Contrary to what many people are saying, it does not cost you points to ask questions. 

PlayFirst breaks down how to earn points in the FAQ:
http: //www.playfirst.com/help.html?topic=points

it used to. they just recently changed it. It had "cost" 10 points to ask a question.

thanks

Kel- I love the idea of getting enough points to purchase or get a discount on a game. It would also encourage people to try to answer more questions.
 
Although, I disagree with the idea to get points for posting. I think people would quickly take advantage of that by posting short words or things that don't have to do with the topic just to get points.