Aptitude Questions

Aptitude Questions

1. A software engineer returns from America. As he is fat he decided to have evening walk.....he started at 3pm. he walks along the road at 4km/hr for some time then he climbs a upward slope area at 3km/hr then downwards at the rate of 6km/hr. then back to the home through the road at 4km/hr. what is the distance he covered in one way if he reaches back home at 9pm.


2.  men and lodge related question a)1 man related to 2lodges.b)each lodge has 3 men.c)only 1 man common b/w 2 lodges


3.  A child questions his father, "What is your father's age", to which  the father answers "He was aged X in year X^2 (X square) ". If the  context is 20th Century, What is his Date of Birth? 


4. A man rides cycle for two third of the distance to be covered. then his tyre got punctured. he walks the rest of the distance and found he took twice the time for walking compared to riding. How fast he can ride compared to walk.


5. 51 teams are there and they are to play basketball matches. A team is out of the tournament if that looses 2 games. what is the maximum number of games to be played to decide one winner. 


6. who was the murderer(of smith) roger,o'neil,wait the waiter poisened smith with which friend. each of the friends tells 3 stmts 1 of which is false (1 stmt of each friend is false)


7. Nalanda,Rampur, Triloknagar, Maninagar etc some conditions are given....then u have to find which has the population  below 5 lakhs.. whic is not the capital 2 industrial towns,2 harbours,longitude relation,latitude relation......etc (four questions based on these)


8. Another one on  A,B,C , D and E younger and older relation + occupation of each nutritionist, doctor,planner etc. find who is who ?


9. Two lamps sold for Rs.12 each profit of 25% on 1 and loss 0f 20% on other? did he gain or lose?by how much?


10. A,B,C   are  persons and thy r div into three groups: Sororrean [always truth] , Nororrean [always lie] and Midrorrean [alternate-but not in any order as they speak truth first of false first]--repaet from earlier papers.

 Answers

1. Ans: 12 km (one way )( total distance:12* 2 = 24 km)


2. Ans: 6 men and 4lodges


3. Ans: 1892 


4. Ans: V(riding)=4*V(walking)[4 times]


5. Ans:101 matches 


6. Ans: Roger was the murderer.(not sure)

    9.   Ans:60 paise loss 10.    Ans:A:midrorean B: nororrean C:sororrean

TYPES OF INTERVIEWS

Face-to-face interviews

These are one-to-one meetings between the candidate and the interviewer, popular with many organisations.you can see more about this in the bolg.

Telephone interviews

Telephone interviews are increasingly used by companies as an integral part of the recruitment process. Most commonly, they are used as a method of initial screening but some use them as far down the line as third or fourth interviews. The majority of companies inform you in advance and usually pre-arrange a time with you but you should also be prepared for those who just ring!

The important things to remember about telephone interviews are:
it is just as important to make a good impression on the telephone; as with face-to-face interviews, first impressions count;

be aware of how you sound (there are no visual clues) - rehearse on the telephone with a friend or record practice answers on a tape recorder;

make sure you allow enough time - interviews can take up to an hour;
be prepared - you could be called at any time so make sure that the recorded response on your answering machine is suitable and that flatmates are briefed to take a detailed, sensible message;

keep a list of job applications by the phone, plus a copy of your CV, a pen, paper, diary (in case you are invited to a meeting/second interview) and a list of questions to ask potential employers.

Types of telephone interview:

Unannounced - someone from the organisation or their nominated recruitment agency calls you after receiving your CV or application form. Questions are often similar to those asked at a first face-to-face interview.

Prearranged - you are contacted beforehand to arrange a time to carry out the interview. You are likely to be briefed as to the style of questions at this stage. You may have an automated interview, where you are sent a personal identification number (PIN) and asked to call the company within a specified time period. You are then required to respond to various statements via a touchtone telephone. The time you take to respond may be taken into account.

Sales interviews - you may be asked to try and sell something to the interviewer (these are only likely if it is appropriate to the job for which you have applied).

Research interviews - some companies ask you to carry out a piece of research before the telephone interview and ask you questions on it during the call. For example, if you have applied to the graduate recruitment scheme of a supermarket, they may ask you to carry out some customer research on a certain product or aspect, such as store layout, and then ask for your findings.

Video interviews

These are rare but not unheard of, particularly if you have applied for an overseas position. As far as possible, you should treat them as traditional interviews: dress as you would for a conventional interview; address your answers to the interviewer (ie to the camera rather than the display screen); and listen carefully to the questions and instructions, asking the interviewer to repeat anything that you don’t understand.

Sequential interviews

These are several interviews in turn, with a different interviewer each time. Usually, each interviewer will ask questions to test different sets of competencies. However, you may find yourself answering the same questions over and over. If this does happen, make sure you answer each one as fully as the time before.

Panel interviews

These involve several people sitting on a panel. The actual number of interviewers can vary but there is usually a chairperson to co-ordinate the questions, a specialist who knows about the job in detail and an HR manager. These are popular in the public sector, including education and local government.

INTERVIEW SESSION TIPS

First impressions

First impressions are important. An interview may last for 30 minutes or more but studies have shown that someone forms judgements about you within four minutes of meeting you and that these judgements affect their subsequent impressions. Research shows that first impressions are made up of the following:
55% visual impact, ie dress, facial expressions and body language;
38% tone of voice;
7% from what you actually say.

All is not lost if you are very nervous at the outset but try to create the best first impression you can – a warm smile and firm handshake will help.
Body language

Body or non-verbal language might be defined as ‘what we say without saying anything’. Much of the impact you create at interview is based on your visual and non-verbal presentation.

Non-verbal presentation is composed of:

how you look - see Practical preparation;

how you walk, sit, act - sit reasonably upright – slouching or leaning too far back in your chair can give the impression that you are too casual about the whole thing. If you tend to flap your hands around a lot when you speak, try to hold them together. However, don’t cross your arms as it can make you appear defensive. Moderate hand movements are perfectly acceptable and can enliven the conversation;

eye contact - good eye contact is essential and is an excellent way of conveying your interest in the job. Looking downwards or at anything other than the interviewer can make you appear disinterested and insincere. Maintaining good eye contact can also help you gauge the interviewer’s reaction to what you are saying (to see whether you should be expanding on your answers). With panel interviews, the best advice is to look at and answer the person asking the questions, with a glance from time to time at the other interviewers;

the style, tone and delivery of your voice - try not to talk too fast and keep your tone moderate. This can be difficult when you are nervous but take a deep breath before you start to answer a question and work on keeping your answers concise. Rehearse your answers beforehand and monitor your speed and tone. Don’t use slang and watch out for too many ‘ers’ and ‘ums’. Practising beforehand, especially in front of someone else, can help you identify any bad habits;

how confident you appear to be - try to relax. An interview is also about deciding if you will fit into the organisation so try to smile and establish a rapport with your interviewer.

Their questions

With thorough preparation, you are in a good position to respond effectively to questions and display knowledge of yourself, the job and the organisation to which you are applying. Remember that some interviewers may be inexperienced and untrained; not only does this mean that they may be nervous too but also that they may not be best placed to get the best out of you. You need to make sure you are providing all the information they require.

The following points may help:

Be prepared to talk - avoid yes/no answers and expand as often as possible. Don’t, however, over-communicate; it can be tempting to talk too much. Don’t talk yourself out of a job trying to fill silences left by the interviewer! Take your cue from the interviewer and, if you are not sure that they have heard enough, ask if they would like you to continue.

Ask for clarification if you need it - this not only helps you to answer the question asked but also demonstrates confidence and control.
If you need a moment’s thinking time, take a sip of water, if available - this will provide you with an opportunity to think.
Use examples from several different experiences, rather than concentrating on just one aspect of your life.

Be positive - don’t use the word ‘but’. Many people play down good experiences, saying things like: 'yes, I have worked as part of a team but that was only in a bar at weekends.' A more positive summary would be: 'I worked in a busy bar at weekends with three other staff and we needed to work well as a team in order to keep the queues down and keep our motivation up.'

Be yourself - if you adopt a new persona for the interview, the result is likely to be insincere and transparent. Even if you are offered the job, you may find later that it’s not right for the ‘real’ you.

Remember that honesty is the best policy - if it is discovered at a later stage that you have been dishonest, you could be dismissed. Admitting to a period of poor motivation during your A-levels shows more integrity than blaming someone else for your grades. Don’t feel that you should cover up incidents like this, rather present them as positive learning experiences.
Difficult questions

You may feel that there are certain questions that have the potential to flummox you. These may include questions that appear to be an invitation to shoot yourself in the foot and those asking you to think about yourself in a different way, such as:

what is your biggest weakness;
what would you say has been your greatest failure;
how would your friends describe you;
if you were an animal/biscuit, what would you be?

One of the reasons that questions like these are asked at all is to see how you react. Relax, be honest, keep in mind the points that you want to make about yourself and turn the matter around so that you can emphasise the positive whilst minimising weaker areas. In answer to the first question, you might say that you tend to be a perfectionist, which can cause time management problems but that you have realised this and now ensure you allocate your time effectively to meet deadlines.

The same strategy can also be used with questions asking you to think about yourself in a different way. It is unlikely that your friends would highlight all of the strengths that you would like to lay claim to but the question focuses very much on your relationships with other people. Your answer could cover your loyalty, your understanding or your readiness to help. The problem is that it is sometimes difficult to say things like ‘my friends think I’m loyal…’ without sounding presumptuous and you may find it easier to preface these glowing attributes with, ‘I think that my friends would say…’ or ‘I hope that my friends would say…’.

"Just be yourself. Don’t be scared of making mistakes. They want to hear your thought processes and are looking for potential rather than perfection."
(PhD student, Newcastle University)

Don’t let the interviewer get personal. Recruiters are subject to legal action if they discriminate on the grounds of gender, race, religion or disability. You should politely decline to answer personal questions where personal subjects have no relevance to the job.
Positive endings

This is the chance to ask those questions you prepared earlier. If the opportunity is not offered, assert yourself politely and say you have a number of things you would like to raise and ask if this is the appropriate time to do so. If it feels right to you, thank the interviewer and reiterate your enthusiasm for the job for which you have applied. Always end the interview on a positive note.
What next?

If it has not been made clear when they expect to let you know the outcome, ask!

ADIITIONAL INFO-BODY LANGUAGE

These are the additional tips for a good body language:


Relax into your chair

The way you sit conveys a lot of subtle information to the people on the other side of the desk. So don't take the seat like it's Old Sparky, instead use a moment to get comfortable. If you look relaxed, it'll encourage your interviewer/s to feel at ease in your company. Just be careful not to take it to extremes, and kick back like you're at home on the sofa. Flipping the chair round and straddling it is also perhaps just a little too cocksure.

Maintain eye contact

Keep it true and steady, but remember to blink. To avoid that staring-like-a-serial-killer mistake, form a mental triangle on your interviewer's forehead and make sure that your gaze doesn't drop below eye level. Any further south and things start to get a bit intimate, an interest in their mouth may persuade them to think you're hitting on them.

Steer your body

Crossing your legs loosely is fine if it makes you feel happier, especially if you're wearing a skirt, but if you can 'point' at the interviewer with your knees or your feet it shows you're focused right in on them.

Use your hands

If you can be physically expressive as you speak it shows a certain confidence in the stuff you're saying. Use your hands to roll out your answers or give shape to your ideas, and at the very least your interviewer will think you know what you're talking about.

If you have a moustache you may want to consider shaving it off - people with moustaches can be perceived as being aggressive. You can always grow it again once you have got the job.

BODY LANGUAGE DURING INTERVIEW

Gestures and body movements are unconscious forms of expressions and therefore they have a language of their own. We are unware of our gestures and body movements 99% of the time, but other people can notice our gestures and movements if they pay attention to and know what they mean.

Note that body language applies not only to the interviewer but also to the interviewee. Also note that these gestures may happen throughout the conversation and they change as the conversation progresses.

The objective of paying attention to nonverbal communication is to help you change the direction of the conversation. If the person is showing negative gestures, then you need to change the subject by asking a new question or talking about something else.

So, during a job interview, you can watch for the following gestures:
Crossed arms - means that the person is in a defensive and reserved mood.

Crossed arms and legs - means that the person feels very reserved and suspicious.

Open arms and hands - means that the person is open and receptive.

Standing before you with his hands inside the pockets - means he is not sure or feels suspicious.

Standing before you with his hands on his hips - means he is receptive and ready to help you out.

Sitting in a chair shaking one of the legs - means he feels nervous and uncomfortable.

If his eyes are downcast and face turned away - means he is not interested in what you are saying.

With the palm of the hand holding or stroking his chin - means he is in an evaluating position and being critical.

Leaning back in his chair with both hands clasped behind his head - means he is in an analytical mood, but it is also a gesture of superiority.

Rubbing or touching his nose when answering a question - means he is not telling the complete truth.

If he maintains good eye contact and he smiles in a relaxed and happy way - means he is definitely receptive to you.

Rubbing the back of his head or rubbing or touching the back of his neck - means the conversation is not really interesting.

If he moves his body and sits with his feet and body pointing towards a door - means he wants to end the conservation and leave the room.

SOURCE:www.prospects.ac.uk

ESSENTIALS OF GD

These are the essentials of GD
Chek Out:

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Have you ever seen a football game?

Or been a part of a football team?

These questions might seem awkward and absurd when talking about How to crack a Group Discussion to get into a top B-School.

But they are relevant to understand the nuances of a Group Discussion.

Just reiterating the cliché that a Group discussion, or GD, as it is commonly called, is a group process or a team building exercise does not help students.

As in a football game, where you play like a team, passing the ball to each team member and aim for a common goal, GD is also based on team work, incorporating views of different team members to reach a common goal.

A Group Discussion at a B-School can be defined as a formal discussion involving ten to 12 participants in a group.

They are given a topic. After some time, during which they collect their thoughts, the group is asked to discuss the topic for 20 to 25 minutes.

B-Schools use the GD process to assess a candidate's personality traits.

Here are some of the most important personality traits that a candidate should possess to do well at a GD:

1. TEAM PLAYER

B-Schools lay great emphasis on this parameter because it is essential for managers to be team players.

The reason: Managers always work in teams.

At the beginning of his career, a manager works as a team member. And, later, as a team leader.

Management aspirants who lack team skills cannot be good managers.

2. REASIONING ABILITY

Reasoning ability plays an important role while expressing your opinions or ideas at a GD.

For example, an opinion like 'Reduction in IIMs' fees will affect quality' can be better stated by demonstrating your reasoning ability and completing the missing links between fees and quality as:

'Reduction in IIMs' fees will result in less funds being invested on study material, student exchange programmes, research, student development activities, etc.

'Moreover, it costs money to attract good faculty, create good infrastructure and upgrade technology.

'With reduction in fees, less money will be available to perform these ,activities which will lead to deterioration in the quality of IIMs.'

3. LEADERSHIP

There are three types of situations that can arise in a GD:

~ A GD where participants are unable to establish a proper rapport and do not speak much.
~ A GD where participants get emotionally charged and the GD gets chaotic.
~ A GD where participants discuss the topic assertively by touching on all its nuances and try to reach the objective.

Here, a leader would be someone who facilitates the third situation at a GD.

A leader would have the following qualities:

~S/he shows direction to the group whenever group moves away from the topic.
~S/he coordinates the effort of the different team members in the GD.
~S/he contributes to the GD at regular intervals with valuable insights.
~S/he also inspires and motivates team members to express their views.

Caution: Being a mere coordinator in a GD does not help, because it is a secondary role.

Contribute to the GD with your ideas and opinions, but also try and steer the conversation towards a goal.

4. FLEXIBILITY

You must be open to other ideas as well as to the evaluation of your ideas: That is what flexibility is all about.

But first, remember: Never ever start your GD with a stand or a conclusion.

Say the topic of a GD is, 'Should India go to war with Pakistan?'

Some participants tend to get emotionally attached to the topic and take a stand either in favour or against the topic, ie 'Yes, India should', or, 'No, India should not'.

By taking a stand, you have already given your decision without discussing the topic at hand or listening to the views of your team members.

Also, if you encounter an opposition with a very strong point at the 11th hour, you end up in a typical catch-22 situation:

~If you change your stand, you are seen as a fickle-minded or a whimsical person.
~If you do not change your stand, you are seen as an inflexible, stubborn and obstinate person.

5. ASSERTIVENAESS

You must put forth your point to the group in a very emphatic, positive and confident manner.

Participants often confuse assertiveness with aggressiveness.

Aggressiveness is all about forcing your point on the other person, and can be a threat to the group. An aggressive person can also demonstrate negative body language, whereas an assertive person displays positive body language.

6. INITIATIVE

A general trend amongst students is to start a GD and get the initial kitty of points earmarked for the initiator.

But that is a high risk-high return strategy.

Initiate a GD only if you are well versed with the topic. If you start and fail to contribute at regular intervals, it gives the impression that you started the GD just for the sake of the initial points.

Also, if you fumble, stammer or misquote facts, it may work against you.

Remember: You never ever get a second chance to create a first impression.

7. CREATIVITY / OUT OF BOX THINKING

An idea or a perspective which opens new horizons for discussion on the GD topic is always highly appreciated.

When you put across a new idea convincingly, such that it is discussed at length by the group, it can only be positive.

You will find yourself in the good books of the examiner.

8. INSPIRING ABILITY

A good group discussion should incorporate views of all the team members.

If some team members want to express their ideas but are not getting the opportunity to do so, giving them an opportunity to express their ideas or opinions will be seen as a positive trait.

Caution: If a participant is not willing to speak, you need not necessarily go out of the way to ask him to express his views. This may insult him and hamper the flow of the GD.

9. LISTENING

Always try and strike a proper balance between expressing your ideas and imbibing ideas.

10.AWARENESS

You must be well versed with both the micro and macro environment.

Your awareness about your environment helps a lot in your GD content, which carries maximum weightage.

Caution: The content or awareness generally constitutes 40 to 50 percent marks of your GD.

Apart from these qualities, communication skills, confidence and the ability to think on one's feet are also very important.

Brijesh Singh is an alumnus of Mumbai's Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies.

He is Project Head, Top Careers and You (www.tcyonline.com), which prepares students for competitive examinations.

HR and PERSONAL INTERVIEWS

HI GUYS AND GALS

Here are some questions you can expect from the HRs and other personal interview sessions. Check out:

Q : Tell me about yourself."

HINT : Talk about personal characteristics and skills that translate into career strengths.

A : "I love to jump into projects with both feet. I like sitting in front of a computer or at my desk for hours at a time thinking about a problem, plotting out the solution, making the presentation. Object-oriented technology [or any new technology] is my newest challenge."


Q : "What books and/or magazines do you read?"

HINT : Obviously, a technical or trade journal is one answer they are looking for. The books you've read tells the manager something about your personality.

A : Whatever you do, don't say, "I don't like to read."


Q : "What are your greatest strengths?"

HINT : Discuss specific assets the employer desires.

A : "Pleasant personality/politeness, loyalty, willingness to work hard, motivation, persistence, tenacity."


Q : "What were your favorite subjects in school and why?"

HINT : Of course, if your major is Computer Science you want to mention some of your computer science classes. You might mention other related subjects. For example, if you're interviewing at a financial services firm, you might discuss why you liked your accounting or finance classes. If you did any unusual or special projects in that area, you would bring that up now. Mention anything that shows a keen interest this employer's particular kind of work.

If you are interviewing at a software or integration consulting firm, somewhere during the interview you would want to mention that you truly enjoy working with people. To illustrate this point, mention any volunteer work or part-time jobs you might have held anytime in your life that involved interacting with people. For example, "I volunteered at a homeless shelter during the holidays giving out food." This shows that you genuinely care about others and like giving back to the community, and that you would go out of your way for a boss or a coworker.


Q : "How do you let off steam after you've completed a tough project? What do you like to do in your spare time?"

HINT : Managers like well-rounded employees; your answer to this question illustrates some of your personal qualities. If you can mention pastimes that would be an asset to the job you are seeking, so much the better. For example, a bridge player must possess valuable analytical skills. Whatever your favorite hobby is, strong outside interests round out your character.

A : "For relaxation I like to read a mystery novel, go swimming, go skiing, make pottery . . ."


Q : "Where do you plan to be in five years?"

HINT : Everyone hates this question, but everyone asks it. The traditional answer is "management." But in recent years companies have started to develop a technical career track. Many companies call this position "consultant" or "senior software engineer" or "staff engineer." Of course, any other management position that you think would interest you is also appropriate: product marketing manager, application manager for a particular project (in other words, a first-line manager), or any other position that requires a technical background. Employers like goal-oriented workers, so saying you don't know will turn a manager off.

A : The generic answer would be, "I would like to try the technical career track," or, "I want to follow the management career path."


Q : "What are your weaknesses?"

HINT : There are a couple of approaches you can take with the "weakness" question. Whatever you do, do not mention any true weakness, such as, "I have a hard time getting to work on time." The ability to answer the question properly is half of what the manager is looking for. One strategy is to give a personal weakness that is considered a professional strength.

A : "I'm so compulsive about my work, that I can't stop until the job is perfect." Another approach is to turn the question into a discussion of your current professional goals. Example: "I plan to improve myself this year by taking a class in public speaking." Choose a peripheral weakness -- one that you may really need to work on, but not one that would disqualify you for the position in question.


Q : "Why do you want to work here at XYZ Company?"

HINT : Be very careful with this one. If you've researched this company then you can say something specific, like "object-oriented relational database technology really turns me on." Showing that you have done some research marks you as a self-starter with a solid grasp of the big picture.

A : "I've been following XYZ's growth and I want a company that I can grow with. Your company is solid and stable, with a growth rate of X percent last year and a great competitive position" Or, "I like a start-up environment where I can really make a difference."


Q : "Why should we hire you?"

A : "Because I would be an asset to your organization. I'm loyal, tenacious, motivated, and I learn fast. I'm someone who could be very productive very quickly."


Q : "What motivates you?"

HINT : Whatever you do, do not say lots of money. We all know that money, power and recognition are all basic motivators. But you do not want to appear selfish. You want to appear intelligent and hard-working and interested in doing a good job, interested in giving rather than receiving. If you've held jobs while in college or during the summers, be sure to reach from those specific examples to illustrate the above.

A : "A job well done." "A challenge." "Interesting work/technology." Any or all of these answers work.


Q : "Tell me about a conflict you encountered and how you handled it."

HINT : This is one of the toughest interview questions of all. It's sort of a trick question, as a matter of fact. Never speak negatively about anyone. The ability to successfully resolve conflicts is important for all members of an IS team.. It may be the most important factor if you're working in a service environment, such as a large consulting firm that deals with outside clients. The answer you give here could go a long way toward getting you a job offer. Managers want to see that you are mature and unselfish. The answer should involve proof of your maturity level. They are looking for your ability to handle conflict. Compromise and working it out without external intervention are the keys. A disgruntled person is not going to be productive, and tends to bring down coworkers' morale as well.

A : "I sat down with the other person and asked what his issues were. Then I outlined my issues. We talked about which were the most important ones and which we could compromise on. We looked for the common aspects of our goals and placed those first. Then we decided together what to give up and what to keep, so that both parties felt they were winning something. Both parties were satisfied."


Q : "What changes have you made in your life that you are most proud of?"

HINT : This tells the manager more about your ability to take control of your life. It illustrates your leadership potential, and suggests just how promotable you might be. After all, if he produces a star, he looks good.

If you're interviewing at a service provider, you will probably be asked to lunch. Remember that you're being judged on whether you know how to make small talk with a client and your overall manners and social skills.


Q : "What are your salary requirements?"

HINT : The use of the word "offer" is critical. It's a subliminal message that an actual job offer is what you are discussing, not just your salary needs in general.

A : "Salary is not my primary consideration. Of course, I have to pay the bills. I'd be open to any reasonable offer." Pause and maintain direct eye contact, even if it seems like forever. Do not be the first one to flinch. Do not over-talk. Be prepared for a long silence. Let the manager be the first to present a figure. It will give you power and control.

If forced to give a specific number, never give a broad range -- you will usually be offered the low end. Instead, be as precise as possible: "I'd be open to something in the low-fifties (or mid-forties, high-seventies, whatever)." Giving such a specific number presumes you've researched the local job market and know what entry-level people with your skills are making.


Q : "Are you interviewing at any other companies?"

HINT : You want the manager to know that you're extremely interested in his opportunity, but are keeping your options open.

A : "Yes, Mr. X, but at this point XYZ is my first choice."


Remember, all of these interview questions have more than one appropriate answer. If you are feeling nervous about an upcoming interview, keep in mind that the hiring manager gets just as excited about a potentially strong candidate as the candidate does about him or her. Strong, qualified, motivated technical people are very hard to find. Be direct, but think before you speak, and you will surely get an offer.





Personality
It is best to read some website or a book for questions like these.

1. Tell me the courses you liked and why did you like them.

2. Give an instance in your life in which you were faced with a problem and you tackled it successfully.

3. What is your ideal working environment.

4. Why do you think you are smart.

5. Questions on the projects listed on the Resume.

6. Do you want to know any thing about the company.( Try to ask some relevant and interesting question).

7. How long do you want to stay in USA and why (I guess non-citizens get this)?

8. What is your geographical preference?

9. What are your expectations from the job.