Colin does not get good grades on standardized tests and does not seem to be making an effort to improve his grades. He is more interested in martial arts and has earned a black belt in this field. In the context of Gardner's theories, Colin has ________.
A) spatial skills
B) intrapersonal skills
C) bodily-kinesthetic skills
D) naturalist skills

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Colin's interest and proficiency in martial arts suggest that he has developed bodily-kinesthetic skills, which involve the ability to control one's body movements and manipulate objects effectively. This type of intelligence is one of the categories in Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences. Colin's poor performance on standardized tests may not reflect his true intelligence, as these tests tend to focus on linguistic and logical-mathematical skills.

Colin Does Not Get Good Grades on Standardized Tests and Does