Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
information question
Noun
/ˌɪn.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən ˈkwɛs.tʃən/
Definition
A type of question that seeks specific information, as opposed to a yes-or-no question.
Examples
- What is your favorite book?
- Where did you go on your last vacation?
- How does this machine work?
Meaning
Information questions, also known as wh-questions, begin with words like who, what, where, when, why, or how, and are used to elicit more detailed responses.
Synonyms
- Wh-question
- Open-ended question
- Information-seeking question
