I try not to think about what I'll look like as an elderly person.
A.
True
B.
False
3.
I am impatient with older people who stall the line in grocery stores.
A.
True
B.
False
4.
I regularly discuss aging with people who have lived to advanced years.
A.
True
B.
False
5.
I take steps to appear younger than I am.
A.
True
B.
False
6.
I know at least one elder I would describe as "cool".
A.
True
B.
False
7.
I only think about my age when my knee hurts.
A.
True
B.
False
8.
I am envious of young people.
A.
True
B.
False
9.
Most people in nursing homes do not mind being there.
A.
True
B.
False
10.
I have completed forms to enforce my end-of-life decisions.
A.
True
B.
False
11.
I did not know any of my grandparents well.
A.
True
B.
False
12.
I prefer the company of young people.
A.
True
B.
False
13.
I spend time every week helping an elder.
A.
True
B.
False
14.
I feel freer to be myself than when I was younger.
A.
True
B.
False
15.
I believe society benefits from having more elders.
A.
True
B.
False
Quiz Outcomes
1.
You Are in Solitary Confinement
Miserable score. Get to work developing an open mind and appreciating the gifts of age before it is too late.
2.
You Are Still In Cuffs
Mediocre score. The truth may be dawning on you, so pay heed. Disrespecting elders causes regrets, but none greater than the message you send yourself.
3.
You are Figuring It Out
Good job! You have made real inroads into your ageism. Don't stop now -- learning to value long life will pay dividends in your own future.
4.
You Are Free!
Splendid results! Start consciousness-raising and help lead the way.