What's Your Summer Fun Style?

You've seen Legally Blonde four times. You and your BFF have road-tested every self-tanner Walgreens has in stock. That hottie lifeguard you thought looked like Colin Hanks? Tom Hanks is more like it--you got a closer look, and he's way too old for you. Face it--you're totally bored with summer vacation! But don't despair. The best way to beat a case of the summer snores is to do something totally different. Take this quiz to find out how to turn your summer from blah to hurrah. Plus, we tell you what summer job best matches up to your fun style, so cash in!

1 What's your standard summer fashion statement?

A. Super casual. You practically live in faded cut-offs and concert tees.

B. Neat and sweet. Nothing like a flowery sundress and strappy sandals.

C. Practical. Why even bother taking your swimsuit off'til September?

D. Attention-getting. A hot pink tank paired with a purple camouflage mini is a good standout.

2 Which seasonal food most makes your mouth water?

A. A Dairy Queen Blizzard with tons of Heath bar bits.

B. A tropical fruit salad with fat-free yogurt.

C. Fresh corn-on-the cob, spread thick with butter.

D. Steamers--you love the taste of those squishy little clams as they slide down your throat.

3 What song best describes your hot-weather 'tude?

A. "Summertime" by DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince (Will Smith). It's so laid-back.

B. "Summer Nights" from Crease. You're already daydreaming about being Sandy in your school's play this fall.

C. "Summer Breeze" by Seals & Croft from your mom's old record collection. It reminds you how much you love being outdoors.

D. Joe Cocker's "Summer in the City," which you just heard on the classic rock station. The thought of toes toasting on a hot sidewalk might turn some people off, but not you!

4 Your boyfriend wants to spend a whole afternoon with you. Where should you guys go?

A. No farther than the bean bag chair in your family room. Watching DVDs and playing Game Boy sounds perfect.

B. To the mall, of course. It's air-conditioned, so he'll be comfortable waiting while you shop your brains out.

C. Rock-climbing. You've been dying to defy gravity.

D. On the fastest, most stomach-churning new rollercoaster at the amusement park. Hope he's willing to go at least five rounds with you.

5 Describe your sunshiney makeup vibe.

A. You're completely bare-faced--why bother?

B. You switch to waterproof cosmetics at the beginning of June. You can still wear a fill face of products but won't look all sweaty.

C. You wear sunscreen and lip balm to protect your skin because you practically live outdoors.

D. You go crazy experimenting with bright colors, glitter, the works--since you're not allowed to wear makeup to school.

6 What would be an awesome way to spend a gorgeous star-studded night?

A. Floating on an inner tube in your backyard pool, which can be really fun when it's dark out.

B. Giving yourself a purple pedicure with the air-conditioning blasting, of course.

C. Sleeping out in your BFF's backyard.

D. Going for a drive in your big brother's car. You and your dog both like sticking your heads out the window to catch the breeze.

7 Select Your summer nightmare scenario.

A. Your mom demands you sacrifice your daily TV routine of talk shows and soaps to "get some fresh air."

B. You arrive at your cousin's pool party to discover another girl is wearing the exact same tankini as you are.

C. You break your ankle after taking a slide into home base at a softball game, then find out you'll have to wear a cast for the rest of the summer and give up playing 'til next year.

D. Your folks choose to vacation in a musty old cabin in a dull little town, and there's nobody your age in sight.

8. How do you plan to spend Fourth of July?

A. Chillin' at a family barbecue.

B. Catching the town parade--lots of cute guys should be there.

C. Hiking into the woods for a picnic with your buds.

D. Hitting multiple fireworks displays--the bigger the bang, the better.

9. How do you feel about huge, noisy hot-night storms?

A. You can take 'em or leave 'em.

B. They terrify you-plus, rain makes your hair frizz.

C. You find them fascinating since they're such a cool part of nature.

D. They're totally thrilling--you love to sit out on your porch and count the lightning strikes.

10 What's one essential summer item you can't live without?

A. The hammock tied between two trees in your yard.

B. A light fragrance-you keep yours chilled in the fridge.

C. A wide-brimmed cap for super-sun coverage during your daily jog.

D. Blue cotton candy.

SCORING

If you scored Mostly A's, your Summer Fun Style is VERY VEG-GED OUT....

Maxing the relaxing is your main goal. And know what? Taking time for yourself is great! You work your tail off in school, so recharging the ol' batteries during break is cool. Keep in mind, though--there's a difference between getting the rest you need and being just plain lazy. If you find yourself snarfing Doritos by the bagful, sleeping the day away, or feeling generally listless and in a rut, it's time to work your veg-out vibe in a new way. Chill out more creatively! Why not rev up your brain cells by doing stuff that'll enrich you? Expand your movie universe beyond watching Meet the Parents on cable for the gazillionth time--rent a foreign flick (try Life is Beautiful), and actually read the subtitles. While you're at Blockbuster, pick up an exercise vid, like an MTV: The Grind Workout. Or take a leisurely walk to your local library and pick up a copy of I Was a Teenage Fairy. Or, heck, wrap your digits around a pen and write some deep, deep poetry. You don't have to become brain-fried just because the fahrenheit has gone up. Live, girlfriend, live! YOUR PERFECT VEG-OUT SUMMER STINT: Garage Sale Princess. Clean out your clutter! Slap a price tag on that old Candyland game. Put your Pokemon rejects on the market. You'll be able to walk a clear path across your room for the first time since 1997. Then comb the garage, basement and attic, and hold a yard sale every Saturday morning. By the end of August, you'll have raked in some serious dollars. Hey, you'd be surprised at the useless junk people will buy for a buck.

If you scored Mostly B's, your Summer Fun Style is BEAUTY-OBSESSED. ...

No matter how high the temps soar, you love to dress in stylin' outfits, perfectly accessorized with great hair and makeup. You're a beauty-minded babe, all year round. You should celebrate your inner girly goddess, and there are lots of cool ways to do it. If you've been dying to give the amazing vintage fashion craze a whirl but were afraid to during the school year (lime green hot pants circa 197S don't exactly cut it in math class), now's your chance. Hit the local Salvation Army thrift shop, where the pickin's are plentiful and cheap to boot. Go for wild platform clogs, pretty straw purses, patchwork jeans. Don't be a head-to-toe blast from the past, but complement the clothes you already have. Speaking of cheap fashion--how 'bout free fashion? Throw a cast-offs party with the buds. Here's how: Everybody in your crew digs through their closets and pulls out five items they no longer want. Each piece should be in good shape, and shouldn't be totally weird or out of style--you know, everything should be s omebody's idea of cool. Then have the gals over to your place, form a big circle, pull out all those clothes, and swap, swap, swap!

YOUR PERFECT BEAUTY-MINDED SUMMER STINT: Cosmetologist-in-Training. Find out if the cosmetics counters at your mall are looking for help. Offer your superb services: stocking sponges, cleaning brushes and helping with makeovers. You'll learn lots about new ways to apply your own face, plus figure out if a career in cosmetics is in your future. Another way to dip your toes into the beauty potion ocean? Sell Avon with your mom. Enjoy the togetherness!

If you scored Mostly C's, your Summer Fun Style is AWESOMELY ADVENTURESOME. ...

You rule as queen of the forest--and of the lake, the beach and your own backyard. You dig being outside from morning 'til night, all summer long. You love any and all outdoor sports, and you're constantly on the move--running, riding your bike, climbing rocks and trees, and swimming until you're positively pickled. Even though you're forever loving those tried-and-true summer activities, a fresh athletic buzz can expand your mind and work out your bod in all sorts of cool, new ways. Be on the lookout for opportunities--why not spend an afternoon fishing with your grandpa? You'll learn a new skill and spend quality time with one of your favorite old folks. Tag along to yoga with your mom--twisting yourself into a pretzel couldn't be more of a change of pace. Or take surfing lessons. It takes time and concentration to master, but if you like it, you'll eventually hang 10 like a champ!

YOUR PERFECT AWESOMELY ADVENTURE-SOME SUMMER STINT: Day Camp Counselor. Most communities have numerous day programs desperate for extra help. Throw yourself into teaching Tag to a wild and woolly gang of 4-year-olds. Play Hide-and-Seek 'til the cows come home. Quack away your summer leading rounds of Duck-Duck-Goose. Working with little kids is the ultimate adventure--those rugrats are sure to keep you moving, laughing and inspired by their enthusiasm as you help them discover more about the whole wide world.

If you scored Mostly Ds, your Summer Fun Style is WILD & CRAZY. ...

Your love of life is super intense, and you soak up fun experiences full-on. Summer is your flavor! There are sooooo many exciting possibilities every day in every way for you to exercise the curiosity that makes you so energetic, fun and bursting with verve! How about resolving to eat one summer-specific food every day? Never had a mango? Try one! Pretty soon, your buds, who for sure admire your amazing go-for-it spirit, will want to join in on the taste-testing. And why not learn an unusual foreign language, like Swahili? How about burning a mixed CD of the wackiest, weirdest songs of all time, then duping it and giving copies to all your friends? Get a choppy new Faith Hill haircut. Tie curly ribbon and baby bells to the tops of your flip-flops. Take a pair of plain ol' sunglasses and cover the rims in sparkles and tiny fake flowers. The sky's the limit because when you let that impressive imagination of yours loose, there's no end to the unique summer activity ideas you'll come up with!

YOUR PERFECT WILD & CRAZY SUMMER STINT: Dog Walker. Yes, dog walker. No doubt, your block is packed with lonely little pooches stuck indoors all day while their moms and dads are at work. Help these critters enjoy some exercise and sunshine, plus score lots of bucks, by plotting out a biz plan. Suggestions: Start with just two dogs for your first week, and try to keep them the same size if you intend to walk them at the same time (poodles and German shepherds mix like New Balance sneaks with a prom gown). Make sure your supplies are top-notch--super-strong leashes are a must-have. Be on top of local pooper-scooper laws. Charge around $10 per dog per week, and add clients slowly but surely as you get confident handling more pups. Pretty soon, word-of-mouth will gain you business left and right--and you're just the type of girl who'll have a blast with it. Woof!