Kokology -- Pictures at an Exhibition

{Introduction to the game}
(pg.29) Every once in a while it's nice to take a break from your busy schedule and experience the world of art firsthand. Some of us go to concerts or plays, some take up dance or a musical instrument, others try their hand at crafts. And of course there's always a trip to a museum...

You are standing in front of a painting at an art museum, hands clasped behind your back as you try to take it in, when a total stranger comes up alongside you and says something to you. Which of the following does the stranger say?

1. "Isn't that a beautiful picture?"

2. "What do you think of this painting?"

3. "Excuse me, do you have the time?"

4. "You know, I happen to be a painter myself."

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When a stranger speaks to you there's always a momentary mix of apprehension and expectancy. In this imaginary scenario, the words that the stranger spoke actually reflect how you react in chance encounters and when meeting others. Your answer reveals what kind of impression you make when meeting someone for the first time.

1. "Isn't that a beautiful picture?"

Your friendly and positive nature creates a great first impression on almost everyone you meet. Your only concern should be that people may not take you seriously at first.

2. "What do you think of this painting?"

You're the type who likes to feel out the other person's temperament before committing yourself to anything. People can sense that hesitancy, and it may color their reactions to you. You won't step on any toes with your cautious approach, but you may end up living on other people's terms.

3. "Excuse me, do you have the time?"

To half the world you seem like an all right sort, but to the other half you look just a little strange. You create a great first impression of living life at your own pace and maintaining an individuality that some would call eccentric. You don't place much importance on what others may be thinking or feeling. For better or worse, therein lies the secret to you.

4. "You now, I happen to be a painter myself."

On first meeting someone, you come across a little bit nervous and overeager. Maybe you're just trying too hard to be liked, but the harder you try, the worse an impression you make. Don't worry so much about making people think you're great - they'll like you better if you just loosen up and relax.

(The above painting is titled "The Kiss" by Gustav Klimt)