text: why did it take 5 points away from me, for asking a question?   that's how much it is now, they've adjusted the scoring.  you now get 3 points instead of 2 when you choose a best answer.  click on your points to see what other changes have occurred... and don't forget to check out the 'spell check' too!  ps::: maybe this is supposed to cut down on the number of 'stupid' questions people ask?  5 points seems a bit stiff to me!