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