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