Version 3.0: Modified for more general use outside of an
experimental context by Seth A. Wagerman and David C. Funder (2006).
Note: 27 items
altered, 1 deleted, 4 added.
1.
Interviews others (if
present).
(E.g.,
asks a series of questions).
2.
Volunteers a large
amount of information about self.
3.
Seems interested in
what someone had to say
(Disregard
whether interest appears “genuine” or “polite”).
4.
Tries to control the situation.
(Disregard
whether attempts at control succeed or not).
5.
Dominates the
situation.
(Disregard
intention, e.g., if P dominates the situation "by default"
because
other(s) present do very little, this item should receive high
placement).
6. Appears to be relaxed and comfortable.
7.
Exhibits social skills.
(E.g.,
does things to make other(s) comfortable, keeps conversation
moving,
entertains or charms other(s)).
8. Is reserved and unexpressive.
(E.g.,
expresses little affect; acts in a stiff, formal manner).
9. Laughs frequently.
(Disregard
whether laughter appears to be “nervous” or “genuine”).
10. Smiles frequently.
11. Is physically animated; moves around a
great deal.
12. Seems to like other(s) present.
(E.g.,
would probably like to be friends with them).
13. Exhibits an awkward interpersonal style.
(E.g.,
seems to have difficulty knowing what to say, mumbles, fails to respond to
other(s)’ conversational advances).
14. Compares self to other(s) (whether others
are present or not).
15. Shows high enthusiasm and a high energy
level.
16. Shows a wide range of interests.
(E.g.,
talks about many topics).
17. Talks at rather than with other(s).
(E.g.,
conducts a monologue, ignores what others say).
18. Expresses agreement frequently.
(High
placement implies agreement is expressed unusually often, e.g., in response to
each and every statement made. Low
placement implies unusual lack of expression of agreement).
19. Expresses criticism (of anybody or
anything).
(Low
placement implies expresses praise).
20. Is talkative (as observed in this
situation).
21. Expresses insecurity.
(E.g.,
seems touchy or overly sensitive).
22. Show physical signs of tension or
anxiety.
(E.g.,
fidgets nervously, voice wavers).
(Lack
of signs of anxiety = middle placement; low placement = lack of signs under
circumstances where you would expect to see them).
23. Exhibits
a high degree of intelligence.
(NB:
At issue is what is displayed in the interaction not what may or may not
be latent. Thus, give this item high
placement only if P actually says or does something of high intelligence. Low placement implies exhibition of low
intelligence; medium placement = no information one way or the other).
24. Expresses sympathy (to anyone, i.e.,
including conversational references).
(Low
placement implies unusual lack of sympathy).
25. Initiates humor.
26. Seeks reassurance.
(E.g.,
asks for agreement, fishes for praise).
27. Exhibits condescending behavior.
(E.g.,
acts as if self is superior to others [present, or otherwise]).
(Low
placement implies acting inferior).
28. Seems likable (to other(s) present).
29. Seeks advice.
30. Appears to regard self as physically
attractive.
31. Acts irritated.
32. Expresses warmth (to anyone, e.g., include
any references to “my close friend,” etc).
33. Tries to undermine, sabotage or obstruct.
34. Expresses hostility (no matter toward whom
or what).
35. Is unusual or unconventional in
appearance.
36. Behaves in a fearful or timid manner.
37. Is expressive in face, voice or gestures.
38. Expresses interest in fantasy or
daydreams.
(Low
placement only if such interest is explicitly disavowed).
39. Expresses guilt (about anything).
40. Keeps other(s) at a distance; avoids
development of any sort of interpersonal relationship.
(Low
placement implies behavior to get close to other(s)).
41. Shows interest in intellectual or
cognitive matters.
(E.g.,
by discussing an intellectual idea in detail or with enthusiasm).
42. Seems to enjoy the situation.
43. Says or does something interesting.
44. Says negative things about self.
(E.g.,
is self‑critical; expresses feelings of inadequacy).
45. Displays ambition.
(E.g.,
passionate discussion of career plans, course grades, opportunities to make
money).
46. Blames others (for anything).
47. Expresses self‑pity or feelings of
victimization.
48. Expresses sexual interest.
(E.g.,
acts attracted to someone present; expresses interest in dating or sexual
matters in general).
49. Behaves in a cheerful manner.
50. Gives up when faced with obstacles.
(Low
placement implies unusual persistence).
51. Behaves in a stereotypically
masculine/feminine style or manner. (Apply the usual stereotypes appropriate to
the P’s sex. Low placement implies
behavior stereotypical of the opposite sex).
52. Offers advice.
53. Speaks fluently and expresses ideas well.
54. Emphasizes accomplishments of self, family
or acquaintances.
(Low
placement = emphasizes failures of these individuals).
55. Behaves in a competitive manner.
(Low
placement implies cooperative behavior).
56. Speaks in a loud voice.
57. Speaks sarcastically.
(E.g.,
says things (s)he does not mean; makes facetious comments that are not
necessarily funny).
58. Makes or approaches physical contact with
other(s).
(Of
any sort, including sitting unusually close without touching).
(Low
placement implies unusual avoidance of physical contact, such as large
interpersonal distance).
59. Engages in constant eye contact with
someone.
(Low
placement implies unusual lack of eye contact).
60. Seems detached from the situation.
61. Speaks quickly.
(Low
placement = speaks slowly).
62. Acts playful.
63.
Other(s) seek advice from P.
64. Concentrates
on/works hard at a task.
(Low placement implies loafing).
65. Engages in physical activity.
(E.g., works up a sweat).
(Low placement = almost
completely sedentary).
66. Acts in a self-indulgent manner.
(E.g., spending, eating, or
drinking).
(Low placement implies
self-denial).
67. Exhibits physical discomfort or pain.
(High placement = in excess of
what seems proportionate; Low placement implies lack of these signs where
expected).