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Directions: On the following screens there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale below to describe how accurately each statement describes you. Describe yourself as you generally are now, not as you wish to be in the future. Describe yourself as you honestly see yourself, in relation to other people you know of the same sex as you are, and roughly your same age. So that you can describe yourself in an honest manner, your responses will be kept in absolute confidence. Please read each statement carefully, and then fill in the bubble that corresponds to the number on the scale.





INFORMED CONSENT

Researcher: Kelly Carper

Research Supervisor: Jerry Palmer, Ph. D.

Title: Developing a Public Domain Integrity Test for Pre-employment Screening


I am a graduate student at Eastern Kentucky University conducting a research study in which you will be required to identify the extent to which you exhibit certain traits and behaviors. Your participation should take no longer than 1 hour.

Your participation in this research is voluntary and you have the right to refuse to answer any question or withdraw yourself from the research at anytime without notice or penalty. All responses will be anonymous.

An explanation of the study will be given upon your completion or withdraw from the study. If you wish to participate in this study and all of your questions have been answered you may proceed by clicking on the continue button.
 
 
Directions: Below, there are phrases describing people's behaviors. Please use the rating scale below to describe how accurately each statement describes you. Describe yourself as you generally are now, not as you wish to be in the future. Describe yourself as you honestly see yourself, in relation to other people you know of the same sex as you are, and roughly your same age. So that you can describe yourself in an honest manner, your responses will be kept in absolute confidence. Please read each statement carefully, and then fill in the bubble that corresponds to the number on the scale.

1 = Very Inaccurate

5 = Very Accurate

1 2 3 4 5
I have little to say.
I love to think up new ways of doing things.
I try to maintain a pleasant atmosphere.
I pretend to be concerned for others.
I think of others first.
I insult people.
I am polite to strangers.
I am open to change.
I enjoy watching dance performances.
I try to fool others.
1 2 3 4 5
I react intensely.
I would cheat on my taxes.
I am able to cooperate with others.
I interfere in other people's business.
I like order.
I worry about things.
I respect authority.
I start conversations.
I have a good imagination.
I blurt out whatever comes into my mind.
1 2 3 4 5
I make people feel at ease.
I overestimate my achievements.
I boast about my virtues.
I often forget to put things back in their proper place.
I shirk (get out of) my duties.
I can't stand confrontations.
I believe some people are born lucky.
I have a soft heart.
I make a mess of things.
I believe that the end justifies the means.
1 2 3 4 5
I like to visit new places.
I feel othersÂ’ emotions.
I am willing to try anything once.
I turn my back on others.
I act wild and crazy.
I often make a fuss.
I believe that I am better than others.
I act at the expense of others.
I can't do without the company of others.
I jump into things without thinking.
1 2 3 4 5
I believe in the power of fate.
I believe that unfortunate events occur because of bad luck.
I live in a world of my own.
I try to forgive and forget.
I let others finish what they are saying.
I tell the truth.
I can't be bothered with other's needs.
I am what I appear to be.
I take time out for others.
I want to prove myself.
1 2 3 4 5
I do the opposite of what is asked.
I stay in touch with old acquaintances.
I see beauty in things that others might not notice.
I talk even when I know I shouldn't.
I care about justice.
I waste my time.
I think that all will be well.
I keep my promises.
I disregard rules.
I believe that people are essentially evil.
1 2 3 4 5
I like to gossip.
I change my mood a lot.
I say inappropriate things.
I use others for my own ends.
I have difficulty understanding abstract ideas.
I get chores and tasks done right away.
I keep myself well groomed.
I know limits.
I know why I do things.
I would make a high-risk investment.
1 2 3 4 5
I have excellent ideas.
I believe that the world is controlled by a few powerful people.
I leave my belongings lying around.
I act comfortably with others.
I disregard the opinions of others.
I spend more than I can afford.
I am often in a bad mood.
I know how to get around the rules.
I am afraid of providing criticism.
I splurge.
1 2 3 4 5
I like to act on a whim.
I suspect hidden motives in others.
I dare to say anything.
I overindulge.
I have a rich vocabulary.
I like to be alone.
I carry out my plans.
I take advantage of others.
I lose my temper.
I like harmony in my life.
1 2 3 4 5
I act according to my conscience.
I do dangerous things.
I am preoccupied with myself.
I keep my emotions under control.
I get stressed out easily.
I like to begin new things.
I seldom get mad.
I talk about sex.
I rush into things.
I enjoy going to art museums.
1 2 3 4 5
I pay attention to details.
I know immediately what to do.
I am prepared.
I like concerts.
I investigate all possibilities.
I am easily annoyed.
I like changes.
I seek adventure.
I am able to control my cravings.
I like music.
1 2 3 4 5
I make rash decisions.
I return extra change when a cashier makes a mistake.
I demand attention.
I admit it when I make a mistake.
I complain.
I misuse power.
I talk to a lot of different people at parties.
I stick to the rules.
I know that anyone who tries can get a job.
I believe in human goodness.
1 2 3 4 5
I am likely to show off if I get the chance.
I am guided by my moods.
I love action.
I love to eat.
I can take strong measures.
I cheat to get ahead.
I would go hang gliding or bungee jumping.
I try to impress others.
I prefer variety to routine.
I stand behind my actions.
1 2 3 4 5
I spend time reflecting on things.
I make demands on others.
I love to come up with objections.
I use swear words.
I like to sleep on things before acting.
I conform to others' opinions.
I follow a schedule.
I know what I am doing.
I believe that my success depends on ability rather than luck.
I talk mainly about myself.
1 2 3 4 5
I would take things that aren't mine.
I prefer to do things by myself.
I need the approval of others.
I reflect on things before acting.
I use flattery to get ahead.
I wait for my turn.
I believe that people seldom tell you the whole truth.
I obstruct others' plans.
I give up hope.
I often eat too much.
 
 
Directions: Select the response that most accurately represents your behavior during the last 3 years, as compared to your peer group.
If you are not currently working, answer the questions in relation to the last job that you held.

1 = Never

2 = Rarely

3 = Occasionally

4 = Frequently

5 = Always

1 2 3 4 5
a. I have used drugs at work
b. I have used alcohol at work.
c. I have stolen from an employer.
d. I have called in sick to work when I was really not sick.
e. I have carried a weapon to work.
f. I have lied about reasons for arriving to work late.
g. I have skipped college classes.
h. I have stolen money from strangers, family, or friends.
i. I have been arrested for drunk driving.
j. I have been convicted of a felony.
1 2 3 4 5
k. I have been arrested for a non-alcohol related offense.
l. I have gotten into a physical fight.
m. I have been convicted of a misdemeanor.
n. I have been arrested for public drunkenness.
o. I use illegal drugs.
p. I skip classes.
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
4. Gender:
Male Female
 
 
 
How many credit hours are you taking this semester?
   
 
 
 
What was your grade point average last semester? (if this is your first semester, put n/a in the blank)
   
 
 
 
Academic Major:
   
 
 
8. 
Status (check one):
 
Senior
 
Junior
 
Sophomore
 
Freshman
 
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