In Which Year Do You Live Your Life?

Teresa M.

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About This Quiz

Do you live in the present moment? While some of us are perfectly capable of doing so, some of us never left our formative decades. Share your personality, your routine, and your thoughts on certain subjects with us, and we'll be able to tell you exactly which year you live your life.

While it is true that the rare amongst us can live in the future, most of us get stuck during the years that impacted us the most. You might not understand why you want to hold on to that jacket from the '80s, but the truth of the matter is that part of you might still be grooving along to "Thriller" in your head.

It's a completely normal phenomenon in life, and nearly everyone has a year that they live in for their very own reasons. Taking a look at the way you do things and peeking inside your closet will give us a much better idea!

As we get to know you during this quiz, we'll get a good idea of the things you were most influenced by during your lifetime. Then, we'll figure out what year you found so great you never wanted to leave! Let's go time traveling.

What pop singer do you like most?

Madonna

Celine Dion
Britney Spears

I'm not a big pop music fan.

What kind of jacket would you most likely to wear?

Denim jacket

Leather jacket
Puffy jacket

Blazer

Do you wear big shoulder pads?

I wear them occasionally.

I never wear shoulder pads.
I wear them if they are built in.

I wear small shoulder pads.

Which '90s sitcom did you like most?

"Roseanne"

"The Golden Girls"
I don't remember much about the '90s.

"The Fresh Prince of Bel Air"

Which decade do you think made the best music?

'80s

'90s
'00s

'70s

How would your best friend describe your sense of style?

Dated

Grungy
Sharp

Modern

How tech savvy are you?

I'm really good with technology.

I'm okay with technology.
I wish I were more tech savvy.

I ahead of the tech game.

Which movie do you like most?

"The Goonies"

"Heathers"
"Superbad"

"2010: A Space Odyssey"

What kind of shoes do you wear most?

Boots

Kicks
Sandals

Slippers

What is most important to you in a job?

Pay

Benefits
Stability

Retirement

What kind of music do you listen to most often?

Pop

Alternative rock
Dance

Country

Do you still pay with checks?

I pay some things with checks.

I always use my debit card.
It drives me crazy when people pay with checks.

I prefer to use Apple Wallet.

Which band do you think is best?

Pet Shop Boys

Pearl Jam
Arcade Fire

They haven't been invented yet.

Have you ever owned a Swatch Watch?

I had several of them back in the day.

I did have one.
I've never had one.

I use my phone to get the time.

What kind of computer do you remember using first?

MacIntosh

Dell
Apple

Lenovo

Do you call, text, or email most?

I call most.

I send emails the most.
I text a lot.

I prefer to use video chat.

Which actor do you find most attractive?

Kirk Cameron

Johnny Depp
Daniel Radcliff

Dolph Lungren

What is your relationship status?

I'm hitched.

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

I'm redefining what it means to be in a relationship.

Which fashion designer do you like most?

Paul Smith

Tommy Hilfiger
Betsy Johnston

I don't follow much fashion.

How would you feel about a self-driving car?

I think it would be cool!

That would freak me out.
I would rather drive myself.

I would prefer a teleporter.

Are you more conservative or liberal?

I'm more conservative.

I'm more liberal.
I'm a little of both.

I'm more progressive.

What era would you like to go back and visit?

The Wild West

The Roaring '20s
Victorian era

Caveman era

How often do you go to the library?

I try to go a few times a month.

I only go to the library when I really need something.
I never go to the library.

I just use Google.

Which device do you use to access the internet most?

Desktop

Laptop
Phone

Smart watch

Do you mail a lot of letters?

I love snail mail.

I only mail bills.
I never mail anything.

I only use the mail for deliveries.

Do you like to dance?

I love going out dancing.

I like to dance when no one's looking.
I can keep up with Beyonce.

Dancing is not my strong suit.

Would you have enjoyed Woodstock?

I would have enjoyed some of it.

It would have been amazing.
I don't like getting muddy.

That music is too old for my tastes.

Do you know the Macarena?

I do not.

I know every move!
I remember some of it.

I have no idea what that is.

Have you ever eaten a Jello Pudding Pop?

I remember those from being a kid.

I loved them.
I've never tried them.

I should figure out how to make them.

Do you feel your age?

I feel younger than my age.

I feel about my age.
It depends what I'm doing.

I feel older than my age.

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