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How would your closest friend describe your personality, and why?
Can you think of a time when someone surprised you with how resourceful or quick-thinking they were? What happened?
Describe someone you know who is very opinionated — in what situations does that trait help them or create problems?
Is there someone in your life who tends to be unpredictable? How does that affect your relationship with them?
Talk about a person you find genuinely empathetic — what behaviours make them stand out?
How does a person’s temperament (e.g., quick-tempered, easy-going) influence the way they handle stress
In your experience, what are the advantages and disadvantages of being very outspoken?
Describe a situation where someone’s stubbornness turned out to be a strength.
Think of someone who you’d call imaginative or creative — how do they express those qualities?
How do cultural expectations influence the way people express traits like confidence or modesty?
How much does physical appearance influence your first impression of someone? Can you give an example?
Describe a person whose style or way of dressing positively reflects their personality.
Do you think people change their appearance to fit in with certain social groups? Why or why not?
Talk about how someone’s behaviour or attitude can make them appear more attractive than their looks alone.
Describe subtle facial or bodily features that you think are expressive of a person’s emotions or character.
Compare two public figures in terms of personality and explain who you’d rather have as a team leader and why.
