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Which of the following is a difference between convergence theory and contagion theory?
 
  A) Convergence theory argues that a crowd influences an individual, while contagion theory states that individuals affect a crowd.
  B) Convergence theory argues that individuals react spontaneously to a situation, while contagion theory states that individuals develop norms as a situation unfolds.
  C) Convergence theory argues that individuals affect a crowd, while contagion theory states that the crowd affects an individual.
  D) Convergence theory argues that crowds consist of dissimilar individuals, while contagion theory states that crowds consist of like-minded people.
  E) Convergence theory argues that social norms shape crowd behavior, while contagion theory states that crowds are always orderly and focused.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of convergence theory?
 
  A) Fads
  B) Rallies
  C) Milling
  D) Rumors
  E) Hysteria



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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

B



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