“Polyamory offers itself as an ideal relationship type. It promises the fulfilment of a range of needs that cannot be met by one single partner.” Discuss the statement with reference to the modern ideals of intimacy

Questions: Essay 2

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1. “The division of the sexes is a fact of nature; gender is a fact of culture.” Discuss this statement and explain using the example of sexual relationships.
2. “Polyamory offers itself as an ideal relationship type. It promises the fulfilment of a range of needs that cannot be met by one single partner.” Discuss the statement with reference to the modern ideals of intimacy.
3. Queer theory and lives have made a significant contribution to our understanding of sexuality and intimacy. At a time when especially young people often seem to blurrstraight/gay boundaries it seems that mainstream attitudes, practices and behaviours are taking their lead from the queer margins. Are we seeing the “queering” of society? Discuss.