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We've discussed the pros and cons of the "outside interests" interview
question, among others. I've seen the response that some questions are
not appropriate for an interview.
My question is: if someone asks you a question you'd rather not answer,
how do you reply without offending the interviewer, appearing hostile or
looking as if you're hiding something?
