10 Questions
What was Marques Gaines doing at the nearby bar before the incident?
Drinking and dancing
What is the term used to describe the phenomenon of bystanders not helping in a traumatic event?
The bystander effect
According to social psychologists, what is the relationship between the number of people surrounding an incident and the probability of someone helping?
Inversely proportional
What was the occupations of the victim, Marques Gaines?
Hotel cocktail server
What ultimately caused the death of Marques Gaines?
A cab driving over him
What is the term psychologists use to describe the phenomenon where people are less likely to help when others are around?
Diffusion of responsibility
Why do people often fail to act in crowds, according to Arthur Lurigio?
Because they do not feel as guilty about not doing something when others are also inactive
What is one of the concerns that may prevent people from helping in situations like the one described in the text?
Worry about legal complications
What was stolen from the victim, Gaines, after the confrontation with his attacker?
His cellphone and debit card
What was the reason for adding 7-Eleven as a defendant to the lawsuit, according to attorney Chris Hurley?
Because they did not provide adequate security in the area
Read about a disturbing incident on Near North Side where a 32-year-old assault victim, Marques Gaines, was left lying on the street without anyone helping him. Explore the scene and the reactions of the passersby. Test your understanding of the event with this quiz.
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