Research and Write: Think about a common fear that is not mentioned in the chapter. This might be a fear of yours or of someone you know.
In Chapter 4, “The Fear Instinct,” the author provides data regarding a few common fears that many people face, including natural disasters, airplane crashes, and terrorism. Rosling reminds us that “there’s no room for facts when our minds are occupied by fear” (103). He then mentions other problems- like contaminated water and alcohol abuse- that […]