Question

please select the word from the list that best fits the definition
an emotionally charged group whose members are united by a specific, and often destructive, goal.
crowd
panic
public
mob
fad
rumor

Explanation:

A "mob" is an emotionally charged group. Members of a mob are united by a specific goal, which is often destructive. A "crowd" is a large group of people but not necessarily emotionally charged with a destructive goal. "Panic" is more about a sudden feeling of fear. "Public" is a general term for people in general. "Fad" is a temporary fashion or craze. "Rumor" is a piece of unverified information.

Answer:

mob