Sample of Questions Asked of Anyone Who Passed By or Stopped to Help the First Subject

 

 

These questions were asked verbally of each person who passed by or stopped to help the subject. Some of them have follow-up questions if the person responded in certain ways.
FIRST SUBJECT

[The interviewer noted which card was used, whether the person passed near the subject, whether or not the person glanced at the card or stopped to read the card, and whether the person helped the subject across, in which case questions #1 and #5 were skipped.)

1. We are conducting a research project. Do you mind if I ask you why you think the woman with the cane is/was standing there?

2. In what way is she handicapped?

[If deafness is not mentioned, ask "Could she be deaf?" Y___N___]

3. Did you get a chance to read the card? Y/N____

[If yes, why do you think you didn’t realize the person was deaf?]

[If they have no idea, ask if they were incredulous? Not paying attention? Not thinking?]

4. How did you feel when you saw that woman?

[If they have no idea, ask if they wanted to help? Felt cautious? Curious? Feeling pity? Angry? Afraid?]

5. Would you be reluctant to approach the woman?

[Would you be reluctant if you had time, or if you knew she needed assistance?]

Y/N___ Why?

Photo of "Deaf-blind woman holding a card asking for assistance in crossing the street"