Answer each question honestly. Score 1 point for every “Yes” answer.
1. Do you often take the opposite stance in a conversation, even when you don’t strongly believe in it?
• Example: Arguing that the sky isn’t really blue because it’s just light scattering.
2. Do you rely on questionable or unconventional sources to back up your arguments?
• Example: Saying, “I read it on a blog somewhere” as your main evidence.
3. Have you ever disagreed with a majority opinion simply because it felt too popular?
• Example: Refusing to like a widely loved movie just to stand out.
4. Do you often hear groans, sighs, or see eye rolls when you share your opinions?
• Example: People preemptively saying, “Here we go again,” when you speak.
5. Do you enjoy debating minor or irrelevant topics, even if it frustrates others?
• Example: Spending 20 minutes arguing whether soup is a drink or a food.
Results
• 0 Points: Not a contrariot—your arguments have purpose and logic!
• 1–2 Points: You might have contrariot tendencies, but nothing too disruptive.
• 3–4 Points: You’re a contrariot-in-training. People probably brace themselves when you start talking.
• 5 Points: Congratulations, you’re a full-blown contrariot! You argue for the sake of it, even if it makes no sense.
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