According to the text, which of the following is a primary motivating factor that brings

about the “spiral of silence”?



a. need for cognition
b. political sophistication
c. fear of isolation
d. communication apprehension
e. sensation-seeking


c.

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While listening to someone speak, Thomas opened his eyes and mouth wide as if about to say something. This is an example of a ____ cue

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.

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If you try see things through a speaker's eyes, you are engaged in

________ listening. a. comprehensive b. appreciative c. empathic d. analytical e. critical

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Damien was part of a group discussion about nuclear energy

in front of a public audience, where each speaker had strong views about the issue. The event was facilitated by a moderator, and ended with questions from the audience. Damien participated in a __________. Fill in the blanks with correct word

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To describe life experiences, Pearce and Cronen (1980) use the metaphor ________.

A. "performative platform" B. "substance of human community" C. "social worlds" D. "undirected theater"

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