"An agglomeration of men presents new characteristics very different from those of the individuals composing it.The sentiments and ideas of all the persons in the gathering take one and the same direction,and their conscious personality vanishes.A collective mind is formed,doubtless transitory,but presenting very clearly defined characteristics.The gathering has thus become what,in the absence of a better expression,I will call an organized crowd.. . .It forms a single being . . ." Which theory describes this quote?
A) public goods dilemma
B) tragedy of the commons
C) mass society theory
D) contagion theory

Question

"An agglomeration of men presents new characteristics very different from those of the individuals composing it.The sentiments and ideas of all the persons in the gathering take one and the same direction,and their conscious personality vanishes.A collective mind is formed,doubtless transitory,but presenting very clearly defined characteristics.The gathering has thus become what,in the absence of a better expression,I will call an organized crowd.. . .It forms a single being . . ." Which theory describes this quote?
A) public goods dilemma
B) tragedy of the commons
C) mass society theory
D) contagion theory

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The quote describes the concept of a collective mind and the transformation of individual behavior in a crowd, which aligns with contagion theory. This theory suggests that individuals in a crowd can lose their sense of self and adopt a group mentality, leading to a unified behavior.

"An Agglomeration of Men Presents New Characteristics Very Different from Those