CurveballBeginnerTraditional one-on-one, MMI station
What song would you play in the OR, and why?
Curveball: Unexpected or playful questions that test how you think on your feet.
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Sample answer outline
- Pick a song you actually like and say it without overthinking.
- Give a reason that shows something real about you: a memory, a mood, what helps you focus.
- Earn a bonus point by thinking of the team: volume, everyone's focus, and the patient if they're awake.
- Keep it under a minute and enjoy it.
What makes it work
- Curveballs test composure and personality, not the right answer.
- The team detail quietly shows good judgment.
How to approach curveball questions
- Take a breath. There is usually no right answer.
- Give a genuine answer quickly, then one reason that shows something about you.
- If it's a puzzle, ask a clarifying question and reason out loud.
- Keep it light and short.
What it tests
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