Has a large or advanced vocabulary for age

Has a rapid recall of information

Learns easily and quickly in novel situations

Possess a lot of information about a variety of subjects

is inquisitive; asks unusual or higher level questions

Generates several solutions or alternatives to a problem or situation

Defends ideas, using reasoning and logical argument

Responds to injustice with objection, or questions rules

Has superior verbal reasoning ability

Has superior numerical reasoning ability

Generates original ideas in writing or expression

Can focus and become absorbed in topics of interest

Can combine seemingly unrelated ideas or concepts into a more specialized area of knowledge or performance

Displays persistence in task completion, especially in areas of interest

Strives towards perfection; is self-critical

Works independently in areas of interest and at the time, requires little direction from the teacher

Is a high risk taker with ideas; speculates on outcomes, changes and differences

Discovers one example that is the exception to the rule

Displays originality of thought

Receptive to what is new and different

Is self-confident with peers and adults

Demonstrates a willingness for and skills in decision making

Exhibits organizational skills with tasks, peers, time, and/or materials

Carries responsibility well and works well in situations that require initiative and independence

Shows empathy and tolerance toward others; generally relates well with others

Can express self well; has good verbal skills and is usually well understood