Conformity

__ Conformity __ – (n)

1.action in accord with prevailing social standards, attitudes, or practices 2. correspondence in form, nature, or character; agreement, congruity, or accordance. 3. compliance or acquiescence; obedience.

► __ Describe a time __ when you either had to conform (follow social norms) because you were under pressure to. (5 Ws) Compose narratively.

► __ Describe a time __ when you decided not to conform ( not follow social norms), even though you were under pressure to. (5 Ws) Compose narratively
► __ Compose a journal __ about the topic in general. Why does conformity exist? Is it a good thing? How and when does it occur? In school? In society? Compose topically

Your objective is to write three paragraphs of about 10-12 sentences each. Before you begin writing, you must brainstorm your ideas in three separate cluster diagrams. Your clusters will should be handwritten and completed on loose leaf paper. You must show it to me before you begin typing your actual journal!

This journal is due on Friday, 10-12