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Multiple Intelligences Inventory Guide

The document is an inventory to assess multiple intelligences. It consists of 10 sections with 10 statements each relating to different intelligences: naturalist, musical, logical-mathematical, existential, interpersonal, bodily-kinesthetic, linguistic, intrapersonal, spatial, and moral. Respondents are asked to place a 1 next to statements that accurately describe themselves in each section and total each column.

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Multiple Intelligences Inventory Guide

The document is an inventory to assess multiple intelligences. It consists of 10 sections with 10 statements each relating to different intelligences: naturalist, musical, logical-mathematical, existential, interpersonal, bodily-kinesthetic, linguistic, intrapersonal, spatial, and moral. Respondents are asked to place a 1 next to statements that accurately describe themselves in each section and total each column.

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  • Multiple Intelligences Inventory
  • Scoring Instructions

Multiple Intelligences (M.I.

) Inventory

PART I

Complete each section by placing a “1” next to each statement you feel accurately
describes you. If you do not identify with a statement, leave the space provided
blank. Then total the column in each section.

I enjoy categorizing things by common traits


Ecological (environmental) issues are important to me
Hiking and camping are enjoyable activities
I enjoy working on a garden
I believe preserving (saving/keeping) our National Parks is important
Putting things in hierarchies (system of levels) makes sense to me
Animals are important in my life
My home has a recycling system in place
I enjoy studying biology, botany and/or zoology
I spend a great deal of time outdoors

I easily pick up on patterns


I focus in on noise and sounds
Moving to a beat is easy for me
I’ve always been interested in playing an instrument
The cadence (rhythm/speed) of poetry intrigues me
I remember things by putting them in a rhyme
Concentration is difficult while listening to a radio or television
I enjoy many kinds of music
Musicals are more interesting than dramatic plays
Remembering song lyrics is easy for me

I keep my things neat and orderly


Step-by-step directions are a big help
Solving problems comes easily to me
I get easily frustrated with disorganized people
I can complete calculations quickly in myhead
Puzzles requiring reasoning are fun
I can’t begin an assignment until all my questions are answered
Structure helps me be successful
I find working on a computer spreadsheet or database rewarding
Things have to make sense to me or I am dissatisfied

It is important to see my role in the “big picture” of things


I enjoy discussing questions about life
Religion is important to me
I enjoy viewing art masterpieces
Relaxation and meditation exercises are rewarding
I like visiting breathtaking sites in nature
I enjoy reading ancient and modern philosophers
Learning new things is easier when I understand their value
I wonder if there are other forms of intelligent life in the universe
Studying history and ancient culture helps give me perspective

I learn best interacting with others

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“The more the merrier”
Study groups are very productive for me
I enjoy chat rooms
Participating in politics is important
Television and radio talk shows are enjoyable
I am a “team player”
I dislike working alone
Clubs and extracurricular activities are fun
I pay attention to social issues and causes

I enjoy making things with my hands


Sitting still for long periods of time is difficult for me
I enjoy outdoor games and sports
I value non-verbal communication such as sign language
A fit body is important for a fit mind
Arts and crafts are enjoyable pastimes
Expression through dance is beautiful
I like working with tools
I live an active lifestyle
I learn by doing

I enjoy reading all kinds of materials


Taking notes helps me remember and understand
I faithfully (routinely/always) contact friends through letters and/or e-mail
It is easy for me to explain my ideas to others
I keep a journal
Word puzzles like crosswords and jumbles are fun
I write for pleasure
I enjoy playing with words like puns, anagrams and spoonerisms
Foreign languages interest me
Debates and public speaking are activities I like to participate in

I am keenly aware of my moral beliefs


I learn best when I have an emotional attachment to the subject
Fairness is important to me
My attitude effects how I learn
Social justice issues concern me
Working alone can be just as productive as working in a group
I need to know why I should do something before I agree to do it
When I believe in something I will give 100% effort to it
I like to be involved in causes that help others
I am willing to protest or sign a petition to right a wrong

I can imagine ideas in my mind


Rearranging a room is fun for me
I enjoy creating art using varied media
I remember well using graphic organizers
Performance art can be very gratifying
Spreadsheets are great for making charts, graphs and tables
Three-dimensional puzzles bring me much enjoyment
Music videos are very stimulating
I can recall things in mental pictures
I am good at reading maps, atlases and blueprints

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Individuals with strong interpersonal intelligence prefer engaging in group-based activities such as study groups, chat rooms, and social clubs. They often describe themselves as team players and dislike working alone, which demonstrates their affinity for collaborative and social engagement. This intelligence also relates to being attentive to social issues and causes, participating in politics, and enjoying television and radio talk shows. Interpersonal learners thrive when interacting with others, as it energizes and motivates their learning process .

The inventory points out that individuals with high logical-mathematical intelligence find structure crucial for success. They prefer step-by-step instructions, find enjoyment in puzzles that require reasoning, can complete calculations quickly, and expect clear solutions before beginning tasks. Such individuals thrive in environments where logic and structure are prioritized, making spreadsheets rewarding and needing things to make sense to avoid dissatisfaction. They often require a deep understanding before agreeing to participate in tasks or learn new concepts .

Individuals with spatial intelligence are noted for their ability to visualize and manipulate objects mentally. They enjoy creating art, rearranging spaces, and using graphic organizers. Practical applications include proficiency in fields requiring spatial skills such as architecture, design, and navigation, where reading maps and constructing visual spatial representations are crucial. Their ability to mentally retain and manipulate spatial information allows them to perform tasks requiring spatial awareness with precision and creativity .

Intrapersonal intelligence involves keen self-awareness and a deep understanding of personal values and beliefs. Individuals with this form of intelligence are strongly aware of their moral commitments, realize the importance of fairness, and need to understand why they should do something before agreeing. They often give full effort to causes they believe in and may find productivity both in solitary and group settings, highlighting the balance of introspection and action driven by personal values .

The Multiple Intelligences Inventory indicates that individuals with strong musical intelligence easily pick up on patterns, focus on noise and sounds, enjoy music in various forms, and can remember things by putting them in a rhyme. This form of intelligence assists in learning and problem-solving by helping individuals use rhythm and musicality to memorize information, solve auditory puzzles, and engage in tasks requiring rhythmic and auditory recognition. Such individuals may also find pleasure in musical activities and see musicals as more interesting than dramatic plays .

Individuals who score high in traits related to an appreciation for nature and environmental issues typically enjoy categorizing things by common traits, care deeply about ecological issues, find hiking and camping enjoyable, and actively work on a garden. They also believe preserving National Parks is important, which suggests an intrinsic motivation towards conservation and sustainability efforts. These traits manifest in daily activities such as recycling, spending a significant amount of time outdoors, studying biology, botany or zoology, and involving themselves in environmental causes .

Individuals with high linguistic intelligence enjoy playing with words through puns, anagrams, and spoonerisms and write for pleasure. They typically have interests in foreign languages and enjoy participating in debates and public speaking. Such traits enhance their communication skills, enabling them to articulate ideas clearly, keep journals, and express thoughts creatively. Their communication capabilities are further enhanced by their enjoyment of word puzzles and a strong command of language .

Naturalistic intelligence is linked with a strong concern for ecological and environmental issues. Those high in this intelligence think critically about preserving natural resources such as National Parks, engage actively in recycling, and enjoy environmental activities like gardening and camping. This intelligence reflects a deep-rooted appreciation for nature and recognizes the significance of studying life sciences such as biology and botany, which offers a broader perspective on global and ecological challenges .

The inventory highlights that those with bodily-kinesthetic intelligence often enjoy making things with their hands, find it hard to sit still, and enjoy outdoor games and sports. These individuals value non-verbal communication, consider a fit body important for a fit mind, and live active lifestyles. These traits reflect in lifestyle choices that revolve around physical activity, expression through dance, and a preference for hands-on learning or learning by doing .

Intrapersonal intelligence significantly influences learning preferences by promoting learning with emotional attachments and an understanding of personal values. Motivation increases as individuals engage in tasks aligned with their beliefs, and they are likely to be deeply committed to causes they value. Such individuals need a clear reason before engaging in learning or tasks, demonstrating introspection and self-reflection in their approach to acquiring knowledge and skills .

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