Interviews can be nerve-wracking enough, even when you’ve thoroughly prepared for the usual questions about your experience and skills. But just as you’re confidently discussing your achievements, an interviewer throws you an unexpected curveball: “If you were an animal, which one would you be?”  At first glance, this might seem like a random or even irrelevant question. However, these kinds of unusual interview probes often have a deeper purpose. Employers often use them as a strategic tool to assess key traits that extend beyond a candidate’s CV, such as personality, problem-solving skills, and cultural fit within a team.