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Question
Say ‘WHY’?
The writer grew less dogmatic and more open-minded.
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Solution
The writer grew less dogmatic and more open-minded - because:
(1) he mingled with social groups having different opinions.
(2) he traveled and,
(3) he observed himself whenever there were contrary opinions.
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