Welcome to the complete guide on Interview Questions Writing. For Class 12 Maharashtra Board (HSC) students, drafting interview questions is a highly scoring writing skill asked in the exam. In this question, you are required to frame 8 to 10 meaningful questions to interview a specific personality given in the prompt.
- Introduction & Marking Scheme
- Format & Structure of an Interview
- Types of Questions to Ask
- Solved Example (Interviewing a Sports Star)
- Exam Tips & Common Mistakes
- Practice Questions
Introduction & Marking Scheme
The Interview Writing question tests your ability to frame polite, grammatically correct, and highly relevant questions. You do not have to write the answers to these questions; you only need to act as the interviewer and list the questions you would ask.
| Marking Scheme (Total 4 Marks) | Marks Allotted |
|---|---|
| Appropriate framing of questions | 02 Marks |
| Language and Style | 01 Mark |
| Overall Impression (Intro & Outro) | 01 Mark |
| Total | 04 Marks |
Format & Structure of an Interview
To get full marks, do not just write a list of numbers. Present it like a real interview using the following structure:
- Welcome the guest formally.
- Introduce them to the audience and state the purpose of the interview.
- Ice-breaking: Childhood, early interests, inspiration.
- Struggle/Journey: Challenges faced, turning points, support system.
- Achievements: Awards, success, current projects.
- Future Plans: Upcoming goals, vision.
- Ask for a message to the youth or society.
- Thank the guest for their valuable time.
Types of Questions to Ask
Always try to use Open-ended Questions (Wh- questions) rather than Yes/No questions. This shows better language skills.
| Category | Standard Questions You Can Memorize |
|---|---|
| Inspiration | Who has been the greatest inspiration in your life? |
| Struggles | What were the major challenges you faced during your early days? |
| Support | How did your family support you in this unconventional journey? |
| Success | How did you feel when you achieved your first major milestone? |
| Message | What message would you like to give to the youth of our country? |
Solved Example: Interview Writing
Introduction:
Good morning, everyone! Today, we are highly honored to have with us Mr. Rahul Verma, a Gold Medalist and National Level Athletics Champion. Sir, welcome to our college! We are eager to know about your inspiring journey.
Questions:
- Could you please tell us about your early childhood and how you developed an interest in athletics?
- Who recognized your talent first and encouraged you to take sports seriously?
- What were the major physical and financial hurdles you faced during your initial training days?
- How do you manage to balance your rigorous sports practice with your personal life?
- Who do you consider your idol or role model in the field of sports?
- Can you describe the feeling when you won your first National Gold Medal?
- How do you handle the pressure of expectations and the disappointment of failures?
- What are your future goals and which upcoming tournaments are you focusing on?
- What changes do you wish to see in the sports infrastructure of our country?
- Finally, what piece of advice or message would you like to give to aspiring young athletes?
Thank you so much, Sir, for sparing your valuable time and sharing your profound thoughts with us. We wish you all the very best for your future tournaments!
Exam Tips & Common Mistakes
- Use a Table or Headings: If asked, you can also present the questions in a table format with columns like 'Serial No.', 'Topic', and 'Question'. However, the intro-body-outro format shown above is highly appreciated by examiners.
- Punctuation Matters: Do not forget to put a Question Mark (?) at the end of every question!
- Maintain Tone: Use words like "Sir/Madam", "Please", and "Kindly" to maintain a polite and formal tone.
Common Mistakes to Avoid:
- Writing the Answers: NEVER write the answers to the questions you frame. You are only supposed to prepare the questionnaire.
- Yes/No Questions: Avoid asking questions like "Are you happy?" Instead ask, "How do you feel about your success?"
- Disrespectful Language: Avoid overly casual or probing personal questions.
Practice Questions
- Imagine you are a reporter. Frame 8-10 questions to interview a Social Worker who has recently received a national award for women empowerment.
- Frame 8-10 interview questions for a successful entrepreneur/businessman focusing on their startup journey, risks, and success.
- Draft a set of 8-10 questions to interview the HSC Board Topper of your district regarding their study habits and time management.
Conclusion
Interview Writing is all about putting yourself in the shoes of a journalist or a host. By preparing a solid introduction, learning a few universal questions (about inspiration, struggles, and future plans), and concluding politely, you can easily secure full marks. Practice the prompts above and ace your Writing Skills section!
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