How does the sorting hat work?
The sorting hat is based on the Myers-Briggs personality test. In designing the test, we wanted to take the common house traits and expand upon them, rather than rely on the typical house stereotypes (Ravenclaws are all geniuses, Slytherins are all evil, etc.). The test measures four pairs of traits: introvert/extrovert; detail-oriented/big-picture; make emotional, special-circumstance decisions/make logical, consistent decisions; make plans and decisions/keep options open. Now, we all fit each of those descriptions at some point, but most people have tendencies…ways that they act more than half the time. That is what the test is measuring. However, keep in mind that this is NOT an official Myers-Briggs test, it is just for fun. All four traits are used to determine your character, while the last two pairs are used to determine your house as well. Here are some house and character descriptions to help you interpret your results: Arthur: You are Arthur Weasley. You enjoy tinkering wit
