Color Test
Adapted from Don Lowry’s “True
Colors Communications Group”
Which picture best describes you?
Which picture best describes you?
Which best describes you?
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I like to be free as a bird.
I like fun and exciting
things to do.
I like games and contests,
and I go all out to win.
I enjoy doing things with
friends, esp. when we don’t
have to plan ahead.
I like to entertain my class
and use my hands.
I don’t like rules.
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I like to do everything right
and have things org.
That’s b/c I know I will get
rewarded for it.
Sometimes it is with money,
which I like to save.
I like teachers who stay on
one subject. I like to follow
rules.
Everyone has chores, and I
do my part.
Which best describes you?
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I like it when everything is
nice and easy going.
I try to get along w/ friends
and even others who aren’t
nice to me.
My favorite teachers are the
ones I think care about me.
I like to read stories w/
happy endings.
I appreciate my family, and
try to get along with them.
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I like to know about all sorts
of subjects.
I always ask questions and
enjoy learning different
ways to do things
I get really bored if the
teacher or subject does not
interest me.
I like to spend time alone in
my room. I can spend
hours playing computer
games. I follow rules as
long as they make sense to
me.
Which of the follow best describes
you?
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Active, Opportunistic, Spontaneous
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Parental, Traditional, Responsible
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Authentic, Harmonious, Compassionate
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Versatile, Inventive, Competent
Which of the following best
describes you?
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Competitive, Impetuous, Impactful
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Practical, Sensible, Dependable
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Unique, Empathetic, Communicative
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Curious, Conceptual, Knowledgeable
Which of the following best
describes you?
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Realistic, Open-minded, Adventuresome
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Loyal, Conservative, Organized
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Devoted, Warm, Poetic
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Theoretical, Seeking, Ingenious
Which of the following best
describes you?
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Daring, Impulsive, Fun
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Concerned, Procedural, Cooperative
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Tender, Inspirational, Dramatic
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Determined, Complex, Composed
Which of the following best
describes you?
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Exciting, Courageous, Skillful
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Orderly, Conventional, Caring
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Vivacious, Affectionate, Sympathetic
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Philosophical, Principled, Rational
Total your scores for each color.
Visual
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Five word groups
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The color with the most points is YOUR color!
Put it into practice
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Divide into four groups according to color.
As a group, design the ideal school.
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Name
Motto/logo
Song
Colors/mascot
Flag
School rules
Discipline code
Student rights
Put it into practice
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Describe the traits/characteristics of:
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Administrators, teachers, students
Describe the school (size, location,
classrooms, structure, etc.)
What clubs/activities will be available?
What would the curriculum be like?
How would you ensure every student was
successful at your school?
ORANGE
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Keys to personal success•Dream of: being free, spontaneous,
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Impulse to really live
Test the limits
Natural entertainer
Spontaneous
relationships
Ability to act in a crisis
Love tools
Defeats only temporary
Consider waiting as
emotional death
impetuous
•Value: skill, grace, finesse, charisma
•Regard: Opportunity, competition
•Dislike: Rigidness, authority
•Express: Optimism, impatience,
eagerness, confidence
•Foster: Recreation, fun, enjoyment
•Respect: Skill and artistic expression
•Promote: Stimulation and risk
Orange - Dating
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No one lazy or who has no energy.
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Someone fun, easy going
Orange – In love
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Seek a relationship with shared activities
and interests.
With my mate, I like to explore new ways
to energize the relationship.
I enjoy giving extravagant gifts that bring
obvious leisure to my loved one.
Orange - Childhood
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I had the most difficult time fitting into
academic routine.
I learned by doing and experiencing
rather than by listening and reading.
I need physical involvement and
am motivated by own natural
competitive nature and sense of fun.
Orange - Work
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Fun people with a
good sense of humor
“We have time to get
it done” attitude
Fun before work
Procrastination
Looks at the fastest
way to get things done
Want diverse,
energetic people
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Dislikes
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Redundancy, boredom
Stuffy
Serious people that
can’t relax and are too
rigid with rules
GOLD
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Keys to Success
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Generosity
Work ethic
Sense of history, dignity,
culture
Steadfastness
Value of order,
predictability
Home and family
Parental nature
Establishing and
organizing institutions
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Dream of: Assets, wealth,
influence, status, security
Value: Dependability,
accountability, responsibility
Regard: Service, dedication
Dislike: Disobedience, nonconformity, insubordination
Express: Concern, stability,
purpose
Foster: Institutions, traditions
Respect: Loyalty and obligation
Promote: Groups, ties, bonds,
associations, organizations
Gold - Dating
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Someone
Someone
Someone
Someone
stable
loyal and honest
dependable
who shares responsibility
Gold – In love
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Very serious
I have a traditional and conservative view
on marriage and love.
I want a mate who can work with me.
I want a secure life together.
I demonstrate love and affection through
practical things I do.
Gold - Childhood
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I always wanted to follow the rules and
regulations of the school.
I understood and respected authority and
was comfortable with academic routine.
I was the easiest of all types of children to
adapt to the education system.
Gold - Work
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People who treat each
other with respect
Everyone pulls own
weight
Work is equal among all
Want to know
expectations
Work before play
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Dislikes
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Liars and gossip
People with little integrity
Lazy, no personal
responsibility, constant
goofing around
BLUE
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Keys to success
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Authenticity as a
standard
Seeking reality
Devotion to relationships
Cultivating others’
potential
Writing and speaking
poetically
Self-searching, spiritual
Sensitivity to subtlety
Make a difference in the
world
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Dream of: Love, affection,
authenticity
Value: Compassion, sympathy,
rapport
Regard: Meaning, significance,
identity
Dislike: Hypocrisy, deception
insecurity
Express: Vivacity, enthusiasm,
inspiration
Foster: Potential growth in
people, harmony
Respect: Nurturing, empathy,
sharing of feelings
Promote: Growth and
development in others
Blue - Dating
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No one rude or disrespectful
Someone who is kind, caring
No one who fights too much
No one mean to others or self
Someone who has a good heart
Blue – In love
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Seek harmonious relationships.
I’m a true romantic and believe in perfect
love that lasts forever.
I bring drama, warmth, and empathy to all
relationships.
I enjoy symbols of romance such as
flowers, candlelight, and music; I also
cherish the small gestures of love.
Blue - Childhood
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I was extremely imaginative and found it
difficult to fit into the structure of school
life.
I reacted with great sensitivity to
discordance or rejection and sought
recognition rather than to compete.
Blue - Work
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Smaller, more
personalized, supportive,
helpful to each other
Like a family to feel close
and connected
Enjoy being around each
other
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Dislikes
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Loud, rude, obnoxious
people
Hard to say no to people
GREEN
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Keys to success
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Developing models
Abstract thinking
Analytical process
Variety of interests
Striving for competency
Storing wisdom and
knowledge
Perfectionist
Abhorring redundancy
Precise language
Handling complexity
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Dream of: Truth, perfection,
accuracy
Value: Answers, resolutions,
intelligence, explanations
Regard: Efficiency, increased
output, reduced waste
Dislike: Injustice, unfairness
Express: Coolness, calm and
collected reservation
Foster: Inventions, technology
Respect: Knowledge, capability
Promote: Effectiveness,
competence, know-how
Green - Dating
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Someone with knowledge
Someone they respect
No “flakes”
No unmotivated people
No one too emotional
Green – In love
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I prefer to let my hand rule my heart.
I dislike repetition, so it’s hard to express my
feelings.
I believe once feelings are started they are
obvious to a partner.
I am very uneasy when my emotions control
me.
I want to establish a relationship so I let it
maintain itself.
Green - Childhood
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I appeared to be older than my years and
focused on my interests achieving in any
subjects that were mentally stimulating.
I was impatient with drill and routinely
questioned authority and found it
necessary to respect teachers before I
could learn from them.
Green - Work
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Likes
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People who value and
respect their job
People of high integrity
People who take their job
seriously and work hard
to do a good job
People need to see worth
in their job
Must feel that job gives
them self worth
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Dislikes
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People who are slow
learners, do a job too
quickly, and don’t do it
right (or do it sloppy)