Interview Preparation Quiz

Which of the following is NOT an effective way to prepare for an interview?

• Researching the person's background

• Practicing questions ahead of time

• Memorizing every question word for word

• Preparing a friendly introduction

When interviewing someone, why is it important to use follow-up questions?

• To fill more time in the interview

• To keep the interview formal

• To learn more detailed information

• To make it easier to remember their answers

If your interviewee doesn't understand a question, what should you do?

• Repeat the question in a louder voice

• Move on to the next question

• Try rephrasing the question in simpler words

• Ask a totally different question

Which of the following is an appropriate question to ask?

• "What are your biggest weaknesses?"

• "Could you tell me a little about your country?"

• "Why do you think you're interesting?"

• "How much do you make per month?"

Why is eye contact important during an interview?

• It shows that you're paying attention and interested

• It helps you remember the questions

• It keeps you from looking nervous

• It makes the interview go faster

Which of these is a cultural tip to remember when interviewing foreigners?

• Always start by asking very personal questions

• Respect their personal space and avoid close contact

• Speak very quickly to show you're confident

• Use humor to make them feel relaxed

You're interviewing a tourist at the airport who doesn't speak much English. What's the best way to communicate?

• Speak very slowly and loudly

• Use clear, simple words and gestures

• Ask complex questions to test their English level

• Avoid eye contact to keep things professional

During an interview, you realize you're getting nervous. Which of these is the best way to calm down?

• Take a deep breath and smile

• Speak even faster to get through it quickly

• Look away from the person and avoid eye contact

• Keep asking questions without any pauses

What is an appropriate way to end the interview?

• Say "bye bye" and walk away

• Thank the person for their time and let them know you enjoyed speaking with them

• Hand them a list of your questions as a memory

• Tell them you'll contact them if you have more questions

Which of these is NOT a helpful tip for adding subtitles to your interview video?

• Keep the subtitles brief and to the point

• Make the subtitles colorful and artistic

• Ensure they're easy to read with good contrast

• Sync the subtitles accurately with the spoken words