What Does the Crowd Do to Individuals,according to Le Bon's

question 37

Multiple Choice

What does the crowd do to individuals,according to Le Bon's contagion theory?

• A) It transforms individuals from rational beings into a single organism with a collective mind.
• B) It compels people to change their attitudes and accept behaviour they would not otherwise tolerate.
• C) It brings people together in order to bring about social change.
• D) It increases personal responsibility.

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Definitions:

Host Culture

The culture of a country or region that welcomes individuals from another culture, influencing their integration and assimilation.

Assimilation

Conformity of ethnic group members to the dominant group’s culture.

Ethnic Group

A community or population made up of people who share a common cultural background, including language, religion, and traditions.

Dominant Group

A social or ethnic group possessing a position of power, authority, or privilege, allowing them to set or influence societal norms and values.