The Subplot of the Class's Collective Behavior

Rage

The transformation of the hostage class into a mob.

increasing

Bearing strength in each event

decreasing

The Initial Shock The Initial Shock from "Rage". The Stunned Silence The First Moments The class is frozen after Mrs. Underwood is shot. No one screams or runs. They watch Charlie with detached fascination.

The Initial Shock from "Rage". The Stunned Silence The First Moments The class is frozen after Mrs. Underwood is shot. No one screams or runs. They watch Charlie with detached fascination.

The Stunned Silence The First Moments The class is frozen after Mrs. Underwood is shot. No one screams or runs. They watch Charlie with detached fascination. The Gradual Engagement As Charlie talks, the class begins to engage. They ask questions and share stories. They become participants, not just victims. The Shift in Power The class's loyalty shifts from Ted to Charlie. They begin to see Charlie as a liberator.

The Mob Mentality The Mob Mentality from "Rage". The Unanimous Decision The Vote When Charlie asks for the final order of business, all but Ted raise their hands.

The Mob Mentality from "Rage". The Unanimous Decision The Vote When Charlie asks for the final order of business, all but Ted raise their hands.

The Unanimous Decision The Vote When Charlie asks for the final order of business, all but Ted raise their hands. They are united in their desire to attack Ted. The Assault The class physically attacks Ted, stripping him, pouring ink on him, and breaking his foot. They act as a single entity. The Aftermath After the attack, they file out calmly. Their hands are stained with ink. They have been transformed by the experience.

Immediately after the shooting, morning of the crisis

Just before 1:00 PM, the climax of the crisis