion trends of yesteryear would you wear today?
Military jackets as fashion.
Tunics.
Neon colors.
Corsets.

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Which modern gadget do you use the most?
I love my smartphone.
Tablets give me so many things to read.
Onboard GPS systems are my savior!
It depends on what the need is. I tend to use the best tool for the job.

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Do you believe in true love?
I think it's possible to find that special someone.
No.
Of course!
Yes, but there's always compromise on both parts.

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What is your current marital status?
It's complicated.
I'm married.
I'm seeing someone.
I'm single.

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What word would you use to describe your last relationship?
Tragic.
Romantic.
Passionate.
Meh.

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How would your significant other describe you?
They'd say that I have too high of standards.
They'd say that I enjoy our discussions about our future.
They'd say that I'm moody.
They'd say that I'm fickle.

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What size is your family?
I have a very small family.
I have quite a few siblings and I see them every day.
I have quite a few, but I rarely see them.
I have a very large family.

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What kind of music do you enjoy?
Rock.
Punk.
Hip-hop.
Pop.

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Before bed, what do you tend to do to unwind?
I listen to music.
I read a book.
I listen to the radio.
I play video games.

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What is your ideal date?
I wouldn't mind going on a picnic.
I think I'd like to visit a museum.
I'd take them out to dinner.
It depends on who I'm with and what they enjoy.

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When the owner of a corporation does something you disapprove of, what do you do?
I don't do anything; they own a huge company and I don't.
I research; you never know if there is more to the story.
I write letters, stage protests, and start boycotting their products.
I hop on social media, let all my friends know what's going on, boycott their products, and encourage others to follow my lead.

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When you need to get a hold of your friends, what do you do?
I go to over to wherever they are and talk to them face to face.
We usually meet over coffee.
We talk by phone or do Facetime.
I send them a text.

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Which social media platform do you use the most?
Instagram or Snapchat.
Facebook.
Reddit.
Twitter.

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Where do you usually buy your produce?
I usually go to an organic market like Whole Foods.
I'll go to the grocery store.
I go to a farmer's market.
I order it online.

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How many times a week do you see your friends?
I don't see them that often, but they know that I care.
I see them once a week.
I see them every day.
I can see them every day, but I don't.

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Which of these snacks do you eat the most?
Crackers.
Cheese cubes.
Fruit slices.
Veggie chips.

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