What is the largest organ of the human body?
Skin
Brain
Lungs
Heart
What does skin protect us from?
Only infections
Only chemicals
Only the sun
Temperature, chemicals, and infections
Why was white skin considered desirable in Europe in the 1800s?
It was a sign of good health
It was associated with criminals
It showed that the person didn’t work outside
It was easier to tan
What does tanned skin symbolize today?
Working outdoors
Being sick
Leisure and health
Being a criminal
Why do people get tattoos in many cultures?
To protect themselves from the sun
To show their identity or status
To cover up scars
To look younger
In Japan, what are tattoos associated with?
The rich and famous
Sports and fitness
Health and beauty
The yakuza (a criminal group)
What is scarring used for in some African and Australian cultures?
To make the skin look beautiful
To show someone has grown up
To make tattoos more visible
To protect the skin from sun damage
How do henna designs differ from tattoos?
Both henna and tattoos last forever
Henna is used for medical reasons, not decoration
Henna is temporary and fades, while tattoos are permanent
Henna is permanent, but tattoos fade
Why are tattoos and body art becoming more popular today?
People want to show off their wealth
People are looking for a way to connect with traditions and culture
People want to protect their skin from the sun
People want to hide their skin
What do tattoos and body markings often represent?
Identity, status, and achievements
The need to be rebellious
The need to cover up scars
A desire to look like someone else
