Intelligence Type
Famous People
Careers
Criticisms
Go Further
100

The ability to produce and appreciate rhythm, pitch, and timbre

What is Musical Intelligence

100

Some people argue that this man was the greatest basketball player of all time, and he was high in bodily-kinesthetic intelligence

Who is Michael Jordan

100

Athletes and dancers are usually high in this type of intelligence

What is bodily-kinesthetic intelligence 

100

What is the most common criticism of Gardiner's theory? 

That his eight different "intelligences" simply represent talents, personality traits, and abilities

100

True or False: Multiple intelligences theory states that everyone has all eight intelligences at varying degrees of proficiency 

What is True

200

People with this intelligence type have the ability to control body movements and handle objects skillfully 

What is Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence 

200

This famous painter who eventually took his own life was probably high in visual-spatial intelligence

Who is Vincent Van Gogh

200

If you're strong in ___________, good career choices for you are:

  • Writer/journalist
  • Lawyer
  • Teacher

What is linguistic-verbal intelligence 

200

Some psychologists claim it is hard to prove the usefulness of multiple intelligence theory because Gardiner did not perform an ________ research, but simply compiled lots of case studies. 

What is experimental

200

Which types of intelligence did Gardiner say were most valued in school and society? 

What are linguistic and logical-mathematical 

300

The ability to recognize and categorize animals, plants, and other objects in nature

What is Naturalistic intelligence

300

This composer who is still living and recently composed the score for the Dune movies displays very high musical intelligence

Who is Hans Zimmer

300

People with this type of intelligence might enjoy careers in science and engineering

What is logical-mathematical intelligence 

300

What educational theory is multiple intelligence theory sometimes mistakenly compared to? 

What is learning styles theory

300

What are the three additional types of intelligence that Gardiner proposed? 

spiritual intelligence, existential intelligence, and moral intelligence

400

The capacity to detect and respond appropriately to the moods, motivations, and desires of others

What is Interpersonal intelligence 

400

This man's verbal intelligence was so high that his works are still performed and read even though he has been dead more than 400 years

Who is William Shakespeare

400

Philosophers and politicians may not seem to have much in common, but they both probably have this type of intelligence

What is interpersonal intelligence 

400

Ironically, Gardiner's main criticism of traditional IQ theory, that it causes people to _______ each other, is a problem that his theory ultimately failed to solve. 

What is label

400

What is the difference between multiple intelligence theory and learning styles theory? 

While both theories emphasize the importance of recognizing and valuing individual differences in learning and development, multiple intelligence theory proposes a broader and more diverse range of intelligences beyond traditional academic abilities, while learning styles are focused on preferences for processing information.

500

The capacity to think in images and visualize accurately and abstractly

What is Visual-spatial intelligence  

500

This man is likely the most well-known scientist who ever lived, and he was very high in mathematical intelligence

Who is Albert Einstein

500

People like pastors, theologians, and religious studies professors may display a ninth type of intelligence that Gardiner proposed later in his career. What is this type of intelligence? 

What is existential intelligence

500

Some psychologists say that relying too heavily on multiple intelligence test results can be problematic because of these reasons: ______________

It can cause students to believe they are only good at one thing; people will stop trying to learn new abilities because they think they don't have the right intelligence; it might cause students to narrow their career options too much, etc. 

500

How can understanding the theory of multiple intelligences help people improve their lives? (Several possible answers, give at least three.) 

Understanding the theory of multiple intelligences can contribute to self-awareness and personal growth by providing a framework for recognizing and valuing different strengths and abilities.

By identifying their own unique mix of intelligences, individuals can gain a greater understanding of their own strengths and limitations and develop a more well-rounded sense of self.

Additionally, recognizing and valuing the diverse strengths and abilities of others can promote empathy, respect, and cooperation in personal and professional relationships.