Why did the colonists not seek their independence immediately after the French and Indian War? They were unsure of the Indian situation.
They had no money to sustain themselves.
They were afraid of the retaliation that might come.
They were clueless.
The British Empire was at the height of its power. The colonists were proud to be a part of it.

Not all members of the radio audience of orson welles' war of the worlds broadcast panicked immediately. indeed, some didn't panic until they looked out of the window and saw empty streets; others didn't panic until they saw streets full of traffic. it was after checking out the situation that these citizens decided that the martians had indeed invaded earth. this example illustrates that contagion can result when people look to others for the interpretation of ambiguous situations . can result when cultural norms reinforce people's most likely responses. occurs primarily because humans are by nature irrational creatures. is especially likely when people are motivated to make independent decisions.