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Are you an optimist or a pessimist?

This test will help you determine whether you have a tendency towards optimism or pessimism.

1. Someone places a glass containing water, wine, juice or any other drink you like in front of you. The glass is half filled. Your first thought is:
 My glass is half empty. He could fill it more.
OK, my glass is half full. If I need more, I'll ask.

2. You pass a beautiful house, one that comes very close to being the house of your dreams. The first thing you think is:
 I’ll never be able to afford a house like that...
I hope the people living there appreciate their good fortune...

3. You learn that someone at work is going to be promoted, but you don’t know who. The first thing that comes to your mind is:
 Well in any case it won’t be me...
There’s a chance it could be me...

4. Before going out this morning, you noticed that the sky was overcast.
 You take your raincoat and umbrella along, just in case...
You tell yourself that it will most probably clear up as the day goes on...

5. You’re waiting for someone at the train station. The train arrives, but your friend isn’t there. You first thought is:
 He (or she)must have had an accident on the way to the station...
He must have missed his train. I’ll call his home in case he left a message and wants me to wait for the next one...