Which piece of evidence supports the idea that some people can resist “the fear of standing alone”?
A. “When the group gave the right answer, Tony agreed. And when everyone gave the wrong answer — Tony still agreed.” (Paragraph 8)
B. “‘I wanted to go with what I felt was the correct answer, and trust myself, and that’s what I did,’ Graham said.” (Paragraph 14)
C. “One woman at the table said: ‘I think the majority of people will look to see what others are doing and follow their example.'” (Paragraph 21)
D. “Their brains lit up in a place called the amygdala, which Berns calls ‘the fear center of the brain.'” (Paragraph 28)
Which piece of evidence supports the idea that some people can resist “the fear of standing alone”
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The correct answer is B. “‘I wanted to go with what I felt was the correct answer, and trust myself, and that’s what I did,’ Graham said.” (Paragraph 14).
This statement demonstrates that Graham was able to resist the pressure to conform and trust his own judgment, reflecting an ability to stand alone despite the influence of the group. It highlights personal conviction and confidence in one’s beliefs, supporting the idea of resisting the fear of standing alone.