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Transparency 4.1: Types of Questions
Module 16/Transparencies
CLOSED
Lead only to one response or brief, precise answers, often “yes” or ‘”no.”
Example:
How old are you
Have you had sexual relations
Have you ever taken a pregnancy test
How many children do you have
OPEN-ENDED
These questions permit varied responses. They are more detailed,
demand reflection and permit the adolescent to express feelings or
concerns.
Example:
How can I help you
What are your friends like
What have you heard about the pill
IN-DEPTH
These are questions based on responses to previous questions to solicit
more information. This type of question is used during the course of the
conversation.
Example:
“Can you tell me what you mean when you say….”
BIASED
These questions lead the person to respond in a pre-determined way.
Example:
“Have you heard that the condom makes coitus less pleasurable”
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