individualism vs collectivism

A 25 question quiz designed to measure how much of an “individualist” or “collectivist” you are in relation to society and culture. What do you score?


1. You have to sometimes sacrifice yourself for the greater good.
2. I often speak in terms of "We" rather than "I."
3. Keeping the peace is often more important than speaking your mind.
4. It takes a village to raise a child.
5. People have the right do whatever they want as long as they are not hurting anyone else.
6. Great achievements are often done by individuals rather than groups.
7. I prefer to work alone rather than with others.
8. Anyone can achieve success if they put in enough hard work and dedication.
9. People care too much about what other people think of them.
10. A free society is more important than an equal society.
11. It's important to serve a purpose that is larger than ourselves.
12. We have a responsibility to take care of others who are less fortunate than us.
13. People often have to work with others if they want to achieve their full potential.
14. I have a strong sense of group identity (based on culture, religion, politics, nation, or race, etc.)
15. People are the products of their environment.
16. To make progress in anything, you often have to go against the grain of society.
17. Independence is important to me.
18. I like to compete against others and see who's the best.
19. It's important to feel connected to your neighborhood and community.
20. I often place my own interests over the interests of others.
21. My personal happiness and well-being are the most important thing to me.
22. From each according to his ability, to each according to his need.
23. I don't need anyone but myself to be happy.
24. I'm willing to go my own way in life even if it upsets people.
25. A socialist society is superior to a capitalist society.