Just How American Am I, Really?

Take this quiz to find out just how American you truly are!

Are you the quintessential American who bleeds red, white, and blue and tears up at the National Anthem? Or would it be hard for people to clock that you're actually from the U.S.? It's time to find out!

Just answer these questions, and we'll tell what percent American you are. Hit that "Start Quiz" button to get started! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ¦…

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Questions Overview

1. How do you prefer your water?
  1. Ice cold, please.
  2. Room temperature.
2. What are you most likely to wear to the airport?
  1. Pajamas.
  2. Sweats and a hoodie.
  3. Jeans and a casual shirt.
  4. A nice, polished outfit.
3. You've got a cold, but nothing crazy. What do you do?
  1. Go to work. I can push through this!
  2. Try to go into work, but leave if I feel too sick.
  3. Call in sick. I'll rest to make sure it doesn't get worse!
4. How much do you tip at restaurants?
  1. At least 20%, always.
  2. Around 15%, unless my server goes above and beyond.
  3. I don't really tip ever.
5. It's the 4th of July! What food are you reaching for at the BBQ?
  1. Hot dog
  2. Corn on the cob
  3. Potato salad
  4. Popsicle
  5. Mixed fruit
  6. Veggie skewers
6. What do the stars on the American flag stand for?
  1. The states in the Union.
  2. The former U.S. presidents.
  3. The number of amendments in the Constitution.
  4. The number of authors of the Declaration of Independence.
7. Would you consider yourself a very opinionated person?
  1. Yes! And I'm not afraid to share them.
  2. Kinda, but I'll only share them when appropriate.
  3. Not particularly. I'm pretty open to different ideas!
8. When we say "football," what do you think first?
  1. 🏈
  2. ⚽️
9. Do you often strike up conversations with strangers?
  1. Yup, all the time!
  2. Sometimesβ€”depends on the vibe.
  3. Nope. That's a little too forward!
10. Which of these words describes you best?
  1. Individualistic
  2. Outgoing
  3. Independent
  4. Polite
  5. Reserved
  6. Calm
11. How knowledgeable are you about world geography?
  1. TBH, not knowledgeable at all.
  2. Pretty knowledgeable, but not an expert.
  3. Very knowledgeable! I'm a geography buff.
12. Do you like fast food?
  1. Yup, love it!
  2. A little, but only occasionally.
  3. Nope, I hate it.
13. Finish this line of the National Anthem: "What so proudly we hailed, at the twilight's last _____"
  1. Gleaming
  2. Streaming
  3. Beaming
  4. Dreaming

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How American Are You?

Americans are famous for having a distinct vibe and energy that makes them instantly recognizable to the rest of the world. For example, American tourists have a reputation for being obviously from the U.S. pretty much anywhere they go. But how American are you, truly? Can people tell your nationality right away, or would it take a while for them to guess? In this quiz, we answer that question! Here are your possible results and what they might mean about you:


You're 100% American!
Cue the eagle screech and fireworks... because we've got a true American on our hands! You line up with the quintessential "American" traits in the big things (like being independent, hard-working, individualistic, and opinionated) and in the small things (like preferring ice water over room temp and dressing as casually as possible at the airport). Long story short, you're an American through and through, someone who tears up at the National Anthem, counts the Super Bowl as a holiday, and can't think of a single thing better than a hotdog on the Fourth of July, and we totally love that for you! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸŽ†


You're 75% American!
You're pretty darn American! Based on your answers, you've got quite a few of the stereotypically "American" traitsβ€”like having a more informal vibe in social situations, being very individualistic, believing that time is money, etc. We think it would be relatively easy to tell that you're American, but not in an ostentatious or obnoxious way. You've also got an open mind and natural curiosity about other places and cultures, so you embrace interesting perspectives and habits wherever you go! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ¦…


You're 50% American!
We're on the fence about you! You clearly have your fair share of "American" traits, but you also differ from the stereotype in meaningful ways. Maybe you've travelled a lot and picked up a few habits from other places, making it a bit tougher to instantly clock you as an American. Or, maybe you're someone who's endlessly curious about the world, learning about and embracing other cultures whenever you can. Either way, we think it might take people a few minutes to guess you're from the U.S.! πŸŒŽπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ


You're 25% American!
Hey, did you try to trick us?! Because based on your answers, we think you might not be from the U.S. at all. You may have a few traits that are stereotypically "American", but not many. We think you might be a citizen of another country who just appreciates certain aspects of American culture! Or on the flip side, you could be an American who's travelled so widely that you've picked up habits from other places, making it a bit tougher to clock you as an American. Either way, you're a true citizen of the world! 🌎 ✈️

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    "I already knew I was American, but this just proves my point! Oh, say can you see by the dawn's early light..."
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