I place Siri next to my ear and i get no response. Am i doing something wrong?

You don't have to do that. You should have Siri voice, when using Siri turn the volume up (the side ➕ button)

Also make sure the iPad Settings > General > Siri > Voice Feedback > Always

Your doing this with an iPad?

Are you trying to activate Siri?

Hold the home button down.

Can't hear it?

Turn the volume up.