Quiz: How American Are You?
Have you ever ordered a “venti” coffee without feeling weird about it? Or automatically smiled at a stranger in the supermarket? Congratulations, there’s already something American in you. Even if you’ve never been to the US and only watched “Friends” with subtitles. Our quiz will help you figure out how deeply American cultural codes have settled in you – and it’s way more fun than it seems at first glance.
Jane Coles
Jane, an alumnus of Reed College's Communications program and former editor at a major digital media platform, has spent a decade creating viral personality quizzes and pop culture content for leading entertainment websites. Her background in digital media helps her craft entertaining questions that engage millions of users worldwide. When not developing content, Jane finds solace in globe-trotting, supporting animal shelters, and mastering yoga poses.
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1. You're at a restaurant and your server introduces themselves. What's your reaction?
- Exchange names and chat about the weather
- Smile warmly and order while making occasional small talk
- Politely acknowledge but keep it professional
- Find it unusual they're being so personal
2. Someone asks how far away something is. How do you measure it?
- About 20 minutes by car
- A mix of miles and landmarks
- In actual distance, but you understand the time method
- Strictly in kilometers or meters
3. You're watching a sport on TV. Which commercial break tradition speaks to you?
- Time to raid the kitchen for seven-layer dip
- Quick bathroom break, but you're invested in the game
- Mute it and check your phone
- Skip watching entirely - you'll catch highlights online
4. Your ideal breakfast beverage container is:
- A 20-oz tumbler you can take in the car
- A regular mug, but refilled at least twice
- A nice ceramic cup, properly sized
- A small espresso cup or tea glass
5. You see someone wearing pajamas at the grocery store. Your thought?
- Must be Sunday morning - totally normal
- A bit casual, but you've done it too
- Slightly surprising but not your business
- Don't they have proper clothes?
6. The perfect movie theater experience includes:
- Bucket of popcorn with butter pump and a giant soda
- Some snacks, but the portions seem excessive
- Maybe small popcorn to share
- Nothing - eating during movies is distracting
7. When giving directions, you're most likely to reference:
- The nearest chain store or fast-food restaurant
- A mix of businesses and street names
- Actual street names and cardinal directions
- Public transport stops and walking distances
8. Your medicine cabinet organization philosophy:
- Bottles of 500-count painkillers and vitamins in bulk
- Well-stocked but not warehouse-level quantities
- Just the essentials in normal sizes
- Minimal - you prefer natural remedies first
9. A neighbor you barely know is moving. What do you do?
- Show up with your truck and some friends to help
- Offer to help if they need an extra pair of hands
- Wave and wish them luck
- Mind your own business unless asked
10. Your ideal grocery shopping cart contains:
- Family-size everything and a flat of water bottles
- Mix of bulk items and fresh ingredients
- Week's worth of diverse ingredients
- Fresh items for the next few days from the local market
11. Someone compliments your outfit. Your response:
- Thanks! I got it on sale at Target for $12!
- Thank you! with a genuine smile
- Modest thanks with slight surprise
- Polite but wondering why they're commenting
12. The thermostat wars in your home/office are:
- Eternal - AC blasting in summer, heat cranked in winter
- Real, but you try to find middle ground
- Occasional - you prefer natural temperature when possible
- Non-existent - you adapt to seasons naturally
13. Your Halloween philosophy is:
- Decorations up October 1st, full-size candy bars for trick-or-treaters
- Carved pumpkin and a bowl of fun-size chocolates
- Token participation - maybe a pumpkin
- Just another day in October
14. At a work meeting, someone brings donuts. You:
- Grab your favorite before they're gone and thank them enthusiastically
- Take one after others have picked
- Maybe take half of one if offered
- Politely decline - too sweet for morning