The definition of the word "resistance" used in the sentence from the passage refers to "an act of opposition or defiance." Therefore, the correct answer is:
Definition 1
Read this sentence from the passage.
In fact, because of the tight control of the media in China, he may not even know that his actions made him an enduring symbol of peaceful resistance to oppression around the world. (paragraph 10)
Now read this dictionary entry.
resistance (ri – ́zistәn(t)s) n.
an act of opposition or defiance
the ability to remain unaltered by something
the power to withstand or not give in to temptation
an underground organization of a conquered country that works secretly against occupation forces
Which definition of the word resistance is used in the sentence from the passage?
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