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