Interview: Names in My Family

Prepare Your Questions:

• Use the provided questions. They can be a starting point for a longer conversation.

Choose Your Interviewee:

• Select someone with a rich understanding of their family's naming traditions, such as a parent, grandparent, or a family member who has researched family history.

Set the Scene:

• Agree on a time and place to interview your family member. Find a quiet, comfortable environment for the interview. The interview can be in person or over Zoom.

Encourage Storytelling:

• Ask follow-up questions to encourage the interviewee to share stories about naming traditions.

Take Notes:

• Respond to the questions in this assignment. If possible, record the audio of the conversation (with permission) for accuracy.

Thank Your Interviewee:

• Express gratitude for their time and insights. Acknowledge the value of sharing family traditions.