Terence is an active participant in the culture surrounding the Star Wars films. He belongs to several online discussion groups and attends fan conventions and events every year. Most of his close friends are people he has met through these activities. The bond he enjoys with his friends based on their shared interest is an example of a(n)
A) coalition.
B) homophily.
C) interest group.
D) social network.

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Homophily refers to the tendency of individuals to associate and bond with similar others, which in this case is based on their shared interest in Star Wars.

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