The Divergent Series Complete Collection (107 page)

1. You most want your friends and family to see you as someone who …

    
a.
Is willing to make sacrifices and help anyone in need.

    
b.
Is liked by everyone.

    
c.
Is trustworthy.

    
d.
Will protect them no matter what happens.

    
e.
Offers wise advice.

2. When you are faced with a difficult problem, you react by …

    
a.
Doing whatever will be the best thing for the greatest number of people.

    
b.
Creating a work of art that expresses your feelings about the situation.

    
c.
Debating the issue with your friends.

    
d.
Facing it head-on. What else would you do?

    
e.
Making a list of pros and cons, and then choosing the option that the evidence best supports.

3. What activity would you most likely find yourself doing on the weekend or on an unexpected day off?

    
a.
Volunteering

    
b.
Painting, dancing, or writing poetry

    
c.
Sharing opinions with your friends

    
d.
Rock-climbing or skydiving!

    
e.
Catching up on your homework or reading for pleasure

4. If you had to select one of the following options as a profession, which would you choose?

    
a.
Humanitarian

    
b.
Farmer

    
c.
Judge

    
d.
Firefighter

    
e.
Scientist

5. When choosing your outfit for the day, you select …

    
a.
Whatever will attract the least amount of attention.

    
b.
Something comfortable, but interesting to look at.

    
c.
Something that’s simple, but still expresses your personality.

    
d.
Whatever will attract the most attention.

    
e.
Something that will not distract or inhibit you from what you have to do that day.

6. If you discovered that a friend’s significant other was being unfaithful, you would …

    
a.
Tell your friend because you feel that it would be unhealthy for him or her to continue in a relationship where such selfish behavior is present.

    
b.
Sit them both down so that you can act as a mediator when they talk it over.

    
c.
Tell your friend as soon as possible. You can’t imagine keeping that knowledge a secret.

    
d.
Confront the cheater! You might also take action by slashing the cheater’s tires or egging his or her house—all in the name of protecting your friend, of course.

    
e.
Keep it to yourself. Statistics prove that your friend will find out eventually.

7. What would you say is your highest priority in life right now?

    
a.
Serving those around you

    
b.
Finding peace and happiness for yourself

    
c.
Seeking truth in all things

    
d.
Developing your strength of character

    
e.
Success in work or school

If you chose mostly
A
s, you are
ABNEGATION
. You don’t like to draw attention to yourself, and you are more concerned about other people’s contentment than your own. You find joy and fulfillment in making other people happier, safer, and healthier. You believe that the world would be a better place if selfishness were not so widespread. Other people see you as somewhat difficult to get to know, but also as quiet and kind.

If you chose mostly
B
s, you are
AMITY
. You are at peace when the people around you are getting along. You appreciate music and the arts, and it is easy to make you laugh. One of your goals is to find as much happiness as you can. You believe that aggression and hostility are to blame for most of the world’s problems. Others see you as sometimes flaky or indecisive, but also as easygoing and warm.

If you chose mostly
C
s, you are
CANDOR
. You are honest with everyone, no matter how difficult it is, and no matter how much trouble it gets you into. You aren’t easily offended, and would prefer to hear the truth even if it hurts. You believe that if everyone could be honest and forthright with each other, the world would be a much better place. Other people see you as sometimes insensitive, but also as trustworthy and confident.

If you chose mostly
D
s, you are
DAUNTLESS
. You love a good adrenaline rush, and you don’t let other people dictate your behavior. You do what you believe is right no matter how difficult or frightening it is. You believe that the world would be better off if people were not afraid to do what was necessary to make things right. Others see you as often abrasive, but also as strong and bold.

If you chose mostly
E
s, you are
ERUDITE
. You enjoy learning new things, and you try to understand how everything works. You tend to make decisions based on logic rather than instinct or emotions. You believe the world would be a better place if everyone were well-educated and devoted to learning. Other people see you as sometimes condescending, but also as intelligent and insightful.

ABNEGATION
: THE SELFLESS

FACTION MANIFESTO

I will be my undoing

If I become my obsession.

I will forget the ones I love

If I do not serve them.

I will war with others

If I refuse to see them.

Therefore I choose to turn away

From my reflection,

To rely not on myself

But on my brothers and sisters,

To project always outward

Until I disappear.
*

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*
Some members add a final line: “And only God remains.” That is at the discretion of each member, and is not compulsory.)

Conversations of Peace

TRUST

A Son says to his Mother: “Mother, today I fought with my friend.”

His Mother says: “Why did you fight with your friend?”

“Because he demanded something of me, and I would not give it to him.”

“Why did you not give it to him?”

“Because it was mine.”

“My son, you now have your possessions, but you do not have your friend. Which would you rather have?”

“My friend.”

“Then give freely, trusting that you will also be given what you need.”

SELF-SUFFICIENCY

A Daughter says to her Father: “Father, today I fought with my friend.”

Her Father says: “Why did you fight with your friend?”

“Because she insulted me, and I was angry.”

“Why were you angry?”

“Because she lied about me.” (
In some versions: “Because I was hurt by her words.”)

“My daughter, did your friend’s words change who you are?”

“No.”

“Then do not be angry. The opinions of others cannot damage you.”

FORGIVENESS

A Husband says to his Wife: “Wife, today I fought with my enemy.”

His Wife says: “Why did you fight with your enemy?”

“Because I hate him.”

“My husband, why do you hate him?”

“Because he wronged me.”

“The wrong is past. You must let it rest where it lies.”

KINDNESS

A Wife says to her Husband: “Husband, today I fought with my enemy.”

Her Husband says: “Why did you fight with your enemy?”

“Because I spoke cruel words to her.”

“My wife, why did you speak cruel words to her?”

“Because I believed them to be true.”

“Then you must no longer think cruel thoughts. Cruel thoughts lead to cruel words, and hurt you as much as they hurt their target.”

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The following section was part of the original manifesto, but was later removed.)

INVOLVEMENT

One Friend says to Another: “Friend, today I fought with my enemy.”

The Other Friend says: “Why did you fight with your enemy?”

“Because they were about to hurt you.”

“Friend, why did you defend me?”

“Because I love you.”

“Then I am grateful.”