Medical School Mock Interview
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Question 18 of 50
What are you reading right now?
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
In asking about what you are currently choosing to read, your interviewers are looking to discover a couple of things about you. First and foremost, they want to hear that you have the curiosity to feed your mind regularly. They'll also gain more knowledge about your interests.
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I have a few different reading passions, from self-help type books to fantasy fiction. I'm currently reading "Lincoln," the renowned Abraham Lincoln biography by David Herbert Donald. For the past week, I've been almost unable to put the book down because he led such a fascinating and inspiring life on his way to the presidency."
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Talk to the interviewers about a book that you are currently reading. If you are not currently reading a book, talk about one that has impacted you. Explain why this book is important to you and why you chose to read it.
"I am reading a textbook on aviation principles. I am interested in civilian aviation and would love to obtain my private pilot license in the future. I love learning about the physics of flying and the history of aviation as well."
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I recently finished reading Tolstoy's 'Master and Man', which was one of most descriptive and interesting pieces of literature I've ever read. Currently, I am reading Rene Descartes', 'A Discourse on Methods'.
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It sounds like you're into philosophy and fiction - these are important books, and these insights show that you enjoy deeper levels when choosing your reading material. Next, I recommend discussing a brief takeaway from each book and how you believe you can apply them to your life as a student or in your future medical practice.
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