Very soon (Term 2) you are all going to have the opportunity to personally interview a real-life famous explorer. Between now and then, your task is to think of 3 open-ended questions to ask them. What is an open ended question I hear you say? Well the difference between open and closed ended question is very simple.
Closed-ended questions are those which can be answered by a simple "yes" or "no," while open-ended questions are those which require more thought and more than a simple one-word answer.
Here is a picture of one of our favourite explorers, Dr. Indiana Jones:
Closed-ended question example: Dr. Jones do you like being a explorer?
Open-ended question example: Dr. Jones, after all the places you have explored, what was the most terrifying and why?
As you can see, the open-ended question will require Dr. Jones to answer in more detail, this is what we are looking for.
Year 5, remember to write your 3 questions down somewhere safe, as you will need them for the first day of Term 2. Maybe even ask your parents in a pretend interview to ensure you have asked questions that prompt further discussion.
Good luck.