Am I a bad person? Take this quiz to find out the content of your character. Start the quiz
There comes a time in our lives when we stop and think, “Uh, oh. Am I actually… a bad person?” We can tell you right away that the fact that you thought that and are about to take this quiz means you probably aren’t. But you want to know for sure!
That’s why we’re here to make things right. Answer these 12 questions as honestly as you can, and we’ll tell you the honest truth. We’d say “no judgement,” but that’s kind of the point, right?
(Note that this is just an online quiz! It’s impossible to say for sure how “good” or “bad” you are without knowing you personally, and even then it’s a tough question, so consider this more of a road map on how to improve —which we can all do!)
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The link has been copied! Start the quiz 1. You found a lost wallet on the street. What are you doing?
- See if I can find the owner myself using the clues inside. They are probably worried.
- Turn it in to the nearest shop or police. They will handle it.
- Ignore it. That’s not my problem.
- Take the cash and leave the rest. This is my lucky day!
2. The stranger on the bench next to you starts crying out of nowhere. Your:
- Gently ask if there is anything you can do. They clearly need help.
- Offer them a tissue, but otherwise stay away. I don’t want to interfere.
- Leave them alone. They will get through it themselves.
- Get up and leave. Their crying makes me uncomfortable.
3. Your friend lacks a few dollars for a meal at a restaurant, and you have plenty of money. Your:
- Cover the entire meal. I’m not tight on money, so that’s my treat.
- Offer to make up the difference. It’s the least I can do.
- I will pay what’s left, but they have to pay me back. With interest.
- He suggested that we both have dinner and go for a run. It’s harder to catch two criminals!
4. If we offered you $500 right now, what would you do with it?
- Give it to a charity that can help those who need it most.
- Use it to spoil your friends or family.
- Hide it for rainy days.
- Spend it on something I wanted, like a new game or gadget.
5. How often do you give money or food to the homeless?
- I keep extra money or food with me so that I can give whenever the opportunity arises.
- I give something when I can.
- I prefer to give to charity. You never know what a homeless person might spend money on.
- I never give anything to the homeless.
6. Choose the option you don’t like the most:
- Seeing other people suffer.
- My own suffering.
- Interaction with other people.
- Watching my enemies advance.
7. Do you tip the waiter?
- Always, and at least 20%.
- Yes, as long as the service isn’t terrible.
- Yes, but only if the service is good.
- No, I never tip.
8. Keep a banana peel, and there is no trash can nearby. Your:
- Keep it until I compost it at home. Everything for the planet.
- Hold on until I find a trash can while I’m out. It’s not much to ask.
- I threw it on the ground, but I would feel super guilty for a while afterwards.
- Throw it on the ground without feeling guilty. What’s the problem?
9. Have you ever seen someone?
- Never. I think ghosting is cruel.
- Maybe once or twice, and I had a good reason.
- Several times. I don’t think ghosting is a big deal.
- I’m often a ghost, as soon as the relationship doesn’t serve me.
10. You are on a plane and the child sitting behind you kicks your seat. Your:
- Politely ask the child or their parents to stop.
- Ask the flight attendant if you can move the seats without making a scene.
- Start with passive-aggressive comments until the child’s parents get the message.
- Ask the flight attendant to reseat the child and his parents.
11. Be honest: How do you deal with criticism?
- I always listen carefully and gratefully and wonder if there is any truth in it.
- I tend to only respond to constructive criticism that I am looking for.
- I don’t accept that. People should care more about themselves than others.
- And I immediately look for something about the other person to criticize.
12. What do you think about lying?
- Lying is never okay. If the truth is hard, I try to say it gracefully.
- Lies are fine if they don’t hurt anyone or protect other people.
- Sometimes I lie to protect myself, even if it hurts others.
- I often lie just for fun.
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What do you think makes someone a “good person?” Are they selfless? Do they go above and beyond to help or protect other people? Do they live by a religious or moral code? Do they have extraordinary powers, such as intelligence or strength? Are they role models? The truth is that “good” is often subjective, and what some of us see as “right” or “moral” may seem backward or wrong to other people. For example, a simple religious ceremony for some may be a serious “sin” for others. Things are rarely black and white. So how do we strive to be better, if “better” isn’t always simple? Well, try starting here:
With regard to others
One of the best ways to start thinking like a good person is to ask yourself how other people think! If you’re only focused on yourself—your needs, wants, and concerns—it’s easy to overlook the needs and wants of others. As a result, you may get what you want, but at someone else’s expense. Make it a habit to ask yourself questions like:
- Will my action hurt someone else?
- Is there anything I can do now to make someone’s day easier?
- How would I want to be treated if I were that person?
Taking action
Being a better person isn’t just about asking yourself tough questions. You also need to do something to make the world around you a better place. Remember: what you do, not what you think, determines the content of your character. If you’re not looking for some ideas on how you can get out there and make a difference, consider trying something like:
Volunteering at a soup kitchen, homeless shelter, or animal shelter.
Garbage collection in your neighborhood, town or city.
- Donate some of your extra cash to charity.
Giving polite and respectful compliments to people as you go about your day.
- Ask a family member, friend or co-worker if they need a service.
Helping myself
Of course, doing good things for other people is a big part of being a good person. But good people are also kind and understanding towards themselves. Giving yourself some grace and room to grow makes you happier, healthier, and more able to extend that grace to other people. From time to time remind yourself of the following:
- Everyone makes mistakes, including me. It is important that I learn from them.
- I have to think about my needs, but also about the needs of others, so that I don’t burn out.
- I don’t have to be perfect to be good.
- As long as I try my best, I am the best person I can be.
For more information on how to be a good person, check out these resources:
- https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/kindness/kindness-matters-guide
- https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/the-art-of-kindness
- https://www.apa.org/monitor/oct04/goodbad
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