“There are naive questions tedious questions ill-phrased questions questions put after inadequate self-criticism But every question is a cry to understand the world There is no such thing as a dumb question”
— Carl Sagan
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When people ask questions, they might sometimes seem simple, boring, or not well thought out. No matter how a question is phrased or why it's asked, it shows someone is trying to understand something they don't yet know. For example, a student in a class may hesitate to ask how photosynthesis works because they worry it sounds silly. However, that student is actually showing a desire to learn about plant biology, which is important. We should remember that every question comes from a place of curiosity and wanting to learn more about the world around us. So, instead of judging the question, it's better to appreciate the effort to seek knowledge, because every question helps us grow and understand better.
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Curiosity Education Inquiry Intelligence Introspection Knowledge Learning Questions Self-criticism Understanding
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