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Need for Asking Questions
              A question is a request for information. It could be any type of information, such as an answer to a question in the
              textbook, information about a person or a place or about how to do a task. Asking questions helps us to:

                 • gain new knowledge, get information.
                 • make sure that what we know is correct.
                 • avoid doubts, confusion, misunderstanding.
                 • start talking to people by asking about them and their ideas.


              How to Make Sure We have Complete Information?
              If you do not have information about how to reach a place, you will not be able to reach it. If you do not know how
              to do some work, you will not be able to complete it, unless you ask questions and get information. Asking all the
              correct questions at the right time is also important.
              The method of '5W+1H' is a simple and effective way to ensure that you gather all the essential information
              necessary for completing a task or understanding a situation thoroughly.
              For example, imagine you need to plan a class project. Using the '5W+1H' method, you would ask:
                 • Who will be part of the project team?

                 • What are the specific tasks and goals of the project?
                 • When is the deadline for completing different phases?
                 • Where will team meetings and project work take place?
                 • Why is this project important for the company or team?
                 • How will the team collaborate and execute the project tasks?

              By systematically answering these questions, you ensure that all necessary information is considered, helping you
              plan effectively and achieve success in your work. Here's how it works:

                 • Who: This is about figuring out who is involved in the task or who is responsible for doing it. For example, if it's
                a school project, you'd want to know who your group members are.
                 • What: This helps you understand exactly what needs to be done or what the task is about. For example, for a
                project, this could mean knowing what topics you need to research.
                 • When: This tells you the timeframe or deadline for completing the task. It helps you plan when you need to
                finish each part. For example, if the project is due next week, you need to know when to start working on it.
                 • Where: This specifies the location or place where the task will happen. For example, a physical place like a
                classroom or an online platform for a virtual meeting.
                 • Why: Understanding the reasons or purpose behind the task helps you see its importance. For example, to learn
                something new, help others, or achieve a specific goal.
                 • How: This is about the methods or steps you'll use to complete the task. It helps you plan out what you need to
                do and how you'll do it. For example, if you need to write a report, you'd think about how to gather information
                and how to structure your writing.


                       Asking Questions-II

              In our everyday conversations with others, we frequently need to ask questions and respond to them in order
              to gather information. Asking the right questions plays a crucial role in obtaining the right information we need.
              There are two basic types of questions: close-ended and open-ended.



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