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“finding easy scapegoats for complicated problems had been a human pastime since the first mob of cavemen struck someone down with a rock.” quote by Neal Shusterman
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““finding easy scapegoats for complicated problems had been a human pastime since the first mob of cavemen struck someone down with a rock.””

Neal Shusterman

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Darkest Minds by Alexandra Bracken, 2012

Humans historically blame simple scapegoats for complex issues, a habit dating back to early societies.

In simple terms: Blaming easy targets is a long‑standing habit.

Key Takeaway

Seek deeper causes beyond scapegoats.

Themes

blame history human nature

Mood

analytical critical

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • historical analysis
  • social critique

Key Concepts

psychology social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we prefer simple answers?
  • How can we resist scapegoating?
A Different Perspective

Scapegoating can sometimes simplify problem‑solving.

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