Can We Guess How You Show Affection?

By: Jennifer Post
Estimated Completion Time
5 min
Can We Guess How You Show Affection?
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About This Quiz

Find the people you love and hold them close. Oh, that's not your style? That's cool. There's tons of ways you can show affection. A simple kiss on the cheek or even something non-physical like cooking someone dinner can show them just how much you care about them. The key is to find someone who complements your displays of affection. Did you know that someone actually wrote a book dedicated to the five ways people show love? While love and affection don't necessarily mean the same thing, it's an interesting guideline to figure out where you fall on the scale.

Public displays of affection always come under fire. There are some who are more than comfortable making out in public, while some don't even do so much as hold hands. PDA can make some bystanders uncomfortable while for others it brings out a sense of warmth to see couples so happy and in love. Think about yourself. How do you feel about it? PDA is a good place to start as well if you want to know how you show affection and what you're comfortable with. But the ultimate first step is taking this quiz! Do it now and we'll guess how you show affection.

Do you expect a return on the shows of affection that you give?
That would defeat the purpose.
Depends on the person
That would certainly be nice.
Yes, but a different way of showing it.

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Would you rather be hugged or give a hug?
Give a hug for sure
A mutual hug is the best kind.
Being hugged is amazing.
Neither

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How many times have you been in love?
A couple of times.
A million times
Only once
More than a few, but not more than I can count

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In a romantic relationship, what's the most important thing to making it work?
Letting them know how you feel every day
Doing nice things without being asked
Communication
Having a life outside of the relationship

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Do you like to celebrate things like Valentine's Day and anniversaries?
I like to celebrate love all year round.
Anniversaries yes, but I don't care about Valentine's Day.
I love celebrating love.
Those are milestones worth celebrating.

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If you had to choose, what's the best way to meet a partner?
There is no "best" way.
At a coffee shop
A random meeting somewhere
At work

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When you're with your friends, what are you usually doing?
Hiking or working out
Working
At a protest march or community meeting
Watching our favorite show

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Are you good at remembering to send thank you notes after receiving gifts?
I'm terrible at that.
I really try.
I'm known for my thank you cards.
I say thank you in person.

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Let's say you had to tell someone something they definitely don't want to hear. How do you do it?
As gently as possible
I sit them down and tell them.
Over text
Tell them and then leave them be to deal with it

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When you have nieces or nephews, how would you show your love for them?
Wrap them up in hugs
Buy them stuff
Treat them like my own kids
Let them be kids

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Do you get caught off guard easily?
I'm easily startled.
Not really, no.
In certain situations
Way too easily

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Do you go all out for other people's birthdays?
I do whatever fits the person.
Not really.
I care more about other people's birthdays than I do my own.
If it's someone I really care about

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How do you feel about family vacations as an adult?
If it's with my partner and kids, I love the idea.
They're fine, but I want my own place to stay.
They feel like an obligation.
Short ones are great.

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Can you tell someone they've made a mistake or do you let them figure it out on their own?
Depends on the person
I'd find a nice way to help them fix it.
I kindly tell them they've made a mistake.
They can figure it out.

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Which level of PDA is appropriate for you and your partner?
Holding hands, hugging, little kisses
Holding hands is enough.
Anything that doesn't make others uncomfortable
None

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Do you appreciate when someone does something for you without you having to ask?
Yes, but they should probably be doing it anyway.
That's my favorite.
I do, but I appreciate other things more.
It helps to free up my day.

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Is undivided attention something you need from those close to you?
Definitely not.
I think there should be a balance.
Pretty much, yeah.
Alone time is crucial.

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When someone does do something nice for you, are you critical of the way they do it?
I'm very particular.
That would be so rude.
I'm just thankful they thought to do something for me.
At first, but then I back off.

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In relationships, romantic or not, do you find yourself wanting the other person more than they want you?
Literally always
Only with people who aren't meant to stay in my life
It's always pretty equal.
Probably the opposite

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Do actions speak louder than words?
100%
Yes, but once words are said they can't be taken back.
Only if the actions match the words
I don't agree with that.

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Would you consider yourself intimidating?
To some people
Definitely.
I would not, no.
I've been told that, but I don't see it.

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Was your childhood filled with acts of love and affection?
My parents had a great marriage.
I was always shown love.
Not overly, but it was enough.
Not really.

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Is it easy for you to calm down once you're angry?
A good talk usually does the trick.
I have to blow off some steam.
I can pull myself together easily.
I don't get angry very often.

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If someone takes a while to get back to you, do you assume they're mad at you?
I understand people get busy.
Depends how long it's been
Yeah, that hurts my feelings.
I just assume they didn't see it.

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What's the most common emotion you feel?
Elation
Exhaustion
Romantic
Jealousy

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Do you need some recovery time after a big social gathering?
Being social energizes me.
Yeah, I need a full day of doing nothing.
Maybe if there were a lot of people I don't know
Yes, but usually because I'm the one planning it.

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Are you the kind of person who needs to be everyone's friend?
I'd rather have fewer friends of higher quality.
I know some people won't like me.
I like being liked.
I don't need it, but it is nice.

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If you were unhappy in a situation, would you leave it?
It's not always that easy.
I absolutely would.
Depends on the situation.
I would try my hardest to improve the situation first.

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Would you rather live in organized chaos or just actual chaos?
Chaos can be fun.
Just organized, no chaos
Organized chaos should be my middle name.
My life is a mix of both.

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What's more sustainable: love or romance?
You can't have one without the other.
Love can last forever.
Romance is dead.
I want romance until the end of time.

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