Sonny, a High School Junior, Has a Somewhat Difficult Time

Multiple Choice

Sonny, a high school junior, has a somewhat difficult time in school compared to his peers, particularly with abstract math problems and literary symbolism. He tries hard, but he still struggles with abstract concepts that other students pick up fairly easily. Sonny is a much better musician than his peers. He practices long hours to improve his singing, guitar playing, and song writing. Sonny is very skilled at working with people; during playground basketball games he serves as referee and arbitrator. According to Gardner's theory of intelligence, which of the following statements is most valid?

A) Sonny would be described as unintelligent according to each of Gardner's dimensions of intelligence.
B) Sonny would be described as intelligent according to some of Gardner's dimensions of intelligence and unintelligent for others.
C) Sonny would be described as unintelligent according to Gardner's g factor.
D) Sonny would be described as having balanced intelligence.