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When we learn we depend on our senses to bring in our information. Some people learn best by listening to things. Others learn best by seeing things or even reading. Lots of people learn best by touching and doing things to learn. Knowing how you take in information is a valuable thing to know. Try this simple quiz to help you learn about YOUR own learning style.

1. Which would you prefer to read for fun?
    A. a travel book with a lot of pictures
    B. a mystery book with lots of conversation in it.
    C. a book where you answer questions and do puzzles

2. If you went to a party, what would you be most likely to remember the next
    day?
    A. the faces of people, but not their names
    B. the names but not the faces
    C. the things you did and said while you were there

3. What do you find most distracting when you are trying to concentrate?
    A. visual distraction
    B. noises
    C. other sensations like hunger, tight shoes, or worry

4. When you enter a museum, what do you look at first?
    A. look around and find a map showing the locations of various exhibits
    B. talk to a museum guide and asks about the exhibits
    C. go into the first exhibit that looks interesting, and read directions later

5. Which of these do you do when you listen to music?
    A. daydream
    B. hum along
    C. move with the music, tap your foot, etc.

6. When you spell a word, which of these are you most likely to do?
    A. write it out to see if it looks right
    B. sound it out
    C. write it out to sense if it feels right

7. How would you rather study for a test?
    A. read notes, headings in books, diagrams
    B. have someone ask you questions, or repeat facts silently to yourself
    C. write things out on index cards and make models or diagrams

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