A Group Member Who Plays the Role of a Cynic

A group member who plays the role of a cynic exhibits which of the following behaviors?

A) Tries to convert members to a pet cause or idea
B) Obstructs the smooth flow of discussion in the group by incessantly reintroducing dead issues already rejected by the group
C) Engages in fault-finding, predicts group failure, and focuses on the negative side of things
D) When the group may need a cheerleader, the cynic becomes a jeerleader by providing a disheartening message.