Using the the themes below and, in a well organized essay, explore the ways in which this theme is still alive in 2020. In doing so, you must connect the theme to a clearly identified event, mindset, trend, or philosophy that exists in your personal life, the local community, the national consciousness, or even the global community. Be sure to identify clear examples of this theme from the play while also connecting each example to aspects of the modern-day manifestation of the theme.

Themes:
Groupthink: this occurs when a group of well-intentioned people make irrational or non-optimal decisions that are spurred by the urge to conform or the discouragement of dissent (Psychology Today).