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