I believe this question is another way of asking you about your strength. Just boast. “Even without experience, I’m good at brainstorming/quick thinker/etc..”

Actually, I never contact the past employer of the interviewee. But if I choose to call in the future, it must be someone that fits the criteria (and none of the interviewee except for you fits the criteria) but at the same time I need a confirmation. My company doesn’t have such practice. So, I think it’s okay to lie. Oops~ I’ll rephrase it. I think it’s okay to change the story a little bit. But make sure you don’t make same mistake in the new company. Because “not getting along with colleagues” is kind of unacceptable. It’s not like you’re going to a matchmaking session with your colleagues. Just be nice. Don’t so choosy about your colleague.