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What mistake did Aristotle make that could have been easily avoided?
According to the author, what should you do if the matter can be settled by observation?
What does it mean when an opinion contrary to yours makes you angry?
What example does Russell give about Chinese and Manchu customs?
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Which of these are ways to reduce dogmatism mentioned in the essay?
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Travel to different countries, Read newspapers from opposing parties, Seek out people you disagree with
Russell suggests that exposure to different perspectives through travel, reading opposing viewpoints, and engaging with people who disagree with you helps reduce dogmatic thinking by showing you alternative ways of seeing things.
What advantage does imaginary argument have over actual conversation with opponents?
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It's not limited by time and space
Russell mentions that imaginary arguments have one advantage over actual conversations - they are not subject to the limitations of time and space, meaning you can have these mental debates anytime, anywhere.
Who does Russell mention as an example of someone with an opposing view about modern technology?
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Mahatma Gandhi
Russell mentions Gandhi as someone who opposed railways, steamboats, and machinery, and would have liked to undo the industrial revolution. This serves as an example of how to imagine arguments with people holding different views.
According to Russell, what should we be wary of?
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Opinions that flatter our self-esteem
Russell warns us to be very wary of opinions that flatter our self-esteem because these opinions make us feel good about ourselves, which can cloud our judgment and prevent us from seeing the truth objectively.
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