Enneagram Test Enneagram Knowledge Check 2

Question 1

Which Enneagram type is known as 'The Achiever' and is primarily motivated by success and admiration?

Accepted Answer

Type 3

Answer

Type 3, The Achiever, is driven by a desire to succeed, be seen as outstanding, and earn admiration from others.

Question 2

In Enneagram theory, the 'instinctual variants' refer to which three subtypes?

Accepted Answer

Self-preservation, social, and sexual (one-to-one)

Answer

The three instinctual variants are self-preservation (sp), social (so), and sexual/one-to-one (sx), each shaping how a type's core fears and desires manifest.

Question 3

A Type 9 under stress typically disintegrates toward which type's unhealthy behaviors?

Accepted Answer

Type 6

Answer

Under stress, Type 9 moves toward Type 6, becoming anxious, reactive, and suspicious in ways uncharacteristic of their usual peaceful demeanor.

Question 4

Which pair of types makes up the 'Compliant' (or 'Dutiful') stance in the Hornevian groups?

Accepted Answer

Types 1, 2, and 6

Answer

Types 1, 2, and 6 form the Compliant group, meaning they move toward others and rules to meet their core needs.

Question 5

What is the primary fear of Enneagram Type 5, 'The Investigator'?

Accepted Answer

Being helpless, incapable, or overwhelmed

Answer

Type 5's core fear is being overwhelmed, depleted, or incapable, which drives their need to accumulate knowledge and guard their energy.

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