Rice Purity Test Questions Explained
Some Rice Purity Test statements use slang or refer to specific experiences that are not always clear. Below are plain, non-graphic explanations of the terms and questions people ask about most.
Common Questions and Terms
What does "purity" mean in the Rice Purity Test?
It refers to how many of the listed experiences you have not had, not to morality or worth. A higher score simply means fewer of the statements apply to you.
What is "streaking"?
Streaking means running undressed through a public place, usually as a dare, prank, or tradition. It appears on the test as one of many life-experience items.
What does "below the belt" mean on the test?
It is a common euphemism for physical contact involving the lower body. On the test it points to a category of intimate experience, described only in general terms.
What is "question 69" on the Rice Purity Test?
It simply means the 69th statement on a given version of the test. Because versions differ, the exact wording at that number varies, and the question is often searched mostly because of the number itself.
What is the difference between the Rice Purity Test and an innocence test?
They are closely related and the names are often used interchangeably. "Innocence test" is a general label, while the Rice Purity Test is the specific 100-question version linked to Rice University.
What does it mean to "have done" something on the test?
Check a statement if it has genuinely applied to you at any point in your life. There is no strict rule: the test runs on your own honest judgment.
What is a "weighted" Rice Purity Test?
It is a variation where some statements remove more points than others. The classic version is unweighted, so every checked box removes exactly one point.
What is the "extended" Rice Purity Test?
It is a longer variation with more than 100 statements. The standard and most widely used test has exactly 100.
What does my Rice Purity score say about me?
Only how many of the listed experiences you have had so far. It is not a measure of character, maturity, or worth.
Can two people compare scores fairly?
Scores are best compared casually, for fun. Because versions differ and everyone interprets the statements a little differently, the numbers are rough rather than exact.
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