Interviewing In Documentary - Notes

Types of Question


Closed Questions:
Can be answered with either a single word or a short phrase, no room for elaboration


- They give you facts
- Easy to answer
- Quick to answer
- Keep control of the conversation


Usage:
- Opening & Closing
- For testing understanding
- Setting up a desired positive or negative mind set
- For seeking yes to the big question


You can turn any opinion into a closed question that forces a yes or no answer by adding tag questions


Open Questions:
Likely to receive a long answer, deliberately seek longer answers
ACTIVELY LISTEN TO THE ANSWER


- They make the respondent think/reflect
- They will give you opinions and feelings
- They hand control of the conversation to the respondent


Usage:
- To develop conversation
- To find out more about a person