Your interviewer has never experienced the joy of seeing someone unwrap a gift. Walk them through how to wrap a gift for the first time.

During your dental school multiple mini interview process, you will have a minute or two to read the question/scenario and another six to eight minutes to respond in a room with your interviewer. This allows you the time to give clear instructions and further education on why things are being done the way that they are, so be sure to take advantage of showing off your ability to provide excellent direction.

Using your preferred method, walk the interviewer through preparing the materials needed and successfully wrap the gift. Your interviewer won't be tasked with judging or critiquing your methods, so don't fret over whether you will tie a beautiful bow at the end or simply slap on a store-bought one. Instead, focus on the process and ensure that your explanation is clear. Be sure that you ask clarifying questions and explain things along the way.

"I'd love to teach you how to wrap a beautiful gift for a family member or friend. What occasion the gift is for? That is important for determining the type of wrapping paper we will use. Oh, that sounds amazing, and such a unique opportunity for you to honor your coworker. The first thing you'll need to do is gather your supplies. You'll need suitably themed wrapping paper, scotch tape, scissors, a bow, and something to write who the gift is from. If you don't have all those materials available around the house, most grocery stores carry these items. And if you haven't purchased the gift yet, it's always best to get the supplies when you buy the gift. Does that make sense?

Okay, now that we have the supplies, I think we are ready to start. The first thing you have to do is gauge how much wrapping paper you will need. I like to take a roll of wrapping paper and pull out a good amount. Then lay the box, gift, or package on top of the paper and ensure that you have enough room to cover the sides. Yeah, just like that. Now you can take your scissors and cut a straight line. This is where personal preference comes into play. I like to lay the front of the package face down to ensure all taping is done on the back of the package. Then, pull the first fold over to the back side and lay one piece of tape over the paper and package to secure it. Next, pull the opposite side over and tape it a few times. Yes, that looks secure! Now the difficult part is in the sides. I think the best way to do this is to fold in the sides in the middle with both hands, and you'll likely have to kind of straddle the box from the side. Then, with those folded in, use your thumbs to push the top side down and secure each side with some pieces of tape. Having some tape pre-cut for you to quickly access is important here, as both hands will be busy. Once that is secure, pull the bottom half up and tape it in place. That looks great! Now repeat those same steps on the other side. Excellent! I always like to give the wrapped package one last look from all sides and secure it with some more tape if anything looks like it might pull apart too easily. The last step is to slap the bow you bought on the front side of the package and write your name on the stick-on card and tape it to the front. There, I think that looks excellent, and you did well!"