However, there are two distinct groups within the Awlad" Ali society that contradict this idea and reassert the proposition that there is indeed a defined structure that separates groups, and gives some groups power over others - namely, the power of men over women. ... Religion is another defining factor of the differences between the genders. ... On the other hand, compassion is associated with women and it is understood that compassion (said to come from the womb) is lacking in men. ...

• Word Count: 1170
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Gender is socially constructed to make clear distinctions between the two sexes, and to define their characteristics through gender roles. ... In most societies, the "feminine" is usually characterized by delicacy, sensitivity, innocence, compassion, and care for others. ...

• Word Count: 818
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

"There are many ways to transgress a prescribed gender code . . . they range from preferring to be somewhat less than rigidly-gendered, to preferring an entirely non-definable image,"" she says. ... Fergus shows compassion, kindness, affection; all attributes that society likes to appropriate to women. ...

• Word Count: 1424
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

The Paradox of Gender Gender is defined many ways but in its simplest form, gender is a "social construct built of traditions, language and symbols that can create deep affiliation and deep division among people" (Walker, 1999, p. 5). ... Catherine Walker (1999) makes a clear distinction of attributes for both males and females as she states, "Stereotypical qualities of women, for example, include likability, affection, remaining soft-spoken, selflessness, giving, yielding easily, compassion, listening, fairness, and process orientation. ... Integrity can be defined as the unswerving commitme...

• Word Count: 1954
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate