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““Who is Slumkey?’whispered Mr. Tupman. ‘I don’t know,’ replied Mr. Pickwick, in the same tone. ‘Hush. Don’t ask any questions. It’s always best on these occasions to do what the mob do.’ ‘But suppose there are two mobs?’ suggested Mr. Snodgrass. ‘Shout with the largest,’ replied Mr. Pickwick. Volumes could not have said more.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Characters discuss how to handle unknowns by following the majority, highlighting blind conformity and lack of critical thinking.
In simple terms: Follow the crowd without questioning.
Key Takeaway
Question the majority’s direction.
Themes
conformity
authority
decisionmaking
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- business meetings
- political rallies
- online forums
- classroom discussions
Key Concepts
social psychology
groupthink
Questions to Reflect On
- When did you follow a crowd without thinking?
- How can you verify the truth before acting?
A Different Perspective
Majority opinion can be misinformed or manipulative.