What the Rice Purity Test actually measures
The Rice Purity Test is a self-assessment questionnaire originally created by students at Rice University to reflect on life experiences, relationships, social behavior, and personal boundaries. The score is not a medical or psychological evaluation, but rather a lighthearted way to compare experiences and milestones.
Questions often cover topics related to dating, friendships, alcohol, rule-breaking, intimacy, and other social experiences. Lower scores generally reflect a wider range of life experiences, while higher scores suggest fewer experiences in those categories.
This Rice Purity Test calculates your score based on your responses and provides a quick snapshot of where you fall on the traditional Rice Purity scale.
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