the answer is despair generally. To fight, people need hope. When you're unarmed and surrounded by 15 men with guns who tell you that you're going to be execut

the answer is despair generally. To fight, people need hope. When you're unarmed and surrounded by 15 men with guns who tell you that you're going to be executed you know that you're going to die. Sure you could maybe attack one of them and injure them before they shoot you, but what will that accomplish? Some people would rather morn the fact that they'll never see their loved ones again or spend those short moments in prayer or reflection. Especially in cases where acts of horrific violence aren't in their nature.