Family is considered the original cell of social life. The Catholic Catechism, for instance, calls it “the natural society in which husband and wife are called to give themselves in love and the gift of life.” But, as fairytale-like, as it may sound to have a family, the reality is often different, and people who are married and have children face huge challenges. The question is – are you ready for marriage and family life? Take this quiz to find out!
1. Can you put someone else’s needs before your needs?
A. Yes, I am an altruistic person
B. I can do it with a bit of will
C. Not really
D. Not at all, I am rather selfish
2. Are you ready to face the change and the unexpected in your life?
A. Yes, I have thought about it
B. I am prepared
C. I think I can handle it
D. I get terrified when I think about it
3. How good are you at handling arguments?
A. I never lost my calm
B. Unless it's life or death, I am always on point
C. Mostly good at handling them
D. I try my best
4. Do you value their time in your life?
A. Absolutely
B. Yes, I do
C. I think so
D. I don't know
5. Have you thought about the reality of life after getting married?
A. Yes, I have everything planned
B. I think I have enough knowledge
C. I think I can pull it off
D. I am still digesting it
6. Are you ready to share a permanent space with someone else?
A. Yes
B. I think so
C. I am partially ready
D. Not at all
7. What are your sleep requirements?
A. I can sleep anywhere in any conditions
B. As long as a place is not too loud, I can sleep
C. The common ones - a comfortable bed and no powerful light or noise
D. Complete darkness and silence
8. Do you have siblings?
A. Yes, both younger and older
B. Yes, younger
C. Yes, older
D. No
9. Do you get easily offended?
A. No, I am calm and forgiving
B. Not really
C. Sometimes I am a sensitive person
D. Yes, and everybody seems to have something against me
10. Do you enjoy playing with children, even babies?
A. Very much
B. Yes
C. A little
D. Not really
11. What are your professional plans?
A. Working at home so I can be close to my children
B. Working part time and spend the rest of the day with my family
C. The regular 9 to 5
D. Working really hard to climb the career ladder
12. How is your relationship with parents and relatives?
A. Very good
B. Mostly good
C. Acceptable
D. Bad
13. Do you care about other people’s opinion of you?
A. Not at all
B. A bit
C. I care to a certain extent
D. I care a lot
14. Do you lose your temper easily?
A. No, I am as calm as a rock
B. Not really
C. I am moderate
D. I am short-tempered
15. How important is it for you to have some time alone with yourself?
A. It is not vital
B. A little
C. Quite important
D. I can't live without my relaxation habits and me-time
