Twenty Statements Test

The Twenty Statements Test is a standardized measure of self-concept and self-attitude. Respondents are asked a simple question—"Who am I"—and prompted to provide up to twenty responses. This open-question methodology allows for spontaneous self-evaluations and reveals how individuals perceive themselves within social groups and other contexts.

The test typically takes about 12 minutes to complete. This brief duration suits various settings and populations, including university students and school children. The time limit encourages spontaneous responses while allowing enough time for thoughtful self-reflection.

The Twenty Statements Test is analyzed based on the content of the answers submitted by university students. Responses are often divided into five groups, as described in a previous study published in the American Sociological Review. However, the open-ended nature of the responses might make coding difficult and need careful interpretation. Researchers use response patterns to assess self-concept assumptions and make conclusions from their empirical research.