Existence+of+Mass+Consciousness

__**FIRST**__-- explore the existence of the theme throughout the text
** CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: ** __** In what way do characters find comfort at times in the consistency of being part of a group? **__
 * What group identities exist within the novel? **
 * What evidence is there regarding characters' perceiving of themselves in terms of a group rather than in terms of an individual? **
 * In what way do characters fight against the role that this "mass consciousness" has placed upon them? **
 * What conflicts exist between traditional and revolutionary perspectives? **

**__SECOND__**--connect the theme to 21st century America by searching and reviewing current media.
** CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: ** __** In what ways do individuals fight against roles which the "mass consciousness" forces upon them? **__
 * What group identities exist in our society? **
 * In what ways do society members perceive of themselves in terms of a group rather than in terms of an individual? **
 * In what way do individuals find comfort at times in the consistency of being part of a group? **
 * What conflicts exist between traditional and more contemporary perspectives? **