Living in a society inundated with different gender-related social interaction styles it's easy to understand why people believe that men and women come from two distinctly different cultures. Gender roles have become learned patterns of behavior that we, as American citizens, define as masculine and feminine. At a young age our society begins to teach children what behavior patterns are acceptable for their social roles. These roles are influenced by numerous factors. Society's norms, an individual's culture and socioeconomic background all determine a person's role in society. It is these factors that give our society a unique array of social identities that are practiced when we interact with one another

During my study I observed several different discussions. Included in my surveillance were interactions between same sex, opposite sex and intercultural relationships. In same sex female interactions, girls were more apt to sit across form each other.

Finally, this type of work is not an exact science. There are always variations that go against the norm. Therefore, if I was to conduct this experiment again my results may differ, for my conclusions were based solely on assumptions made without knowing the backgrounds of my subjects.

In opposite sex interaction both males and females were engaged in the dialogue, while sitting across from each other. I think that the subjects studied here demonstrated a few societal norms. The female in this relationship would cover her mouth as she chewed her food. The male took time in eating his food and when they were finished he disposed of both their trays of food. To some extent, our behaviors are governed by what society deems "appropriate" ways to act in social situations. These same behaviors were noted in the intercultural interactions.

Through examination and data analysis I was able to draw substantial conclusions. There are distinct mannerisms for males and females. Gender roles influence women and men in vir

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