Which of the following statements best defines a riot?

A) ?It is a collective flight, often irrational, from a real or perceived danger.
B) ?It is a fashion that spreads rapidly and enthusiastically but lasts only a short time.
C) ?It is a loose collection of people who have little in common except for participating in a common event.
D) ?It is a widespread opinion of people on a particular issue.
E) ?It is a violent crowd that directs its hostility at a wide and shifting range of targets.


E

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