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1/13 What Kind of Volunteer are You?
So you want to make the world a better place and
you’d like to volunteer, but where do you start?
Volunteering at your school is a great place to start. Now you
just have to figure out what kind of volunteering you would enjoy. What would you be best at? This quiz will help you discover your skills and interests.
Volunteer (vol-un-TEER):
• a person who works to help others, not for anything in return, but just because he or she wants to and it’s fun!
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2/13 What Kind of Volunteer are You?
In a notebook or on a piece of paper, write down one answer to each of the following questions that best describes you. Have fun!
On the weekend, what do you like most to do?
Go to a sporting event
Come up with your own idea for an activity for you and your friends
Go see a movie or visit an art gallery or museum
Do what a friend suggests
At school, what do you prefer to do?
Go outside and dig, climb the monkey bars, or look at the clouds
Lead a group project
Work on math or spelling by yourself
Help other students with a subject you’re good at
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B
C
D
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B
C
D
3/13 What Kind of Volunteer are You?
The actor who plays a leading role
The director who is in charge of the play and the actors
The designer who creates and builds the set
The props co-ordinator who makes sure all the props are made and ready for the performance
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B
C
D
If you were on a spaceship, what job would you like?
The pilot who flies the ship
The chief engineer who keeps the ship in perfect working order
The designer who makes great looking uniforms for the entire crew
The navigator who keeps the ship on course
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B
C
D
Your class is making plans to put on a play. What job would you like most?
4/13 What Kind of Volunteer are You?
A
B
C
D
If you had the chance to meet a famous person, which of these people would you like to meet?
Wayne Gretzky, a great Canadian hockey player and coach
Albert Einstein, a genius who can explain strange and interesting mathematical and scientific mysteries
Pablo Picasso, a talented artist whose work is admired around the world
Craig Kielburger, a Canadian whose work to help children in need is respected all over the world
Which classes or courses do you enjoy most?
Physical Education/Gym
Mathematics/Computers
Art
Language/Social Studies/Geography
ABCD
5/13 What Kind of Volunteer are You?
If you were stranded on a deserted island with two other people, what would you probably do first?
Hike across the whole island to see if there was any sign of civilization
Organize your personal belongings and make sure you have enough food and water
Write a message on the beach with coconuts and branches in case any ships or planes happen to pass by the island
Build a shelter and make it comfy for everyone
What describes your room best?
A storage place for your sports equipment
Neat and tidy
Like a gallery, with every surface covered in art
Designed for comfort and relaxation
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B
C
D
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B
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6/13 What Kind of Volunteer are You?
A
B
CD
D
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B
C
When you come home from school or an after-school program, what do you usually do first?
Go outside and shoot basketball hoops or play road hockey
Organize your hockey cards or another favourite collection
Play an instrument
Go to see what your friends are up to
What type of vacation would you like most?
Hiking on a mountain or swimming in the ocean
Taking a guided tour through particular sites you are interested in
Visiting theatres, galleries, or museums
Visiting friends or seeing relatives
7/13 What Kind of Volunteer are You?
Of these four items, which one would you most like to receive as a gift?
A baseball mitt, basketball, or any other sports equipment
Software or a video game A music CD
A gift certificate or coupon to your favourite store
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BCD
AB
CD
Of these four jobs, which one would you want?
Professional athlete
Business executive who is in charge of running a company
Author or artist
Teacher
8/13 What Kind of Volunteer are You?
A
B
C
D
If you were part of a house, which part would you like to be?
The roof, because you like to be outside and experience nature
The walls, because you like to hold the house together
The interior, because you like to design and decorate
The foundation, because you like to support the house and keep it from falling down
ABCD
When you go to a shopping mall, which store do you go in first?
A sporting goods or sportswear store
An electronics store
A photo or art-supply store
A department or clothing store
9/13 What Kind of Volunteer are You?
Right now, what would you like to be doing?
Camping
Reading
Drawing
Cooking
AB
CD
10/13 What Kind of Volunteer are You?
Tally Your Score
To find out how you scored, count the number of times you answered A, B, C, and D. Each letter corresponds to one of the categories below. The more times you answered with one letter, the more likely you are suited to
that volunteer job category. For example, if you answered most often with C, then you fit into the Artist category and should look for a position that will allow you to tell stories, paint, or do crafts.
11/13 What Kind of Volunteer are You?
Here’s a look at the volunteer categories and the types of jobs that belong to each:
AthleteIf you mainly answered with A, then you’re a sporty, outdoorsy person. You’re probably energetic and may be a natural leader. You should look for work that will let you be out in the fresh air, or something that will allow you to take a more active role.
Ideal volunteer activities: water and keep the garden or wildlife habitat in your schoolyard free of litter and garbage; organize playground games for younger children to play during recess.
ManagerIf B was your most common answer, you’ve probably got a good eye for detail. You’re a well-organized person who can bring order to group projects. Look for jobs that will allow you to take control, make decisions, and or-ganize. Your strengths will be in working with others and keeping track of things.
Ideal volunteer activities: help to plan and organize a dragon parade for your class to cel-ebrate Chinese New Year; arrange for a used clothing drive at your school to help others.
12/13 What Kind of Volunteer are You?
Artist If your answer sheet has a lot of Cs on it, then it’s also likely to have a lot of doodles. You’re an artist, and you should look for jobs that will let you flex your creative muscle.
Ideal volunteer activities: design a bulletin board at school to display children’s art work; read stories to younger kids at the library.
Team PlayerIf most of your answers were Ds, then you are ready to fill many different roles. As a team player, you can always be relied on to get a job done. Once an idea is in place, you’re the one who can work with others to complete a job. And you’re ready to lend a hand when some-one really needs help.
Ideal volunteer activities: collect tickets and seat guests for a school play or concert; assist younger children who need help with their homework.
13/13 What Kind of Volunteer are You?
Whatever your answers are, there are volunteer opportunities for you. Your parents and teachers can help you find the job that’s right for you. Volunteering is a great experience, a lot of fun, and will make you and someone else feel great.
