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About This Quiz
Yee-haw! Git along, little doggies. We're heading out to the Wild West to rustle up some information on which role in frontier life would be the best fit for you.
How good are you at riding a horse?
I'm an excellent rider and I ride all the time.
Horses and I don't get along.
I haven't done much horse-riding.
I've been on a few horses and I'm alright.
What pace do you prefer to move at in life?
I like to take things pretty slow.
I keep things pretty moderate, not too fast and not too slow.
I move at a pretty fast pace. There's so much to do.
I like having the occasional excitement, but I mostly prefer to move slowly.
How good would you be with a lasso?
I have no experience with a lasso, and I'm guessing I would be awful at it.
I'm not sure how I would be with a lasso. I might be able to figure it out.
I have great hand-eye coordination and can throw a rope with the best of them.
I haven't had to use one a whole lot, but I'm guessing I would be pretty decent.
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How much physical strength do you have?
I'm incredibly strong. Watch me lift this.
I'm not all that strong physically. My strength lies more in the spiritual realm.
I don't possess super-human strength, but enough to get the job done.
I usually call in the muscle for jobs requiring strength.
Would you rather work inside or outdoors?
I like to get out and visit with the community, but I'm more comfortable indoors.
I'd much rather be inside. It's a lot more comfortable.
I'm miserable when I'm stuck inside. I'll take the outdoors any day.
I can be indoors for periods of time, but I'm definitely happiest in the great wide open.
How strong of a voice do you have?
I don't do a whole lot of talking. I kind of prefer to be by myself.
I can get some volume in my voice when I need to, but I'm mostly soft-spoken.
I'm quite used to projecting my voice for an audience.
I'm extremely soft-spoken, unless someone is misbehaving.
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Are you good with animals?
I definitely have a way with animals. They respond very well to me.
I'm not good with animals at all. They scare me.
I'm loving towards smaller domesticated animals, but not good with the bigger ones.
I'm good with them, once they know who is boss.
How do you feel about camping in a tent?
I prefer to camp in a tent. Houses feel too stuffy for me.
I will if I have to, but I'm not going to like it much.
I absolutely hate camping in a tent. It's so uncomfortable.
I enjoy camping in a tent from time to time.
How educated are you compared to most of those around you?
I have a much higher education than most in my community.
I probably have a bit more education than most.
Most of my education has been from the school of hard knocks.
I probably have less education than most folks.
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How big is your vocabulary?
It's pretty limited, but I know enough to get by out on the range.
Everything I know I learned from the good book.
I don't know a whole lot of words.
I have a very sophisticated vocabulary and could teach language arts.
How would you rate your penmanship skills?
My penmanship is pretty good. It's not a work of art or anything, but it's legible.
I have excellent penmanship. People are always complimenting me on how neatly I write.
It's a sloppy mess.
It ain't all that pretty, but most folks can read it.
How are you with young children?
Keep those horrid creatures away from me.
I'm not the greatest with kids, but I do my best.
I am excellent with young people. They can feel the love in my heart for them.
I'm strict but fair with children, and they respond pretty well to me.
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Do you like working in the summer?
That's the best time to work for me.
I prefer to have my summers off from work.
I try to rest and relax a bit more in the summer.
I work outdoors, so it can be challenging, but I'll take it over the cold.
How would you be at public speaking?
God, no. I prefer to keep my own company.
I was born to speak publicly. I can really captivate my audience.
I do well with a small group, but a large gathering can be intimidating.
Not really. I'm happier speaking to a small group of co-workers.
How would you most likely get around in the Wild West?
Ride in another person's carriage.
Walk.
Horse.
Carriage.
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Would you consider yourself to be a spiritual person?
I find my connection to the Almighty out in nature.
I am very spiritual and involved in my religious community.
I pray to strike it rich every day.
I'm fairly spiritual. I go to services regularly.
Do you tend to hold a grudge or are you a forgiving person?
I'm extremely forgiving. It's what the good book tells you to do.
I'm pretty strict, but I let go and forgive pretty easily.
I tend to hold grudges. It's just the way I am.
You'd have to really cross me to have me hold a grudge on you.
Are you more judgemental or observational?
I tend to make snap judgements.
I'm mostly observational. I take it all in before I make a judgement.
Observational. After all, "Judge not lest ye be judged."
I sometimes have to make quick judgements, but I definitely prefer to observe.
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Are you a drinker?
I enjoy a stiff drink now and then.
Oh no, I don't drink at all.
I drink a little bit, but don't tell anyone.
I drink quite a lot. It helps quash the boredom.
How comfortable are you holding a prominent position in the community?
No thanks. I'd much rather just do my own thing.
I'm very comfortable in that role. This is my flock.
I suppose I would be okay with a minor position.
I wouldn't seek it out, but I would take care of what needs to be done.
Which day of the week fits you the best?
Friday.
Sunday.
I'm equally good on all days.
I lose track of the days.
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Are you more physically, mentally, spiritually or financially strong?
Physically.
Spiritually.
Financially.
Mentally.
How well can you quote the scriptures?
I know the holy book backwards and forwards.
I can quote a few choice sections.
I've never read it.
I've read it, but I don't remember any quotes I could give you.
How driven by financial riches are you?
That's all I think about. I'm going to find that treasure someday.
As long as the bare necessities are taken care of, I'm good.
Money is the root of all evil. I'll settle for my daily bread.
I just want to be moderately comfortable.
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How open to taking risks are you?
Sometimes you have to take a few risks, but they should be calculated ones.
I'm pretty risk-averse, but occasionally I will throw caution to the wind.
I don't encourage the devil to make my life any more difficult.
I thrive on risk-taking. It's what drives me.
Which work environment sounds the most appealing to you?
Hanging out by the side of a river.
Out connecting with the community.
Inside most of the day.
Riding out on the range.
How simply do you live your life?
My life is a whirlwind of activity on a daily basis.
I have to admit that it's more complicated than I would ideally like.
I keep things pretty simple, but sometimes unforeseen issues will arise.
I keep things incredibly simple. I find life is more enjoyable that way.
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How would you describe your love life?
Occasionally very exciting.
My love life is more of a platonic thing.
Non-existent.
Stable.
How important is it that your work is respected by the community?
It is very important to me that the entire community admires and respects my work.
I definitely would like to be respected by some of the people.
I could honestly care less what people think.
It's only important that people very close to me respect my work.
How would you describe your personal hygiene?
I clean up once in a while.
As long as the horses don't seem to mind, I usually don't think much about it.
I bathe or shower every day that I interact with the world.
I am very clean and orderly in my appearance.
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