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The Definition of Statutory Rape (864 words, 2 pages)

According to the "criminology textbook", the term "statutory rape" refers to sexual relations between an underage minor female and an adult male. Although the sex is not forced or coerced, the law says that young girls are incapable of giving informed consent, the act legally considered nonconsensual, but who defines ... Read More

A Paper on Male Predominance in Colonial America (437 words, 1 pages)

At the dawn of American colonization in the beginning of the seventeenth century, members of the lower class in England had the chance to become members of a growing upper class. Hopefuls could travel to America if they agreed to certain terms of service that placed them under legal control ... Read More

The Issue of Rape in Rape-Prone Societies (1440 words, 2 pages)

The Websters Dictionary defines rape as any unlawful sexual intercourse by force or threat. The context of rape cannot be reduced into this one sentence. No definition can incorporate the horrific act of rape into a sentence. There is no limitation to what rape is. The act of rape goes ... Read More

The Issue of Rape in the USA (1167 words, 2 pages)

Rape How Can We Change? Although the country has seen crime rates plummet in recent years, rape continues to be a major concern in America. According to Annette Fuentes article, "Crime Rates Are Down... But What About Rape?" in Ms. magazine, "an estimated fifteen percent of women are raped or ... Read More

An Essay on Internet as Predominantly Male Domain (2182 words, 3 pages)

Despite many claims that the internet will lead to Utopia - to equality and democracy for us all, for many people in society this hasn't been born out by reality. Women's access to computers and the Net may have increased dramatically over the last five years but due to many ... Read More

A Paper on Male and Female Family Roles (373 words, 1 pages)

Life begins with two people, and it continues to take two people to make life work. Cooking cannot be done when there is no meat to be cooked. A co-dependent relationship with the male and female is very important. If one is taken away the other one suffers, as do ... Read More

The Raping of Innocent Children and Women in Alaska in Rape Culture in the Alaskan Wilderness, an Article by Sara Bernard (1356 words, 4 pages)

In the article by the Atlantic, a news reporter Sara Bernard wrote an article titled Rape Culture in the Alaskan Wilderness. Readers are introduced to some touching stories about rape of innocent children and womens in the great state of Alaska, which is part of American territory. The writer Started ... Read More

The Courage to Speak up against Rape (1074 words, 4 pages)

Knowledge can either harm or aid you in any situation. In the Steubenville rape case, it did more harm than aid. The football players coaches, school officials, parents and fellow peers knew about the rape of the 16 year old female but did not come forth with any information, instead, ... Read More

Racial Profiling of Black American Males (888 words, 4 pages)

Growing up in a predominantly black neighborhood was different because you always saw the same skin color as you. Even if it ranged from light brown to dark brown. Together as a African-American culture we feel that we stick together. This world has its downfall when it comes to a ... Read More

Teen Rape in Morocco (1727 words, 3 pages)

My life has changed and I wish from the bottom of my heart that I could go back to where I was. A young defenseless Moroccan victim of rape has deeply and keenly voiced these words, and unfortunately similar words have been uttered by many other Moroccan girls. In fact ... Read More

Personal Narrative on the Effects and Aftereffects of Teenage Rape (677 words, 2 pages)

Some say that the biggest time in a young womans life is the moment she loses her virginity. Some people see it as a glorious moment when they become a woman. I didnt have much of a choice in the matter. The summer of sophomore year I had my first ... Read More

Rape in Modern Society (1472 words, 5 pages)

Rape is a problem in modern society because it remains a commonly practiced crime. Despite the severe consequences and the fact that it is morally and ethically wrong, the numbers of cases are growing. According to Susan Shaw, rape is defined as a sex without consent and it is understood ... Read More

Males and Females Struggling With Their Sexual Identity (2475 words, 6 pages)

Growing up, I always believed negative stereotypes about gays and lesbians. These stereotypes put down homosexuals and gave me an excuse to not educate myself about them. But when I got older, I learned that the only person I was dogging was myself.(Xavier Reyes 2009). How many males and females ... Read More

Rape in Society: Comparing Two Literature Pieces (417 words, 2 pages)

Our problems are man-made, therefore they may be solved by man. No problem of human destiny is beyond human beings (John F. Kennedy). It is not fair how some men see women as weak human beings, so they find it easier to prey on the women then rape or drug ... Read More

Dealing with a Rape Case (258 words, 1 pages)

If I heard Abby crying because she woke up with someone in her bed which she clearly dont know, thinking she had sex and smelling of alcohol, I would immediately comfort her because I know shes probably scared and then find somewhere thats open and carry her there with all ... Read More

The Theme of Rape in the Poem Rape Joke by Patricia Lockwood (2266 words, 8 pages)

DefenselessThe concepts of rape and joke appear to belong on opposite sides of the spectrum. Whereas rape is a sickening issue in society today, jokes are mentioned to humor people and keep them amused the former is rarely spoken about and the latter is told daily to result in laughter. ... Read More

A Short Review of The Rape of the Lock, a Poem by Alexander Pope (1723 words, 6 pages)

Divine Justification Silliness and Sylphs in The Rape of the LockThe style of the mock epic or mock-heroic is one commonly used as a form of satire. Through the use of high language that elevates the lowly (Robertson) and allusions to narratives written in the true epic form, the mock ... Read More

A Study of Cultures Prone to Acts of Rape (1696 words, 6 pages)

According to Pearsons article, College is a big sex fest. Put a few thousand men and women into an unpatrolled area with no parental authority and you are going to have sex. (Pearson, 2000). Fear of sexual violence constrains womens lives in many ways. Underlying that fear is a set ... Read More

A Study of the Courtship Behaviors of the Male Guppy (2572 words, 8 pages)

THE COURTSHIP BEHAVIOURS OF THE MALE GUPPY(Poecilia reticulata)Abstract Guppy fish (Poecilia reticulata) have a very distinctive coloration to their bodies. This colouration has evolved over many years by natural selection to improve survival such as crypsis and conspicuousness. (Houde and Eakley, 2004) Crypsis is the ability for of organism to ... Read More

We Should Understand the True Impact of Rape Culture (2371 words, 9 pages)

Rape culture, the growing issue of normalizing victim blaming, accepting sexually explicit jokes, teaching women how to prevent rape, and much more. Rape culture is a very serious issue and needs to be put to an end. Rape culture can be defined as an environment where rape is widespread and ... Read More

Addressing the Issue of Sexual Assault/Rape to College Women in Sex Signals Turns Campus Laughter on Rape Culture (1090 words, 4 pages)

The current issue I chose was based on an article called Sex Signals Turns Campus Laughter on Rape Culture. The article shines light on rape in a different aspect. A program called Sex Signals demonstrates a sketch about being a bystander of rape situations in college. The program is designed ... Read More

The Harsh Reality of Male Chauvinism and Rape Culture in the Capital of India in India’s Daughter, a Crime Documentary by Leslee Udwin (1682 words, 6 pages)

Her birth gave her parents the same happiness that the birth of a male child would give any other orthodox Indian family. She was ambitious enough to dream to be a doctor, despite the poverty she lived in. She worked a night shift at a call center and slept only ... Read More

An Analysis of Rape Laws in Pakistan (2391 words, 8 pages)

From the Hudood Ordinances to the Protection of Women ActAnalyzing Rape Laws in PakistanPakistan has a very complicated relationship with rape. Numerous times their legal response to rape, along with other sexual offences, has earned them a spotlight in the international stag. Pakistan is now notorious for its poor treatment ... Read More

The Use of Female and Male Nudity in the Movies (1759 words, 6 pages)

In the year 1915, Audrey Munsen, commonly referred to as Americas First Supermodel, made history by becoming the first American woman to appear nude in film, but she certainly wouldnt be the last. Nudity has become a large part of film around the world and is still often used in ... Read More

The Social Impact of the Stanford Rape Case (1984 words, 5 pages)

Sexual assault is serious. The Stanford rape case has opened some peoples eyes and say their opinions about it. The rape occurred at Stanford University in California on January17, 2015. A 20 year old student, Brock Turner who was a talented swimmer had sexually assaulted an unconscious woman behind a ... Read More

Are Rape and Sexual Assaults Considered as Hate Crimes? (1669 words, 7 pages)

Argument Essay Are all sexual assaults against women considered hate crime?Hate crimes are crimes that are motivated by discrimination towards a targeted group. Perpetrators perform harmful acts towards victims and can be as dangerous as murder or death threats to spitting and name calling (Saucier, Brown, Mitchell, Cawman, Kansas State ... Read More

Radical Feminism and the Act of Rape in College Fraternities (1110 words, 4 pages)

Fraternities are formed in the years of collage or university. It consists of a group of males formed by a brotherhood in which they make a commitment to each other. Not any male figure will be accepted into a fraternity. Individuals must be strong, good looking, and be able to ... Read More

A Male and Female Perspective of Communication in Relationships (2315 words, 8 pages)

Perspectives on communication vary between men and women in light ofgender differences in how people receive and send information. While thereare clearly universally understood approaches to and aspects ofcommunication shared between men and women, the subtle differences oftencause the largest problems in relationships. Such differences extend to allaspects of the ... Read More

The Problem and Consequences of Rape (1964 words, 9 pages)

The Consequences of RapeMost people dont laugh at the mention of murder. Theft is no joking matter, and the distribution of drugs is not taken lightly. Rape is illegal, and rightly so, however many do not consider it to be a violent issue. In fact, todays society has categorized these ... Read More

The Benefits of Educating Kids on the Problem of Date Rape (1650 words, 6 pages)

Sexual assault (and specifically date rape) is a very serious and prevalent topic in modern American society. Its important that this topic be discussed with the youth of today. Drug-facilitated sexual assault, or date rape, happens when alcohol or drugs (or some combination) are used to incapacitate an individual, keeping ... Read More

Published: Friday 25th of January 2013