Question

1. part a: what does the phrase \spiral of silence\ mean as it is used in paragraph 8?

a. a result of conformity in which no one speaks because the group norm is to avoid confrontation
b. a result of internalization in which people believe that they agree with the dominant opinion
c. a result of conformity in which the group agrees with one individual because no one wants to speak out
d. a result of having so many opinions available in a situation that society loses the value of silent

Explanation:

The "spiral of silence" is a theory in social - psychology where people remain silent when they perceive their opinion as a minority one to avoid social isolation. In a group, if the norm is to avoid confrontation, people will not speak up, which is what option A describes.

Answer:

A. a result of conformity in which no one speaks because the group norm is to avoid confrontation