THOUROUGH BUT EXHAUSTIVE WITH FEW PEOPLE. PRCTICAL PARTS POSSIBLE. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS CHECKED.Hypothetical scenarios:
"What would you do if you were the lone survivor in a plane crash?" or "What would you take to a desert island with you and why?".
Creative challenges:
"Name seven uses for this pen" or "Describe the color yellow to someone who is blind".
Personal preference questions:
"Are you more of a hunter or a gatherer?" or "Who would star in the movie about your life?".
Why Interviewers Use Random Questions
Gauges pressure responses:
It reveals how a candidate performs when faced with uncertainty or pressure.
Assesses adaptability:
Interviewers look for candidates who can think on their feet and are not easily rattled.