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Quiz: Which Bucky Badger are you? (accessible)

October 2, 2019 By Kayla Huynh

Buckingham U. Badger fills a lot of roles — he’s a mascot, friend, cheerleader and spirit-lifter. Most of all, he’s a symbol of UW–Madison pride.

In honor of our beloved Bucky Badger’s birthday, take this quiz to find out which Bucky you are based on your personality.

Who doesn’t love Bucky Badger? He’s a little bit of everything — goofy, cute, cuddly — and he always brings out the best in us. It also happens to be his birthday today. To celebrate, answer these questions to see which Bucky personality you are. Then go find Bucky and tell him, or share this quiz with your friends!

Questions:

What are you mostly doing on weekends?

  1. Reading a book and studying
  2. Spending time exploring the outdoors
  3. Taking a nap or cuddling my pet
  4. Leading a meeting for work or clubs
  5. Drawing or journaling
  6. Listening to classic rock or any other oldies tunes
  7. Meeting new people at events

How would your friends describe you?

  1. Bubbly
  2. Hipster
  3. Whimsical
  4. Sassy
  5. Caring
  6. Intelligent
  7. Wild

Wake up! It’s game day! What are you most likely doing?

  1. Leading my friends in a U-Rah-Rah chant
  2. Planning out which vintage t-shirt I’m going to wear to the game
  3. Dragging myself out of bed — I’m not a morning person
  4. Avoiding the game to catch up on my homework
  5. Dreaming of a Badger win
  6. Climbing on top of a table and singing ‘Varsity’

If you were a character in a movie, which would you be?

  1. The trusty sidekick
  2. The wise friend
  3. The guide in the adventure
  4. The loyal hero
  5. The funny daydreamer
  6. Any character from an ’80s movie
  7. The high-spirited lead

What’s your favorite spot on campus?

  1. Memorial Library
  2. By the fireplace at the Rath
  3. Lakeshore Path
  4. The Natatorium
  5. The Terrace
  6. Wisconsin Historical Society
  7. Kohl Center

Results:

You answered mostly C’s: Cuddly Bucky – Aww! Sugar and spice, you’re everything nice! You’re the cutest and cuddliest Bucky around. You probably lounge around a lot, especially in the cold winter season. But people shouldn’t be fooled by your adorable exterior — you can be fiercely loyal to those  you care about.

You answered mostly F’s: Thoughtful Bucky – Hmm… You’re the Bucky that always seems to be daydreaming. Since you’re often lost in thought, your friends always wonder what it is you’re thinking about. As Thoughtful Bucky, you’re very caring, intuitive and empathetic.

You answered mostly A’s: Booksmart Bucky – You probably put down your books just to take this quiz, right? As Booksmart Bucky, you’re almost always studying for your next test or catching up on the latest news. You know pretty much everything because you’re one really smart Bucky!

You answered mostly E’s: Old-school Bucky – Some people describe you as an ‘old soul.’ You’ve got lots of wisdom and you’re into everything vintage, from music to clothing. It’s no question that you’re Old-school Bucky. Gee, isn’t that swell.

You answered most B’s: Adventurous Bucky – Whether you’re traveling the world, hiking in the Rockies or scaling a mountain, you have a thirst for adventure. Just like Adventurous Bucky, you have a bit of a wild side, and you aren’t afraid to get out of your comfort zone or explore new places.

You answered mostly D’s: Preppy Bucky – U-rah-rah! You’re Preppy Bucky. You’ve got a lot of spirit and you’re often the bubbly and kind-hearted one in your group of friends. You’re smart, really outgoing and have a ton of pep in your step.

You answered mostly G’s Fierce Bucky – Grrr! You’re Fierce Bucky. You can be a little intimidating at times, but that’s because you have such an intense personality. You will do anything to protect those you love and you often lead the pack in whatever you do.