Unique Personality Quiz Reveals Which American City You’d Thrive In

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They say that home is where the heart is, but what happens when you’re responsible for choosing a new home? Where a person decides to settle down and live is not an easy decision. There are many factors to consider including location, cost of living, and access to institutions like schools and hospitals. It can be a daunting decision to consider the best place to build your life.

So, let this quiz help! From the vast cities throughout the country to sleepy mountain and beach towns, which United States city best fits your personality? It’s time to find out what American city you would absolutely thrive in.

It’s happy hour; what drink are you ordering?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Different drinks are more popular in different places, such as margaritas or IPA beer. Whichever drink you prefer brings us a little bit closer to the city you should live in.

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It’s happy hour; what drink are you ordering?

A nice red or white wine
A margarita
Champagne
An IPA

Which style appeals to you the most?

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Retry Correct Incorrect When it comes to various places across the United States, styles can range from super casual to a bit more dressy — i.e., a dress or button-down versus something like shorts and a tank top.

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Which style appeals to you the most?

Shorts and a tank top
A beanie, sweater, and chunky scarf
A flowy dress or nice shorts and a button down
My snow pants and ski jacket

Which event intrigues you the most?

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Surf City Surf Dogs strut their stuff in Huntongton Beach

Retry Correct Incorrect Depending on which event you picked brings us one step closer to figuring out which United States city you would absolutely thrive in? Are you more adventurous and social or do you prefer something where animals are the star of the show?

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Which event intrigues you the most?

Skiing competition
Fashion week
Dog surfing competition
Mardi Gars

Pick an ideal mode of transportation.

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Retry Correct Incorrect There are numerous modes of transportation, ranging from personal cars and bicycles to public subways. That being said, some people enjoy walking everywhere! Depending on which city you live in, you’ll rely on one mode of transportation more than others.

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Pick an ideal mode of transportation.

The subway
A bike
My own two feet
My car

I’d love to live in…

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Retry Correct Incorrect Depending on what is most attractive to your personality, two or even three of these options might work with your personality. Alas, only one option can be selected, bringing us that much closer to your ideal city.

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I’d love to live in…

A cottage on the beach
A cabin in the mountains
A three-bedroom house with a yard
A small apartment above a bustling street

If you were to own a pet, you would have a…

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Retry Correct Incorrect Depending on where you live can dictate what type of pet you are allowed to have. For example, people who live in the city might gear towards a smaller dog breed.

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If you were to own a pet, you would have a…

Cat
No pets for me
Very small dog
Water-friendly dog

Walking down the street, you’d like to see…

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Retry Correct Incorrect Each city in the United States is vastly different. Walking down the street of one city, a person might see snow-capped mountains in the distance. Another city might offer boutiques or local cafes!

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Walking down the street, you’d like to see…

Snow-capped mountains in the distance
Sandy beaches and local cafes
Inviting boutiques and flowers
A fast-paced crowd and numerous shops

Which activity seems the most relaxing?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Depending on a person’s mood, each option might sound very relaxing. Seriously, there is nothing like sipping hot chocolate in the lounge of a ski resort while it is snowing outside. On the other side of the coin, a beach is never a bad option!

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Which activity seems the most relaxing?

Enjoying hot chocolate at a ski resort in the mountains
Lounging on the beach
Sitting at a local cafe
Listening to local music downtown

What music genre do you tend to listen to?

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Retry Correct Incorrect With so many different musical genres, it might be hard to choose just one as your “favorite.” Hey, your go-to music might not even be one of these four choices!

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What music genre do you tend to listen to?

R&B
Jazz
Rock and roll
Pop punk

Which food item is most appealing?

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Retry Correct Incorrect All of these food options might be appealing, considering they are so different from one another. The thing is, you can only pick one. Each of these options actually directly correlates with a city you should potentially live in!

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Which food item is most appealing?

Rocky Mountain oysters
Jambalaya
Carne Asada burrito
Pizza

What do you look for in a town?

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Retry Correct Incorrect When it comes to a new city, people are going to look at different aspects of its environment before committing to the move. Whether it’s the culture of the city or what activities it has to offer; your selection speaks wonders about where you should live!

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What do you look for in a town?

Adventure and activities
Laid-back people
Culture
Community

What’s your favorite season?

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Retry Correct Incorrect It might be hard to pick a favorite season. That being said, when it comes to seasons, a person might enjoy a specific outdoor activity that only makes sense in, say, the winter or summer, such as skiing or surfing.

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What’s your favorite season?

Winter
Summer
Fall
Spring

Pick a dessert…

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Retry Correct Incorrect Many people can’t pass up the chance for a yummy dessert. The question is, which dessert out of these four choices is the most appealing? From cheesecake to Beignets, these options are all very different.

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Pick a dessert…

Cheesecake
Ice cream
Beignets
Chocolate lava cake

When it comes to outdoor activities, which do you prefer?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Of course, there are numerous outdoor activities, not just the four listed here. However, whichever one you choose opens the door to other activities, such as hiking and then perhaps camping or reading on the beach and swimming in the ocean.

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When it comes to outdoor activities, which do you prefer?

Reading on the beach
Walking through town and window shopping
A picnic in the park
Hiking through the wilderness

When it comes to people, which quality do you like the best?

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Retry Correct Incorrect When moving to a new city, it is important to make friends. That being said, there are different characteristics that might attract a person to a specific group of people.

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When it comes to people, which quality do you like the best?

They have an interesting back story
They’re talkative
They have the same hobbies I do
They’re laid-back and go with the flow

When it comes to attractions, you’d enjoy having what in your backyard?

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Retry Correct Incorrect When it comes to cities across the United States, each place offers different attractions for locals and tourists alike. From museums and art galleries to lovely sunsets, there is a lot the country has to offer.

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When it comes to attractions, you’d enjoy having what in your backyard?

Local cafes and resorts
Bars with live music
Museums and art galleries
I don’t care as long as there is a beautiful sunset

Pick a flower…

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Retry Correct Incorrect There are so many flowers in the United States that it is hard to keep all of the names and appearances straight. Even so, you can’t really go wrong with any of these four options!

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Pick a flower…

Rose
Poppy
Magnolia
Blue Columbine

What’s your favorite color?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Yes, there are a lot of colors in the rainbow and even beyond the primary color wheel. Sorry, there are only four options here, but each has significance, bringing you closer to the city you should live in!

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What’s your favorite color?

Red
Black
Green
Blue

Would you go camping, knowing there are bears around?

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Retry Correct Incorrect If you don’t bother the bear, it is pretty standard that the bear will not bother you. That being said, camping in the wilderness with bears in the area is not everyone’s idea of a fun time.

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Would you go camping, knowing there are bears around?

That’s a big no for me
Yes, I just have to put all provisions in the bear locker
I like my apartment, thank you
Why not?

How do you take your coffee?

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Retry Correct Incorrect It is no secret that people take their coffee in different ways. Have it be black or extra hot with a touch of cream; each of these selections might have something to do with which city you should live in.

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How do you take your coffee?

Iced with an extra shot of espresso
Extra hot with a touch of cream
Hot, perhaps with a shot of Baileys Irish Cream for some extra pizzazz
Black

If you were to live abroad, where would you go?

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Retry Correct Incorrect From the amazing city of Barcelona, Spain, to the sunny island of Phuket, Thailand, each of these abroad locations would be very interesting to live in and also have something in common with United States cities across the country.

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If you were to live abroad, where would you go?

Phuket, Thailand
Anywhere in the Swiss Alps
Barcelona, Spain
Munich, Germany

Do you like the snow?

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Retry Correct Incorrect When it comes to snow, people have different reactions. They either hate the snow, deal with the snow, or can’t even imagine living somewhere where it is cold enough for it to actually fall from the sky.

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Do you like the snow?

Nope, not a fan
Meh, I’d prefer to live without it
As long as I’m bundled up, I don’t mind it!
I love the snow

Pick a college major…

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Retry Correct Incorrect Depending on which college major piques your interest can say a lot about where you should live in the United States. Which major did you find the most appealing, and what could it possibly say about where you should live?

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Pick a college major…

Anything in the Fine Arts
History
Finance
Hospitality

Do you enjoy being outdoors?

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Retry Correct Incorrect When it comes to the great outdoors, some people prefer it more than others. Those “others” are people who would prefer a vast cityscape that looks more like a concrete jungle than actual wilderness.

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Do you enjoy being outdoors?

Is it a concrete jungle?
Yes! All of the time!
As long as I’m walking in a town with cute shops and cafes
Most definitely

Are you more of an introvert or extrovert?

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Retry Correct Incorrect There are two distinct personality types: introverts and extroverts. While introverts might keep more to themselves, enjoying listening more than talking, extroverts are the opposite. That being said, a majority of people are both with a little bit of one taking over. Which are you?

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Are you more of an introvert or extrovert?

A bit of both but probably more of an extrovert
A bit of both but probably more of an introvert
Extrovert
Introvert

When you’re shopping, do you like old or new things?

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Retry Correct Incorrect When it comes to shopping, people either gear towards old clothing, furniture, or appliances or buy them brand new, and whichever option you select can tell us a lot about the type of city you should settle in.

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When you’re shopping, do you like old or new things?

I love thrifting
Old, I love the history and backstories of antiques
Definitely new
A little bit of both

What do you do in your free time?

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Retry Correct Incorrect What a person does in their spare time speaks wonders about who they are and what they enjoy. It also can say a lot about where they should be living!

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What do you do in your free time?

Take a walk on the beach
Hit the slopes
Frequent the local dive bar
Sit at the park

What’s your favorite sport to watch on TV?

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Retry Correct Incorrect There are so many sports broadcast on television now it might be hard to select one that you enjoy watching the most. That being said, whichever option you pick can say worlds about where you should live!

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What’s your favorite sport to watch on TV?

Baseball
Professional football
Ice hockey
College football

How do you feel about electric cars?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Electric cars are becoming more and more popular around the United States. They’re better for the environment and, hey, no gas is involved! How do you feel about electric cars?

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How do you feel about electric cars?

Definitely, a better option and will help keep the ice caps from melting
Absolutely!
I prefer to hear the roar of an engine. Electric cars are too quiet.
Sure? Although, I prefer to walk or take public transit

What is your ideal form of exercise?

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Retry Correct Incorrect There are so many different forms of exercise, from hiking and yoga to something a bit more expensive, such as a membership to a SoulCycle studio. Which do you prefer?

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What is your ideal form of exercise?

SoulCycle
Yoga
Hiking
Weight lifting

Have you ever been called a hipster?

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Retry Correct Incorrect With a wide-brimmed hat, big-framed glasses, and perhaps a fashion-forward outfit that show’s how artsy they are, there is nothing a hipster can’t pull off. Have you ever been called a hipster? At least, have you ever been called a hipster to your face?

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Have you ever been called a hipster?

Only when I’m sitting at a bar drinking an IPA
A what?
Oh, all of the time
Once or twice

Would you prefer distinct seasons or summer all year?

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Retry Correct Incorrect For some people, having a year-round summer is the most ideal situation imaginable. For others, having the four seasons available year in and year out is a mandatory requirement when it comes to a living situation.

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Would you prefer distinct seasons or summer all year?

No snow, but I do enjoy watching the leaves change colors
Seasons, please!
Can I have winter all year round?
Just summer, please

Do you like large crowds?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Whether or not you enjoy a large crowd can say a lot about which city you should live in. For those who don’t necessarily live in large crowds, a larger city like New York or San Francisco is probably out of the question!

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Do you like large crowds?

Absolutely
I don’t mind crowds at all, but also enjoy low-key locals-only spots
I deal with them, but only during the tourist seasons
No, thank you

Which part of the country would you prefer to live in?

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Retry Correct Incorrect The west coast, the east coast, the intermountain regions, and even down south. The United States has a lot to offer, with each of these distinct locations having very different cultures, attractions, and people.

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Which part of the country would you prefer to live in?

The west coast but in the mountains
East coast
West coast
Down south

Pick a restaurant…

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Retry Correct Incorrect There are so many different types of restaurants that people’s tastes might change from day to day, depending on what they are craving. So, were you craving the comfort food of a gastro pub? Or perhaps some Mexican food?

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Pick a restaurant…

Mexican
Cajun
Gastro pub
Italian

On a Saturday, your friends can typically find you…

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Retry Correct Incorrect The work week is over, and Saturday is yours for the taking; where can your friends typically find you? Would you be lounging on the beach? Or maybe you’d find your way to a jazz bar for some tunes and drinks?

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On a Saturday, your friends can typically find you…

At a darkly-lit jazz bar
On the beach
Cuddled up with a book
In a museum

What industry do you work in?

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Retry Correct Incorrect There are a whole lot of industries throughout the world. The one you work in might not even be one of these options! That doesn’t mean you can’t pick the one you find to be interesting or fun.

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What industry do you work in?

Entertainment, aka “The Industry”
Retail and I’m also a bartender on weekends
Finance/Business
Hospitality/Costumer Service

If you collected something, it would be…

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Retry Correct Incorrect Vinyl records, comic books, seashells and sea glass, and vintage wine and whiskey are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to items people are able to collect in their free time!

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If you collected something, it would be…

Vintage wine and whiskey
seashells and seaglass
Vinyl records
Comic books

What is your favorite phone application?

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Retry Correct Incorrect A person’s favorite phone application can say a lot about not only their personality but what type of city they’d fit into. For example, OpenTable suggests a person is a big foodie and enjoys trying new restaurants.

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What is your favorite phone application?

AllTrails
TikTok
Surfline
OpenTable

What is your favorite topic of conversation?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Yes, there are infinite topics of conversation. Alas, there are only four here to choose from, bringing you one step closer to figuring out which United States city best suits your personality.

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What is your favorite topic of conversation?

Sports
Weekend activities
Food
Books

Choose a vacation destination…

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Hotel Pool In Santorini Island In Greece

Retry Correct Incorrect When you have a few weeks of time off work, are you the type of person to seek out the laid back life by the beach? Or maybe you are better suited to the chaos and hustle and bustle of São Paulo, Brazil!

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Choose a vacation destination…

São Paulo, Brazil
London, England
Zürich, Switzerland
Santorini, Greece

What is your favorite holiday?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Nothing brings on nostalgia like the smell of pine and Christmas lights glowing on a tree. But then again, maybe you’re too in love with turkey dinner to choose anything other than Thanksgiving!

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What is your favorite holiday?

Halloween
New Years
Thanksgiving
Christmas

Which pair of shoes would fit best in your wardrobe?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Your staple shoe actually reveals something about your personality. You might prefer the reliable comfort of sneakers— or are you willing to sacrifice a bit of comfort in the name of fashion?

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Which pair of shoes would fit best in your wardrobe?

Boots of some kind
Heels or dress shoes
Flip flop sandals
Sneakers

If you won the lottery, what is the first thing you would buy?

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Retry Correct Incorrect You’ve hit the jackpot! What are you spending it on?! If only it were that easy. But it is fun to fantasize about the first big purchase you would make if you had money to burn.

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If you won the lottery, what is the first thing you would buy?

A Tesla/a nice new car
A vacation
My own apartment or condo
Land somewhere

If you could throw a massive birthday party for yourself, what venue would you choose?

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Retry Correct Incorrect We can’t all have celebrity-style birthday bashes that cost thousands of dollars. But if you could have a massive party, the venue that you would choose is a direct reflection of your personality!

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If you could throw a massive birthday party for yourself, what venue would you choose?

A grand ski chalet
An old jazz hall full of history
A fancy hotel
The beach, of course

Choose the perfect first date situation

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Retry Correct Incorrect If you have an active, energetic personality you would probably enjoy an activity on your first date. But if you’re more laid back and reserved, sitting down for food or drinks is a lower-pressure scenario.

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Choose the perfect first date situation

Going for tacos
Playing mini putt or batting cages
Going on a hike together
Going to a cocktail lounge

Would you say that you are a highly motivated person?

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Woman looking at computer looking perplexed

Retry Correct Incorrect For some people, motivation completely depends on the task at hand. For others, they are determined to accomplish one goal whether it’s in their career or personal life and they remain motivated until they achieve it. Which are you?

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Would you say that you are a highly motivated person?

Only when I want to be
I’m energetic but it’s hard to focus on one thing
Yes, extremely
I’m pretty laid back

What home decor style appeals to you the most?

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Retry Correct Incorrect The way that you choose to decorate your spaces says something about you as a person. If you prefer clean, minimalist decor you are most likely a very organized person!

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What home decor style appeals to you the most?

Eclectic interior design
Minimalist modern
Boho vintage chic
Traditional cottage core

What is something that you can never leave home without?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Most people have one or two staple items that they make sure to always have with them before heading out for the day. Your answer brings you one step closer to your final result revealing where you should live!

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What is something that you can never leave home without?

A pair of sunglasses
My car keys
My transit pass
My smart watch

Choose a TV show you loved

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Retry Correct Incorrect These classic shows all took place in different parts of the country. You might feel more connected to one place without even realizing it just because you enjoyed watching that show!

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Choose a TV show you loved

The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
Twin Peaks
Reba
Friends

Choose one food product that you could live without forever

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Retry Correct Incorrect It’s easy to think of the things we couldn’t live without but it’s a bit harder to think of the things we could cut out of our lives forever. Which one of these would you be fine with never eating again?

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Choose one food product that you could live without forever

Ranch dressing
Hot dogs
Ice cream
Sushi

What is a language you would love to learn?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Learning a new language is challenging and exciting. Depending on where you live in the USA, certain languages will serve you better than others. Did you know that Spanish is spoken by over 43 million people in the USA?

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What is a language you would love to learn?

Spanish
Mandarin
French
Portugese

Choose an activity to do for exercise

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Retry Correct Incorrect Exercise can look different for different people. Some people need a sport or instructor to stay engaged in the activity while others prefer something like freestyle dancing or snowboarding to get their heart rate up.

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Choose an activity to do for exercise

Surfing
Work out class
Dancing
Snowboarding or skiing

What is the best kind of potato chip?

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Retry Correct Incorrect If you’re a chip fiend this was most likely a hard choice. But still, only one potato chip can be chosen, and believe it or not, it is tied to your personality.

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What is the best kind of potato chip?

Doritos
Corn chips and salsa
Salt and vinegar chips
Barbecue kettle chips

What food reminds you of home?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Most people have at least one food that makes them remember their childhood. Sometimes, all you have to do is smell the dish to be taken back to a certain place in time.

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What food reminds you of home?

Steak
Tacos
Gumbo
Pizza

If you had to take public transit, what would be the best way?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Not everyone loves having to take public transit but it’s still the best way to get around in certain places! Which one of these options seems the most comfortable to you?

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If you had to take public transit, what would be the best way?

Uber Pool
The subway
The city bus
A streetcar

If you found $5 on the street, what would you do with it?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Score! You found $5 on the street. Are you going to keep it and treat yourself to something or are you more likely to pass it to the next homeless person you walk by?

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If you found $5 on the street, what would you do with it?

Leave it, that’s disgusting
Get myself a coffee
Put it in my pocket, finders keepers!
Give it to a homeless person

What’s your favorite thing to read?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Audiobooks can be a great substitute for people who don’t love reading. But if you’re someone who does enjoy a good read, the thing you choose to read most says something about your personality.

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What’s your favorite thing to read?

The local news
Plays, poetry, historical text
A great fiction book
I prefer to listen to audiobooks

What is your favorite movie genre?

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Retry Correct Incorrect Your go-to movie genre is a reflection of your interests. For example, if you are someone who thrives in high-stress situations you would enjoy thriller movies more than a casual rom-com.

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What is your favorite movie genre?

Rom-com
Comedy
Thriller
Action adventure

Choose a place that makes you feel relaxed

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Retry Correct Incorrect An outgoing person will feel perfectly relaxed at a local bar or restaurant where they know everyone and everyone knows them. But if you’re more of an introvert you would enjoy a backyard campfire much more.

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Choose a place that makes you feel relaxed

At the beach
In a local bar
A backyard campfire
My apartment

Congrats, you finished! Here are your results:

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Congrats, you finished! Here are your results:

Retry Manhattan, New York These results tell us that you are definitely a city person. While there are a lot of cities throughout the United States, your personality seems to gear towards the face-paced lifestyle of Manhattan, New York. With good food, epic nightlife, and more entertainment than people know what to do with, you’d thrive in the “city that never sleeps.” Aspen, Colorado These results tell us that you would love living in the Rocky Mountain ski resort town of Aspen, located in beautiful Colorado. Lovely all year round, there are numerous outdoor activities to enjoy, including skiing, camping, hiking, and more. The city is on the smaller side, with a population of just over 7,000 people. Even so, these results tell us that you’d be fine in a smaller setting! Carlsbad, California These results tell us that you’re into sleepy beach towns. So, why not try out Carlsbad, California. Located in Southern California, Carlsbad is right on the Pacific Ocean and next door to San Diego, just in case you need a larger city in your life. With good food, laid-back people, and the ocean on your doorstep, this lazy beach town seems like the best place for your personality. New Orleans, Louisiana These results tell us that you would thrive in New Orleans, Louisana. Between the cajun cuisine, fantastic music, and parties happening year-round (including Mardi Gras), there is no getting bored in this southern town!

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