Do You Talk Too Much?

By: Bri O.
Estimated Completion Time
5 min
Do You Talk Too Much?
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About This Quiz

There are so many ways to communicate in this digital age that it's nearly impossible to keep track of just how much we're talking. From the time you wake up to the time you go to sleep, how much of the day do you spending yacking away? Play on to find out!
When's the last time you verbally spoke to someone?
A few minutes to an hour ago.
A couple hours ago.
Earlier today.
It's been several hours or more than a day.
Have you ever had a conversation with an animal?
I talk to animals all the time.
No.
Yes, a small handful of times.
Sure, animals make better company than humans.
About how many texts/instant messages do you send per week?
A lot.
Under 40.
Over 250.
Over 100.

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Do you ever talk to yourself?
All the time.
Not usually.
I talk to myself here and there.
Sometimes.
What's your social life like?
I'm always around friends.
It's average.
I spend my weekends with friends.
It's healthy.
How often do you communicate with your best friend?
We are in constant communication.
We both have our own lives, so we talk when there's time.
We communicate at least once or twice a day.
We communicate at least once every two to three days.

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Has anyone ever told you that you talk too much?
Yes, more than a few times...
No.
Yes, once or twice.
Yes, but I think they misjudged me.
Are you more introverted or extroverted?
I'm definitely extroverted.
I'm about as introverted as it gets.
I'm more on the extroverted side, but I have some introverted tendencies.
I'd say I'm equally extroverted and introverted.
When's the last time you engaged in conversation with a stranger?
Today.
It's been awhile.
Within the last two weeks.
Within the last month.

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Do you meditate?
No.
Yes.
No, but it sounds interesting.
I'm learning to meditate.
How often do you talk on the phone (not including business calls)?
Two or more times per day.
I don't like to talk on the phone, so I don't make many calls.
Around once a day or every couple days.
It depends on the week, but I usually have a phone conversation once every few days or so.
Do you like to shop?
Yes, I love shopping.
No.
Sure, shopping can be fun.
I have to be in the right mood to enjoy shopping.

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Do you talk much at work?
Yes, mainly when socializing with coworkers.
No.
Yes, but only because my job requires my verbal participation.
I talk an average amount. There's not much time for socializing.
How much time do you spend alone?
I'm rarely alone if I have a choice.
I spend most of my time alone.
I spend a healthy amount of time alone.
I spend equal time alone as I do with friends.
Did you ever get in trouble for talking out-of-turn or not raising your hand as a kid?
Yes, I was always getting into trouble for little things like that.
Yes, but not often.
No.
Not usually, no.

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Do you ever interrupt your friends while they're talking?
Yes, but they understand.
Not usually.
Yes, but I'm working on not doing that so much.
It depends on what we're talking about.
Are you on Twitter?
Yes, it's my favorite social media platform.
Yes, but I don't use it much.
Yes, but I prefer other sites.
No.
How do you like to spend your Friday nights?
It depends on the week I've had, but I like to see a movie or have dinner with friends.
I go out with friends for some tame fun.
Alone or with a friend or two.
With friends doing something fun and wild.

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Do you like public speaking?
I love it!
Not at all.
I don't mind it.
If I can get over my anxiety, I can tolerate it.
Have you ever gotten dry mouth from talking too much?
Yes, it's a real problem.
No.
Yes, but I also get dry mouth for other reasons.
Yes, but it's only happened a few times.
How are your listening skills?
They could be better...
I have some serious active listening skills.
They're average.
I'm usually a good listener.

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Do you ever talk or make comments during a movie or TV show?
Yes, I can't help myself.
No, and I can't stand it when other people do.
If it's a really good show, yes.
I yell at the TV when watching sports games.
Is it easy to make new friends?
I can befriend almost anyone.
No, it's fairly difficult.
It can be easy, but other times it's a challenge.
I already have all the friends I need.
Who are you in your friend group?
The adventurous fun one.
I don't really have a set role in a friend group.
The responsible organized one.
The supportive advice giver.

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Who do you go to when you need advice?
I ask a number of different people.
My significant other.
A best friend or parent.
It depends on what I need advice about.
Do you have mentally prepared speeches and monologues ready to go for any occasion?
Sure, it's good to be prepared for anything.
No.
Not for any occasion, but for a few specific ones, yes.
Well, I don't have anything prepared that I'll ever actually say aloud.
Have you ever struggled with word vomit?
Yes, it's an ongoing struggle.
Yes, but that's in the past.
No.
Only when I'm extremely nervous/anxious.

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Can you follow directions/instructions?
I have a hard time with focusing long enough to complete directions/instructions.
Yes, as long as they are clear.
I have a hard time with verbal directions/instructions, but I can work with written ones.
Usually, but it depends on the subject.
How do you feel about the "quiet game?"
I despise the quiet game.
It's pretty boring, but easy enough to win.
I'm not a big fan.
It can be fun.
What is one word your friends would use to describe you?
Unpredictable.
Quiet.
Interesting.
Complex.

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