Why do people think if you ask a question that you actually have that belief ?

Question

I ask questions to get peoples responses to particular things that interest me. I like to get a variety of views on different subjects. Some of the questions I ask are in direct opposition to my own beliefs but I pose them to see if I would still hold the same belief given different outlooks on things.
It is a closed , narrow and bigoted mind that doesnt take on board other peoples opinions .

By being narrow minded etc I mean you should listen to other peoples opinions and consider them before disregarding them. Sometimes people can surprise you and actually make you change your view on something.

Answer 1

Perhaps because it's badly worded. If one asks "Is it a sin if you have sex before marriage?" it's fairly safe to assume that the person is asking about themselves and is probably a christian.

Since you know that people will make assumptions, it's best to be as explicit as possible if you want answers that make sense.

Answer 2

Why? Because you phrase it poorly. There are ways to telegraph that you're only engaging in speculation or in a journey of discovery.

And to blow wide open your final statement: is it closed-minded, narrow, or bigoted to reject an opinion previously considered and rationally discarded? If so, then call me a bigot, for I reject many mere "opinions."

Answer 3

I agree with you. I ask questions in order to know the different views of people, the answer is objective. That's the whole point.

Answer 4

I feel exactly the same; ask a question about racism and you're branded a racist...ask a question about the war in Iraq and you're hounded for not supporting our troops.

Nice to know I am not the only one!

Answer 5

Well, I appreciate your sermon, but I dont know the answer to your question though.

Answer 6

most people want to varify what they already believe, its only human, but i think its great you would be so open minded! need more people like you!!