The differences between the sexes have long been debated in the scientific and social arenas. ... (p.426) When discussing sex and gender, especially in the 21st century in which one may change gender at will (both physically and mentally), the nature vs. nurture debate emerges. In anthropology the definitions of sex and gender differ: sex divides between men and women genetically - women have two X chromosomes, men have an X and a Y chromosome. ... Although in most cultures the male is considered more aggressive than the female, behavioral differences between the sexes in some cultures are ...

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Each author tells a different story, but the authors agree on a common theme: "that too much emphasis is placed on the roles of the sexes in today's society." ... When all the tests are complete the doctors conclude that X is not insane or abnormal, but rather the contrary, ""Young X," said the other Xpert, frowning, "is just about the least mixed up child we've ever examined!"" ... Kanner employs an informative essay structure, a bias tone, and a third person perspective in depicting the roles of women in today's culture as molded by both sexes. ... Everyone is caught up with...

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One study, given by Beverly Fagot, determined that 18-month-old children did not differ on many behavioral measures where sex differences are often taken for granted. This includes large motor activity (jumping, climbing, running), play with sex-typed toys (trucks for boys, dolls for girls), aggression, and verbal skills. When these children reached 27 months, nine months later, half the children correctly identified the perceived "right" gender when asked to assign gender labels during a test. ...

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To make it easier to observe and understand the levels of authority that are meant here and the theoretical explanations of rights and liberties that have been already given to the "weaker sex", the chapter Theoretical Framework was provided with the theories, written laws and norms. ... Shortly, all 103 respondents were people of both sexes, different ages and social status. ... In the following chapters the work will be based on the objects to compare the level of using political rights between men and women and to find out the reasons for "unequal correlation of representation of both sexe...

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After insemination, paternal and maternal chromosomes fuse, this fusion determines the sex of the child. ... When Testosterone is distributed throughout the sexually maturing male, his testes will enlarge and begin producing sperm. ... If the two sexes are treated differently and have different expectations of their behaviour then they will learn to behave differently. ... It showed that a study by Hammer had indicated that it was possible to locate the gene that is responsible for our sexuality by studying same sex family members. ...

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"Primate Studies and Sex Differences", an essay by Sally Linton, tells about her disagreement of the experience done on primates, the "animals that are most like human beings", to reveal the truth that some behaviors reflects innate differences between genders. ... If you still think that the fact given above is invalid for it was tested on animal, think about your own experiences. ...

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Clearly, from the explanation provided, the gap in communication is a lack of understanding between the two sexes. ... When they shop together is when the relationship is at stake and the understanding is at test. ...

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Gone were the days when Maria Clara used to nest in home and sweat for her family needs in day-to-day life. Now, she brings her armor out from her closet and fights a battle even risking her life to death. In the Disney movie, "Mulan," the role of feminism reflects what kind of women the present soc...

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