http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/leonardo/thinker_quiz/research.shtml The different thinking styles Below is a list of the nine thinking styles tested in this quiz.

Do any of these remind you of friends or family? Why not get them to take the quiz and see if you are right? Logical-Mathematical Thinkers Logical-Mathematical thinkers:

Like to understand patterns and relationships between objects or actions Try to understand the world in terms of causes and effects Are good at thinking critically, and solving problems creatively

Like Logical-Mathematical thinkers, Leonardo based his theories on evidence rather than speculation.

Other Logical-Mathematical Thinkers include Isaac Newton, Archimedes, Albert Einstein Careers which suit Logical-Mathematical thinkers include Physicist, Chemist, Biologist, Lawyer, Computer Programmer, Engineer, Inventor

Linguistic Thinkers Linguistic thinkers:

Tend to think in words, and like to use language to express complex ideas. Are sensitive to the sounds and rhythms of words as well as their meanings.

Like linguistic thinkers, Leonardo made meticulous descriptions in his journals. He also made an effort to learn Latin - a foreign language

Other Linguistic Thinkers include William Shakespeare, Sylvia Plath, Anne Frank Careers which suit Linguistic thinkers include Journalist, Librarian, Salesperson, Proof-reader, Translator, Poet, Lyricist

Interpersonal Thinkers

Interpersonal thinkers:

Like to think about other people, and try to understand them Recognise differences between individuals and appreciate that different people have different perspectives Make an effort to cultivate effective relationships with family, friends and colleagues

Like interpersonal thinkers, Leonardo had lots of friends and contacts, and was a popular figure at the Italian court.

Other Interpersonal thinkers include Winston Churchill, Mother Teresa, William Shakespeare Careers which suit Interpersonal thinkers include Politician, Psychologist, Nurse, Counsellor, Teacher

Intrapersonal thinkers Intrapersonal thinkers:

Spend a lot of time thinking about and trying to understand themselves Reflect on their thoughts and moods, and work to improve them You understand how your behaviour affects your relationships with others

Other Intrapersonal thinkers include Sigmund Freud, Gandhi, Grahame Greene

Like intrapersonal thinkers, Leonardo worked hard to improve all aspects of himself.

Careers which suit Intrapersonal Thinkers include Psychologist, Teacher, Pilot, Child Ccare worker, Explorer, Drama therapist

Naturalist Thinkers Naturalist Thinkers:

Like other Naturalist thinkers, Leonardo longed to spend time in the countryside. He spent hours watching birds to

Like to understand the natural world, and the living beings that inhabit it have an aptitude for communicating with animals You try to understand patterns of life and natural forces

Other Naturalist thinkers include Charles Darwin, Jane Goodall, Johnny Morris, David Attenborough

understand how they flew.

Careers which suit Naturalist thinkers include Biologist, Meteorologist, Forester, Farmer, Astronomer, Alternative therapist

Existential Thinkers Existential thinkers:

Like to spend time thinking about philosophical issues such as "What is the meaning of life?" Try to see beyond the 'here and now', and understand deeper meanings consider moral and ethical implications of problems as well as practical solutions

Like existential thinkers, Leonardo questioned man's role in the universe. Many of his paintings explored the relationship between man and God.

Other Existential Thinkers include The Buddha, Gandhi, Plato, Socrates, Martin Luther King Careers which suit Existential Thinkers include Philosopher, Religious Leader, Head of state, Artist, Writer

Musical Thinkers Musical thinkers:

Tend to think in sounds, and may also think in rhythms and melodies Are sensitive to the sounds and rhythms of words as well as their meanings. Feel a strong connection between music and emotions

Like many musical thinkers, Leonardo loved to sing, and had a fine voice

Other Musical Thinkers include Mozart, John Lennon, Jimi Hendrix Careers which suit Musical Thinkers include Musician, Music teacher, Sound engineer, Recording technician

Spatial Thinkers

Spatial Thinkers:

Like other spatial thinkers, Leonardo had a talent for designing buildings and machinery. He also invented a new style of map-making

Tend to think in pictures, and can develop good mental models of the physical world. Think well in three dimensions Have a flair for working with objects

Other Spatial Thinkers include Pablo Picasso, Michelangelo, Isambard Kingdom Brunel Careers which suit Spatial Thinkers include Mechanic, Photographer, Artist, Architect, Engineer, Builder, Set designer

Kinaesthetic Thinkers Kinaesthetic thinkers:

Think in movements. Like to use their bodies in skilful and expressive ways Have an aptitude for working with your hands

Other Kinaesthetic Thinkers include Houdini, Rudolph Nureyev, David Beckham

Leonardo spent much of his life studying the human body to find our how it moved

Careers which suit Kinaesthetic Thinkers include Sportsperson, Craftsperson, Surgeon, Actor, Dancer, Coach, Physiotherapist