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Tips:

* Avoid questions that can be answered yes or no.

* The goal is to show how much you know about the explorer, so ask questions that lead to a longer answer.

* Ask questions about the life and experiences of the explorer, but also his opinions.

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Provocative Questions:

Why did you choose to become an explorer?

Tell me about a time when you had doubts about your journey.

What were your first impressions when you arrived in the New World?

What were some of the greatest challenges?

What were some of the highlights of your journey?

Where would you like to go next?

What are some of the benefits of your travels?

How has the world changed?

Writing a Script:

Interviewer: Thank you for talking with us today. I have many questions that I hope you can answer.

Explorer: It would be my honor to tell you about my glorious conquest.

Interviewer: Senor Explorer, Why did you decide to become an explorer?

Explorer: When I was a young boy, I used to watch the ships come and go.

They would be loaded with fine silks, spices and exotic plants…