Big Five Inventory, BFI-2 Test - the question form
Questions: 60 · 11 minutes
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1. I am someone who is outgoing, sociable.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
2. Is compassionate and kind.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
3. Tends to be disorganized.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
4. Relaxed; handles stress well.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
5. Is someone who has little interest in art.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
6. Is assertive.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
7. Is respectful toward others.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
8. Prefers to relax rather than work.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
9. Does not lose optimism in the face of setbacks.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
10. Is intellectual.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
11. Often feels tired.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
12. Tends to find fault with other people’s actions.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
13. Is trustworthy and dependable.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
14. Has mood swings; has frequent emotional ups and downs.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
15. Is inventive and finds clever ways to do things.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
16. Tends to be quiet.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
17. Is less sympathetic to others.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
18. Is organized and likes to keep things in order.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
19. Gets nervous easily.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
20. Is enthusiastic about art, music, or literature.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
21. Is dominant, acts as a leader.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
22. Is tactless in communication.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
23. Has difficulty getting started on tasks.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
24. Is harmonious and satisfied with life.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
25. Avoids intellectual and philosophical discussions.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
26. Is passive and sluggish.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
27. Is trusting of others, in general.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
28. Breaks commitments.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
29. Is emotionally stable; not easily upset.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
30. Thinks in conventional, stereotyped ways.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
31. Is sometimes shy or reserved.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
32. Is considerate and unselfish with others.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
33. Is thorough and careful.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
34. Tends to worry a lot.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
35. Appreciates art and beauty.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
36. Believes that I have difficulty influencing people.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
37. Can be rude to others.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
38. Is productive and gets things done.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
39. Often feels sad.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
40. Is complex, a deep thinker.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
41. Is full of energy.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
42. Is suspicious of others' intentions.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
43. Is dependable and can always be counted on.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
44. Keeps their emotions under control.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
45. Is not inventive.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
46. Is talkative.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral; no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
47. Helpful only if it benefits me.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
48. Tends to leave a mess; dislikes cleaning up.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
49. Rarely feels anxious or afraid.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
50. Thinks that theater and poetry are boring.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral; no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
51. Prefers to have others make decisions.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
52. Is polite and courteous in interactions with others.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
53. Persistent; sees tasks through to completion.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
54. Tends to feel sad or depressed.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
55. Is not very interested in abstract ideas.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
56. Generates a lot of enthusiasm.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
57. Tends to see only the good in other people.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
58. Often behaves irresponsibly.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
59. Is emotional, easily upset.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
60. Is inventive; comes up with new ideas
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
1. I am someone who is sociable, outgoing.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
2. Is compassionate and kind.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
3. Tends to be disorganized.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
4. Relaxed; handles stress well.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
5. Has little interest in art.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
6. Is assertive.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
7. Is respectful toward others.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
8. Prefers leisure to work.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
9. Does not lose optimism when things go wrong.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
10. Is intellectual.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
11. Often feels tired.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
12. Tends to find fault with other people's actions.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
13. Reliable, dependable.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
14. Has moods with emotional “ups” and “downs.”
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
15. Is inventive and finds clever ways to solve problems.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
16. Tends to be quiet.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
17. Is not very sympathetic toward other people.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
18. Is organized and likes to keep things in order.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
19. Gets nervous easily.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
20. Is interested in art, music, or literature.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
21. Is dominant; acts as a leader.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
22. Is tactless in communication.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
23. Has difficulty getting started on tasks.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
24. Is harmonious and satisfied with life.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
25. Avoids intellectual and philosophical conversations.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
26. Is passive, unenergetic.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
27. Is generally trusting of others.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
28. Breaks commitments.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
29. Is emotionally stable and not easily upset.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral; no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
30. Tends to think in a stereotyped, conventional way.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
31. Tends to be shy, introverted.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
32. Is considerate and unselfish.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
33. Is diligent and neat.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
34. Tends to worry a lot.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
35. Values art and beauty.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
36. I find it difficult to influence other people.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
37. Is sometimes rude to others.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
38. Is productive and gets things done.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
39. Often feels sad.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
40. Is complex, a deep thinker.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
41. Is full of energy.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
42. Is suspicious of others' intentions.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
43. Is dependable and can always be counted on.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
44. Keeps emotions under control.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
45. Not inventive.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
46. Talkative.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
47. Helpful only when it benefits me.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
48. Tends to leave a mess; does not like to clean up.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
49. Rarely feels anxious or afraid.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
50. Thinks that theater and poetry are boring.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
51. Prefers that others make the decisions.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
52. Is polite and courteous in interactions with others.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
53. Is persistent and sees tasks through to completion.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
54. Tends to feel sad or depressed.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
55. Is not very interested in abstract ideas.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
56. Generates enthusiasm; tends to be contagious.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
57. Tends to see only the good in other people.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
58. Often behaves irresponsibly.
1 – Strongly disagree
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Strongly agree
59. Is emotional, unstable.
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neutral, no opinion
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly
60. Is inventive and comes up with new ideas
1 – Disagree strongly
2 – Disagree a little
3 – Neither agree nor disagree
4 – Agree a little
5 – Agree strongly