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How Compatible Are You?

This quiz will help test how compatible you and your partner's personalities are. You should each rate the truth of these 20 statements based on the following scale. Circle the number that reflects your feelings. Total your scores and check the interpretation following the quiz.

1 Never true
2 Sometimes true
3 Frequently true
4 Always true
We can communicate our innermost thoughts effectively. _____
We trust each other. _____
We agree on whose needs come first. _____
We have realistic expectations of each other and of ourselves. _____
Individual growth is important within our relationship. _____
We will go on as a couple even if our partner doesn't change.. _____
Our personal problems are discussed with each other first. _____
We both do our best to compromise. _____
We usually fight fairly. _____
We try not to be rigid or unyielding. _____
We keep any needs to be "perfect" in proper perspective. _____
We can balance the desire to be sociable with the need to be alone. _____
We both make friends and keep them. _____
Neither of us stays down or up for long periods. _____
We can tolerate the other's mood without being affected by it. _____
We can deal with disappointment and disillusionment. _____
Both of us can tolerate failure. _____
We can both express anger appropriately. _____
We are both assertive when necessary. _____
We agree on how our personal surroundings are kept. _____
Your Total Points _____
Interpretation
  • 20-35: You are your partner seem quite compatible. Professional help may open your lines of communication.
  • 36-55: You probably need more awareness and compromise.
  • 56-70: You are highly compatible. However, be aware of the areas where you can improve.
  • 71-80: Your relationship is very fulfilling.
To Carry This Further

Ask your partner to take this test too. You may have a one-sided view of a "perfect" relationship. Even if you scored high on this assessment, be aware of areas where you can still improve.