Chaotic Neutral Test
Questions: 78 · 10 minutes
1. I resist being labeled as a hero or a villain; I’m just doing what makes sense to me.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
2. I don’t go out of my way to cause harm, but I won’t always choose the most compassionate option.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
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Agree
3. I sometimes enjoy seeing someone I dislike suffer setbacks.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
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Agree
4. I feel uneasy when there’s no clear hierarchy or chain of command.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
5. When joining a group, I naturally look for the rules and expectations first.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
6. I’m willing to forgive mistakes if someone is genuinely trying to do better.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
7. I would rather make my own code than follow someone else’s rules.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
8. I’d choose a solution that minimizes suffering, even if it means I get less.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
9. When authority figures give orders, my first instinct is to question or reinterpret them.
Strongly disagree
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10. I prefer personal codes over external rules, even if my code changes over time.
Strongly disagree
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11. I help others when I feel like it, but I don’t feel obligated to do so.
Strongly disagree
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12. I admire people who consistently follow rules and keep their promises to a system.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
13. If I see someone being bullied, I’m inclined to intervene or get help.
Strongly disagree
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14. I’m comfortable being unpredictable if it keeps my options open.
Strongly disagree
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15. I can justify hurting one person if it prevents me from being inconvenienced.
Strongly disagree
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16. I feel more comfortable when there are clear rules for how things should be done.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
17. Breaking a minor rule is acceptable if it helps me stay true to myself.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
Strongly agree
18. I’m willing to bend social norms if they feel arbitrary or restrictive.
Strongly disagree
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19. I prefer to decide what’s right in the moment rather than rely on fixed guidelines.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
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Strongly agree
20. I intentionally look for loopholes or creative workarounds in rules.
Strongly disagree
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Strongly agree
21. I would lie if it made my life easier, even if it caused someone else trouble.
Strongly disagree
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22. If I can shift blame onto someone else to avoid punishment, I’m likely to do it.
Strongly disagree
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23. I feel responsible for reducing harm to others when I’m able to.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
24. I dislike being tied down by long-term commitments that limit my freedom.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
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25. I tend to do things my own way, even if there’s an established procedure.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
26. I often choose the option that preserves my independence, even if it’s not the “right” or “wrong” choice.
Strongly disagree
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27. If someone insults me, I’m willing to ruin their reputation even if it’s disproportionate.
Strongly disagree
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28. If a rule seems pointless, I’m willing to ignore it.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
29. I avoid hurting people on purpose, but I won’t sacrifice my goals just to be “good.”
Strongly disagree
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30. I feel little or no guilt when my choices harm someone, as long as I benefit.
Strongly disagree
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31. I believe order and structure are necessary for people to function well together.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
32. If someone trusts me, that’s an opportunity I can use to get what I want.
Strongly disagree
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33. I don’t feel responsible for fixing every injustice I notice, even if I dislike unfairness.
Strongly disagree
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34. If a rule blocks what I want, I’m likely to look for a loophole or workaround.
Strongly disagree
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35. I can work with almost anyone if it benefits me, regardless of their “alignment.”
Strongly disagree
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Agree
36. I could knowingly sell or recommend something harmful if it made me good money.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
37. In a conflict, I prefer outcomes where everyone can walk away with dignity, not just me winning.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
38. I often consider how my choices might negatively affect people I don’t know.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
39. I would rather accept a personal loss than hurt an innocent person.
Strongly disagree
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40. I distrust systems that rely heavily on rules and bureaucracy.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
41. Traditions are valuable and should generally be preserved.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
42. If helping a stranger would cost me time and effort with no benefit, I usually still do it.
Strongly disagree
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43. I like to keep my schedule flexible so I can change plans on a whim.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
44. I often change my approach midway if a better idea pops up.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
45. I try to follow rules even when no one is watching.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
46. If I find a lost wallet, I’m tempted to keep the money if I can do it without consequences.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
47. I value spontaneity over consistency, even if it frustrates others sometimes.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
48. If I can avoid consequences, I may break a minor rule for convenience.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
49. If I can gain an advantage without being caught, I’m likely to take it even if it’s unfair.
Strongly disagree
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50. Causing harm is acceptable if it gets me what I want.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
51. I think most people are responsible for their own problems, so I don’t feel obliged to help.
Strongly disagree
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52. I prefer predictable routines over spontaneity.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
53. I’d rather ask for forgiveness than permission.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
54. I don’t feel strong loyalty to institutions; I’d rather decide case by case.
Strongly disagree
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55. I like environments where expectations are clearly defined and enforced.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
56. I think rules are mainly suggestions unless there’s a good reason to follow them.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
Strongly agree
57. When there’s a process in place, I stick to it even if it’s slower.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
Strongly agree
58. If I had power over others, I’d use it to get what I want rather than to protect people.
Strongly disagree
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59. I feel energized by uncertainty and last-minute changes.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
60. I would share credit and rewards fairly, even if I could claim more for myself.
Strongly disagree
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61. I try to be honest even when dishonesty would benefit me.
Strongly disagree
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62. I change plans easily if a new opportunity or impulse feels more interesting.
Strongly disagree
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63. If someone is in pain and I could help, it bothers me to do nothing.
Strongly disagree
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64. I think most people would behave better if rules were stricter and more consistently enforced.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
Strongly agree
65. When someone is vulnerable, it’s acceptable to take advantage of them if it benefits me.
Strongly disagree
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66. When planning a trip or project, I prefer to keep it open-ended rather than tightly organized.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
Strongly agree
67. I enjoy bending norms just to see what happens.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
68. I can be kind and generous, but I don’t want to be expected to be that way all the time.
Strongly disagree
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69. When a friend needs support, I show up even when it’s not enjoyable for me.
Strongly disagree
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70. I would sabotage someone’s work if it improved my chances of success.
Strongly disagree
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71. I value personal freedom more than stability or predictability.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
Strongly agree
72. I feel satisfied when everything is organized and in its proper place.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
Strongly agree
73. I get annoyed when people improvise instead of following the plan.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
Strongly agree
74. I respect authority mainly because it keeps things orderly.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
Strongly agree
75. Rules are optional guidelines unless I see a good reason to follow them.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
76. I’m more motivated by curiosity and freedom than by duty or tradition.
Strongly disagree
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77. I believe kindness is often a weakness people can exploit.
Strongly disagree
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Agree
78. Sometimes it feels acceptable to hurt people “a little” to keep them in line.
Strongly disagree
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Agree