Which term means adjusting beliefs or behaviors to fit societal expectations?

• A. Power in Literature
• B. Oppression
• C. Conformity
• D. Sacrifice

Answer: (C)

Conformity is the act of adjusting one’s beliefs or actions to fit the expectations or norms of a group or society. It happens when people change what they think or how they behave because they want to belong or avoid social disapproval, even if their private views are different. You might see this in adopting popular styles, adopting the group’s opinions, or following peer pressure to act a certain way.

Power in literature focuses on control and influence within a story, not on a person changing to meet social norms. Oppression describes systemic unfair treatment or domination of a group. Sacrifice means giving up something valuable for others. So the term that best captures the idea of adjusting to fit societal expectations is conformity.