Are you a text messaging addict?

Today, almost everyone owns and uses a cell phone. Some of us, however, have become hopelessly addicted to text messaging. Take this quiz today and find out if you're addicted to SMSing!

1

Do you own a cell phone?

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- Yes, everyone does these days.
- No, I don’t need one.
- I’m planning on getting one.
- I share a cell phone with a friend/family member.
2

How convenient is the text messaging feature on your phone?

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- It’s great. I sometimes feel my phone was made for messaging alone.
- It’s convenient, but it could use a few improvements.
- It serves its purpose and is not exceptional.
- I find it difficult to use, so I barely message at all.
3

What would you do if you lost your phone?

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- I would look for it desperately.
- I would look around for a bit and then give up.
- I wouldn’t care. I’d just get another one.
- I wouldn’t bother replacing it.
4

You want to send a message to someone. What do you do?

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- Pick up the phone and dial the number.
- Page them.
- Send an SMS.
- Write a letter or an e-mail (assuming it’s not too important)
5

How much do you text per day?

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- I text till my thumbs are sore.
- As much as my plan allows.
- I text just to get my messages across.
- I don’t text, I’d rather call.
6

How many contacts do you have in your phonebook?

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- Way too many.
- Quite a few, but still not too many.
- Just a few friends and family.
- I don’t get many calls so I barely have any contacts.
7

Do you actively keep in touch with all your friends?

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- Yes, I’m constantly on the phone with someone, or I’m text messaging.
- Of course, when I have the time.
- When I’m bored on weekends, I make a call or two.
- No, I hardly ever call anyone.
8

Do you run a huge phone bill every month?

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- Yes, and it’s probably because I send so many messages.
- Almost every month, but there have been a few exceptions in the past.
- Yes, but it’s mostly because I make so many phone calls.
- No, I like to keep my phone bill as low as possible.
9

When you meet new people, do you take down their phone numbers?

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- Yes, that’s how my contact list got to be so big.
- Yes, but not always.
- Sometimes, if I feel that I will contact them later.
- Never, and I don’t give mine out either.
10

How many text messages do you receive every day?

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- Way too many, my phone is always buzzing.
- Quite a few, but it’s still not out of control.
- I get messages when they’re important.
- None, except for the occasional ad/promotional offer.
11

When buying a new phone, which feature is most important to you?

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- A camera.
- An mp3 player.
- Both of the above, including a web browser, Bluetooth, GPRS etc.
- It needs to have an easy to use text messaging feature!
12

Do you reply to all your text messages?

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- Yes, without fail.
- Most of the time.
- When I have the time.
- No, I’d rather just call back.
13

Are you a fast typist?

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- My fingers fly across the keypad.
- I can type pretty fast.
- I’m a little slow, but my speed is improving.
- I struggle to type out even simple messages.
14

Which typing input method do you prefer?

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- Dictionary/T9
- I type it out key by key.
- Either of the above.
- have no clue what you’re talking about.
15

Do you turn your phone off when you sleep?

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- No, I might receive important messages/calls.
- No, but I keep it on silent.
- I keep my phone in another room so that it doesn’t disturb my sleep.
- I turn it off.
16

Have you ever stayed up late into the night messaging?

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- Do it all the time.
- Occasionally.
- Once or twice.
- No, never. I value my sleep way too much.
17

Do you feel that cell phones are an intrusion into our lives?

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- No, they make communication easier.
- Depends how you use them.
- Yes, sometimes.
- Cell phones are a nuisance.
18

Have you ever been told that you message way too much?

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- Yes, in fact my friends sometimes complain.
- A few times.
- Maybe just once.
- No, never.
19

When you receive a forwarded message, do you pass it on?

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- Yes, of course. Chain messages rock!
- I read it, and only if I like it.
- Sometimes. It depends on my mood.
- No, I ignore/delete it.
20

While you were taking this quiz, did you receive a text message and/or did you send one?

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- Now that you mention it, I sent a few.
- I received 2-3 messages and replied to them.
- I received one, but I didn’t reply.
- No, my phone has been quiet for some time.