Open vs. Closed Questions

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What is an open question?

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An open question is one that cannot be answered with a simple 'yes' or 'no.' It requires elaboration and encourages discussion.

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What is a closed question?

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A closed question is one that can be answered with a simple 'yes' or 'no,' or with a specific piece of information.

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Give an example of an open question.

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An example of an open question is: 'What are the benefits of exercise for mental health?'

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Give an example of a closed question.

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An example of a closed question is: 'Is the sky blue?'

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Why are open questions important in discussions?

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Open questions promote critical thinking, encourage deeper exploration of topics, and facilitate engaging conversations.

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Why are closed questions useful?

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Closed questions are useful for gathering specific information quickly and can help in assessing knowledge or understanding.

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What type of question is 'How did cats become so diverse?'

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This is an open question.

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What type of question is 'What is the difference between all the Spidermans?'

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This is an open question.

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What type of question is 'Why did they flip over spoons as a sign to keep away the devil in King Henry VIII era?'

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This is a closed question.

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What is the main difference between open and closed questions?

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The main difference is that open questions require detailed responses, while closed questions can be answered with short, definitive answers.