Character Source Material: Harry Potter (Book Series by J.K. Rowling)
Trait | Percentile | Trait Disposition |
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Neuroticism | 23.03 | Low |
Agreeableness | 87.1 | High |
Extraversion | 28.74 | Average |
Conscientiousness | 91.02 | High |
Openness | 90.04 | High |
This section displays the detail item responses that were used to generate the above personality summary. The methodology for selecting the item responses for this fictional character involved using research from a generative artificial intelligence tool to summarize a descriptive response to a question related to each item. The research was reviewed and a judgement was made on the most appropriate response on that item. You can view an example script for collecting these responses (see: Script for Automated Five Factor Assessment)
Trait | Item | Item Response | Item Score | AI-Generated Research* |
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Openness | Do not have a good imagination. | Moderately Inaccurate | 4 | I would rate this statement as 'moderately inaccurate.' Hermione Granger does indeed have a good imagination, though it's often overshadowed by her reliance on logic, knowledge, and practicality. While she does prefer to adhere to rules and facts, several instances throughout the series demonstrate her ability to think creatively and abstractly to solve problems. Her imagination often serves a specific purpose rather than being used for purely creative or fantastical thinking. So, while her imagination may not be as whimsical or free-spirited as others, it certainly exists and is quite powerful in its own right. |
Openness | Am not interested in abstract ideas. | Very Inaccurate | 5 | I would rate this as 'Very inaccurate'. Hermione Granger is well-known for her strong intellectual curiosity which includes a significant interest in abstract ideas. She often expresses fascination over a range of complex spells, potions, and magical history, all of which involve abstract thinking. Her interest in such topics is shown both in her passion for learning and her strategic problem-solving throughout the series. Therefore, it is inaccurate to say that Hermione Granger is not interested in abstract ideas. |
Openness | Have difficulty understanding abstract ideas. | Very Inaccurate | 5 | Evaluation: 'Very inaccurate'. Explanation: Hermione Granger is portrayed as incredibly intelligent, quick-witted, and academically ambitious. She frequently demonstrates an ability to understand complex magical theories and abstract concepts that others find difficult or impossible to grasp. Hermione is often shown doing extensive research and application of abstract ideas, both in her academic studies and in challenging real-world situations. Therefore, saying that she has difficulty understanding abstract ideas is very inaccurate. |
Openness | Have a vivid imagination. | Moderately Accurate | 4 | I would evaluate this statement as 'moderately accurate'. Hermione Granger is no doubt a highly intelligent and resourceful individual. Her cleverness and abilities can be attributed to her being imaginative to an extent; she can think 'outside the box' when it comes to problem-solving. However, she is also extensively portrayed as a character who values rationality, rules, and concrete knowledge, often referring to textbooks and established spells rather than inventing her own or improvising. She’s not typically associated with the creative and abstract imagination of characters like Luna Lovegood or even Harry himself. Therefore, while Hermione does display elements of imagination, her main strengths are more towards the practical, logical, and scholarly fields. |
Neuroticism | Seldom feel blue. | Moderately Accurate | 2 | I would evaluate the statement 'Hermione Granger seldom feel blue' as 'moderately accurate'. Hermione is typically portrayed as a strong, determined, intellectually curious, and resilient character. However, there are occasions where she does experience feelings of sadness or discouragement, such as in response to failure, rejection, or when her friends (Harry and Ron) are in danger. Therefore, while it's not completely accurate to state that she 'seldom' feels blue, it's fair to argue that she does tend to have a fairly optimistic and positive outlook much of the time. |
Neuroticism | Am relaxed most of the time. | Moderately Inaccurate | 4 | 'Moderately inaccurate'. Hermione Granger is not characterized as being relaxed most of the time. Instead, she's often portrayed as studious, meticulous, and concerned about her performance in school, her friends' safety, and the world around her. These traits often lead her to feel stress, worry, or exhibit a sense of urgency, which suggests she is not typically relaxed. |
Neuroticism | Get upset easily. | Moderately Inaccurate | 2 | I would evaluate this statement as 'moderately inaccurate'. Hermione Granger is characteristically level-headed and pragmatic. While there are times when she can become agitated or sad, particularly when her friends are in danger or when she faces injustices, she does not get upset easily over trivial matters. She tends to approach problems logically and methodically. However, she also demonstrates strong emotional sensitivity, which can sometimes be misconstrued as getting easily upset. |
Neuroticism | Have frequent mood swings. | Very Inaccurate | 1 | 'I would say 'Very inaccurate'. Hermione Granger is primarily characterized by her intelligence, determination, and emotional stability. She is consistently calm under pressure and maintains a consistent personality, despite the intense and changing circumstances around her. While she does have emotional responses to the situations she encounters, these are understandable reactions rather than arbitrary mood swings. Hence, it's not accurate to say Hermione Granger has frequent mood swings. |
Conscientiousness | Make a mess of things. | Very Inaccurate | 5 | Based on the available character information, the evaluation of the statement 'Hermione Granger makes a mess of things' would be 'Very inaccurate'. Hermione Granger is portrayed as a highly logical, patient, and meticulously organized character. She often plays a crucial role in solving problems and consistently displays a level of perfectionism in her academic work, spell execution, and strategic planning. She tends to fix and manage situations more often than making a mess of them. |
Conscientiousness | Often forget to put things back in their proper place. | Moderately Inaccurate | 4 | 'Moderately inaccurate'. While there is no explicit information about Hermione's habits regarding organizing items in the Harry Potter books or films, her character profile suggests she highly values structure, order, and responsibility. Hermione is often depicted as meticulous and organized, demonstrating qualities such as thoroughness with her studies, and her habit of being well-prepared for all situations (she usually carries all necessary items in her magical bag). Therefore, it seems unlikely that she frequently forgets to put things back in their proper place. |
Conscientiousness | Like order. | Very Accurate | 5 | 'I would evaluate the statement that Hermione Granger likes order as 'Very accurate'. Hermione is consistently portrayed as a person who enjoys structure, prefers to play by the rules, and meticulously follows schedules and school curriculum. Her highly systematic and organized approach to academic study, and even her methods of helping Harry and Ron, reflect a strong preference for order. |
Conscientiousness | Get chores done right away. | Moderately Accurate | 4 | 'Moderately Accurate'- Hermione Granger is depicted as a highly responsible and organized individual. Often, she is shown diving into tasks immediately, specifically when it comes to schoolwork and research. However, since there is not much specific detail about how quickly she tackles mundane daily chores, I can't say 'very accurate'. But considering her overall character traits, it can be assumed that she doesn't let tasks sit undone for long. |
Agreeableness | Am not interested in other people's problems. | Very Inaccurate | 5 | I would evaluate that statement as 'Very inaccurate.' Hermione Granger is consistently shown to be deeply concerned with other people's problems. She frequently helps Harry and Ron with their personal and academic issues, and even extends her concern to the whole wizarding society by starting S.P.E.W. to advocate for the rights of house-elves. This makes her an empathetic and aware character highly interested in helping others. |
Agreeableness | Am not really interested in others. | Very Inaccurate | 5 | I would say this statement is 'Very inaccurate'. Hermione Granger, throughout Harry Potter series, consistently demonstrates her concern for others. This is evident in her relationships with her close friends, members of Dumbledore's Army, house-elves, and even her enemies at times. She is often involved in helping, advising, and caring for them. Her dedication to bettering the lives of house-elves exemplified through the foundation of SPEW (Society for the Promotion of Elfish Welfare) is a clear demonstration of her interest and empathy towards others. |
Agreeableness | Feel others' emotions. | Moderately Accurate | 4 | I would say 'moderately accurate'. Hermione Granger demonstrates a reasonable degree of emotional intelligence. She often recognizes and responds to the feelings of Harry and Ron, her closest friends. However, her logical and analytical mindset sometimes makes it difficult for her to fully empathize with others, especially if they are not very expressive or their emotions do not align with her sense of rationality. It's also important to note that fictional characters might not always display all aspects of a fully developed personality due to their narrative function. |
Agreeableness | Sympathize with others' feelings. | Very Accurate | 5 | I would evaluate this statement as 'Very accurate.' Hermione Granger frequently displays empathy toward others, understanding and sharing their feelings. This can be seen in several instances: her creation of S.P.E.W. (Society for the Promotion of Elvish Welfare) showing her sympathy for house-elves, how she sympathizes with Remus Lupin due to the discrimination he faces as a werewolf, or her constant support to her best friends Harry Potter and Ron Weasley. All these indicate she can sense the feelings of others and hence is sympathetic. |
Extraversion | Keep in the background. | Moderately Inaccurate | 4 | 'Moderately inaccurate'. Hermione Granger is typically not a character to stay in the background. Although she is not a spotlight-seeker, she is assertive and tends to take action when necessary. Hermione is bold, brave, and highly proactive. Her willingness to engage in situations and propensities to take the initiative in solving problems makes it moderately inaccurate to suggest that she prefers to keep in the background. However, it still cannot be deemed totally inaccurate, as there are situations where she is more comfortable letting Harry take the lead. |
Extraversion | Don't talk a lot. | Very Inaccurate | 5 | I would rate this as 'Very inaccurate'. Hermione Granger is known for her extensive knowledge and is often quick to express her thoughts on various topics. She is portrayed as someone who is unafraid to speak her mind and continuously offers insights, advice, and information to her friends throughout the series. It is quite clear from her character description and actions that she indeed talks a lot, typically to share her understanding or express her thoughts and feelings. Hence, the statement that Hermione Granger doesn't talk a lot is very inaccurate. |
Extraversion | Talk to a lot of different people at parties. | Moderately Inaccurate | 2 | 'Moderately inaccurate'. Hermione Granger is generally portrayed as being very focused and task-oriented. While she certainly has the capability to chat with various people, her character usually prefers engaging in intellectual conversations and problem-solving. She demonstrates a degree of introversion and she is not typically depicted as a highly social character who goes out of her way to meet new people at parties. However, she does interact with different people, especially when it relates to helping solve issues or gaining information. Her behaviour might change according to contextual needs, but generally, she is not the most gregarious character. |
Extraversion | Am the life of the party. | Very Inaccurate | 1 | I would say 'Very inaccurate'. Hermione Granger, as a character is portrayed to be studious, rule-abiding, and serious, often putting her educational pursuits ahead of social events. She is more inclined towards solitary activities like reading and learning rather than being the center of attention at social gatherings. She does participate in social activities and shows noteworthy leadership skills when needed but typically she is not the one to be characterised as 'the life of the party'. |