These days, it feels like social media is flooded with quizzes. What type of pizza are you? Which historical figure do you resemble? With the school year rapidly coming to a close, I thought it would be fun to create a quiz that really matters: just how done are you with the school year?
Now, I know you might think you don’t need a quirky quiz to tell you how overwhelmed you are with all those science projects and math assignments piling up. But let’s face it—this time of year can be hectic, and you might not realize if you just need a moment to breathe or if you’re in desperate need of a weekend getaway at the beach.
So, take a deep breath and answer these questions as truthfully as you can:
When you spot paper cups at the grocery store, you think:
- What a waste of resources; can’t we just use real cups?
- Paper cups! I need those for my kid’s Flat Stanley party tomorrow.
- Oh no! I forgot to bring the cups for my kid’s Flat Stanley party today.
- Paper cups? Wait, was that for Flat Stanley or the end-of-year soccer party? Or maybe the Friendship Club party? Why are we even using paper cups anyway?
Seeing a backpack overflowing with a year’s worth of art and assignments makes you feel:
- Excited! Your kid had such a creative year, and you can’t wait to make a collage.
- A little annoyed, but you appreciate their efforts. You pick a few to display on the fridge.
- Just shove the backpack in a closet; you’ll deal with it later—hopefully before it starts to smell.
- “Oops!” You accidentally toss the whole thing out. When asked about it later, just pretend you have no idea what they’re talking about.
When your child hands you another form to fill out, you:
- Complete it quickly and return it without a second thought.
- Let out a sigh, roll your eyes, and then fill it out begrudgingly.
- Toss it in the “to-be-signed” pile and hope for the best.
- Fold it into a paper hat and sing “I Feel Pretty” while you pretend it’s not happening.
Answer Key:
If you mostly chose 1’s, kudos! You’re managing quite well—perhaps you recently enjoyed a vacation, or your kids are still in preschool.
If you answered mostly 2’s, you’re counting down the days until summer break. Treat yourself to a nice cup of herbal tea for surviving another school year!
If you picked mostly 3’s, watch out! You’re nearing your breaking point. Grab a few frazzled moms and plan a much-needed night out.
If you went for mostly 4’s, you’re in serious need of a recharge. It might be time to enlist a friend or family member to babysit and escape for a weekend of fun.
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Summary:
As the school year wraps up, many moms feel overwhelmed by the chaos of projects, forms, and parties. This light-hearted quiz helps you gauge just how much you can handle, encouraging you to take a moment for self-care or plan a fun escape with friends.