10 Questions
How do opinions about the interview vary?
Opinions about the interview vary considerably, with some making extravagant claims for it as a source of truth and others having differing views on its functions, methods, and merits.
What role has the interview played in journalism over the past 130 years?
The interview has become a commonplace of journalism, with almost everybody who is literate having read an interview at some point in their lives.
How many celebrities have been interviewed over the years?
Several thousand celebrities have been interviewed over the years, some of them repeatedly.
Who is Christopher Silvester?
Christopher Silvester is the editor of The Penguin Book of Interviews and has a background in history and journalism.
What is the title of the anthology edited by Christopher Silvester?
The Penguin Book of Interviews: An Anthology from 1859 to the Present Day.
What is the purpose of the Penguin Book of Interviews?
to provide an anthology of interviews from 1859 to the present day
What is the role of the interview in journalism?
to become a commonplace
What are some opinions about the interview?
vary considerably
How many years ago was the interview invented?
over 130 years ago
What is the source of truth in the interview?
its highest form
Test your knowledge about interviews with this quiz based on the introduction to The Penguin Book of Interviews edited by Christopher Silvester. Learn about the author's background and explore an anthology of interviews from 185...
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