Test Bank: Types of Research Interviews

1. Which of the following best describes structured interviews?

o A) Informal with no predetermined questions
o B) Use a predetermined and standardized set of questions
o C) Flexible and allow for the addition or omission of questions
o D) Conducted in groups

Answer: B

2. What type of data is typically collected through structured interviews?

o A) Qualitative
o B) Quantitative
o C) Both qualitative and quantitative
o D) Anecdotal

Answer: B

3. In which type of interview does the interviewer have a list of themes and questions
that may vary?
o A) Structured interviews
o B) Semi-structured interviews
o C) Unstructured interviews
o D) Informant interviews

Answer: B

4. Which term is synonymous with non-directive interviews?

o A) Structured interviews
o B) Semi-structured interviews
o C) In-depth interviews
o D) Standardized interviews

Answer: C

5. What is another name for interviewer-administered questionnaires?

o A) Unstructured interviews
o B) Semi-structured interviews
o C) Structured interviews
o D) Informant interviews

Answer: C

6. Which type of interview is ideal for exploring complex issues in depth?

o A) Structured interviews
o B) Semi-structured interviews
 o C) Unstructured interviews
o D) Standardized interviews

Answer: C

7. Which type of interview allows the interviewer to omit, reorder, or add questions
based on the conversation?
o A) Structured interviews
o B) Semi-structured interviews
o C) Unstructured interviews
o D) Informant interviews

Answer: B

8. Which type of interview follows a fixed set of questions and procedures for all
interviews?
o A) Non-standardized interviews
o B) Semi-structured interviews
o C) Unstructured interviews
o D) Standardized interviews

Answer: D

9. What is the primary goal of using standardized interviews?

o A) To explore complex issues in depth
o B) To ensure consistency and comparability of data
o C) To allow for flexibility in questioning
o D) To gather qualitative data

Answer: B

10. In which type of interview is the interviewee's perception most influential in guiding
the conversation?
o A) Structured interviews
o B) Semi-structured interviews
o C) Informant interviews
o D) Respondent interviews

Answer: C

11. Which interview format is most commonly used for gathering communal views and
social dynamics?
o A) One-to-one interviews
o B) Group interviews and focus groups
o C) Telephone interviews
o D) Internet-mediated interviews
 Answer: B

12. Which type of interview is described as having a clear idea of the topic but allowing
free conversation flow?
o A) Structured interviews
o B) Semi-structured interviews
o C) Unstructured interviews
o D) Standardized interviews

Answer: C

13. What is a primary characteristic of semi-structured interviews?

o A) They are entirely informal.
o B) They use a strict set of pre-coded answers.
o C) They have a mix of prepared questions and allow flexibility.
o D) They are conducted without any predetermined questions.

Answer: C

14. Which interview type is most suitable for quantitative research?

o A) Structured interviews
o B) Semi-structured interviews
o C) Unstructured interviews
o D) Informant interviews

Answer: A

15. What mode of interaction is typical for structured interviews?

o A) Informal conversation
o B) Flexible questioning
o C) Standardized schedule with pre-coded answers
o D) Group discussion

Answer: C

16. In what situation are additional questions likely to be added during an interview?
o A) Structured interviews
o B) Standardized interviews
o C) Semi-structured interviews
o D) Respondent interviews

Answer: C

17. Which type of interview format can be conducted over the telephone or internet?
o A) Only structured interviews
o B) Only unstructured interviews
 o C) Both one-to-one and group interviews
o D) Only standardized interviews

Answer: C

18. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of unstructured interviews?

o A) No predetermined questions
o B) Highly formalized procedures
o C) Exploratory in nature
o D) Informal conversation style

Answer: B

19. What is a key benefit of conducting standardized interviews?

o A) Flexibility in exploring different themes
o B) Consistency in data collection
o C) Allowing free conversation flow
o D) In-depth exploration of topics

Answer: B

20. Which interview type is best described as having no predetermined questions but a
clear topic idea?
o A) Structured interviews
o B) Semi-structured interviews
o C) Unstructured interviews
o D) Standardized interviews

Answer: C