Empathy Quiz
Empathy Quiz
Do you think you’re an empathetic person? Respond to each statement on Are You Empathetic? with “yes” if it describes something you do or “no” if you don’t do what is described. If you do not want to print out the quiz, you can discuss what answers students would give.
Are You Empathetic? Read each item below. Answer “yes” if the statement describes you or “no” if it does not.
1. I often think about other people’s feelings.
2. I don’t make fun of other people because I can imagine what it feels like to be in their shoes.
3. I listen to others about what they’re going through.
4. I try to understand other people’s point of view.
5. I am aware that not everyone reacts to situations the same way I do.
If you answered mostly “yes,” you probably do a good job of showing empathy toward other people. The statements you answered “no” to are things you could do to be more empathetic.
Discuss answers with students and ask them for examples.