Question 1: A person who wants to make the important decisions is a(n)
- Dynamic learner.
- Bridge learner.
- Strong-Willed learner.
- Avoidance learner.
Question 2: Your coworker likes to take a challenging project and solve it by herself. She is most closely associated with Use First of the ____________ Pattern.
- Sequence
- Precision
- Technical Reasoning
- Confluence
Question 3: Someone who avoids the Sequence Pattern will typically
- Place information into categories.
- Place a high priority on achieving goals in a timely manner.
- Want to have a well-ordered life.
- Have little interest in detailed directions for a project.
Question 4: Someone who always keeps the big picture in mind and likes to explore lots of ideas, often simultaneously, is Use First for the ____________ Pattern.
- Sequence
- Precision
- Technical Reasoning
- Confluence
Question 5: The ____________ Pattern uses the most words, whereas the ____________ Pattern uses the fewest words.
- Precision; Technical Reasoning
- Technical Reasoning; Sequence
- Confluence; Sequence
- Sequence; Precision
Question 6: Someone who likes to fix things without talking or writing about what he is doing is most closely associated with Use First of the ____________ Pattern.
- Sequence
- Precision
- Technical Reasoning
- Confluence
Question 7: A person who can feel themselves shifting from the use of one Learning Pattern to another is a(n)
- Dynamic learner.
- Bridge learner.
- Strong-Willed learner.
- Avoidance learner.
Question 8: Thinking based on information is most closely associated with Use First for the ____________ Pattern.
- Sequence
- Precision
- Technical Reasoning
- Confluence
Question 9: Someone who is a natural leader exhibits this Learning Pattern:
- Dynamic learner.
- Bridge learner.
- Strong-Willed learner.
- Avoidance learner.
Question 10: Which of the following is most closely associated with the Precision Pattern?
- "Puzzle solver"
- "Walking encyclopedia"
- "Time management fanatic"
- "Possibilities thinker"
Question 11: Frequent use of metaphors is a key characteristic of the ____________ Pattern.
- Sequence
- Precision
- Technical Reasoning
- Confluence
Question 12: The Learning Connections Inventory
- Was developed by theoretical psychologists, but has not yet been tested.
- Has been in use for nearly 100 years.
- Applies to only a minority of learners, but is very useful nonetheless.
- Helps you understand yourself and improve your learning skills.
Question 13: When it comes to the different combinations of Learning Patterns, it is true that
- All combinations are useful in contributing to learning success.
- Some combinations are far more useful than others in contributing to learning success.
- Many combinations are actually detrimental to learning success.
- There is one specific combination that works best for all people, if they'll just apply it.
Question 14: This type of learner has the largest number of Use First Patterns:
- Dynamic learner.
- Bridge learner.
- Strong-Willed learner.
- Avoidance learner.
Question 15: Someone who is Use First for the Confluence Pattern
- Has difficulty developing ideas
- Takes a fluid, multifaceted approach to a project.
- Thrives on logical organization and detailed to-do lists.
- Is a good follower, but not a good leader.
Question 16: Someone who is Use First for the Confluence Pattern will likely
- Want to know in detail how something works before using it in a project.
- Be a risk taker who likes to explore all potential solutions for a project.
- Take the time to learn all relevant information before proceeding with a project.
- Need a clear plan before proceeding with a project.
Question 17: If you skip reading directions for a task and frequently miss deadlines you likely Avoid this Pattern:
- Sequence
- Precision
- Technical Reasoning
- Confluence
Question 18: Knowing your Learning Patterns is important primarily because
- You can use that knowledge to respond best to a given situation.
- You need to know it for this specific course.
- Most employers will ask for your Learning Patterns during a job interview.
- Your college instructors will use your Learning Patterns to create a custom curriculum for you.
Question 19: Enjoying using tools and precise instruments is a key characteristic of the ____________ Pattern.
- Sequence
- Precision
- Technical Reasoning
- Confluence
Question 20: A person who is Use as Needed for all four Learning Patterns is a(n)
- Dynamic learner.
- Bridge learner.
- Strong-Willed learner.
- Avoidance learner.