One factor that draws people together is _____, which refers to the appeal one person has for another, based on physical appearance, personalities, or behavior

How does the spiral of silence model function?

A) Overloaded by media messages, audience members increasingly "tune out" until they have surrounded themselves with silence. B) As messages accumulate, fewer and fewer are heard until a virtual silence develops. C) The lack of immediate feedback in many media discourages two-way communication. D) The vocal majority intimidates opposing views into silence and thereby makes the majority view appear to be a universal consensus.

Based on intercultural communication concepts you have learned so far, discuss how mutual understanding between China and the United States could be improved.

What will be an ideal response?