Quiz: How Optimistic Are You?

1. Your company lays off 10 percent of its work force, including you. Your first reaction to the news:

• I wasn't good enough at my job.
• They needed to make cutbacks; it has nothing to do with me.
• It's time I started looking for something new anyway.
• I'll never find another job.

2. You're invited to a friend's annual party, which you usually enjoy. But you don't know anyone else going. Do you go?

• Yes, it will be a great opportunity to meet new people.
• No, I never meet people at parties.
• No, but I'll seek out something that could be more fun.
• Yes, but I'll probably stick close the host the whole night.