What is the best conclusion about beauty from the passage?
Beauty is influenced by both biology and culture.
Only women are concerned with beauty.
Beauty standards are entirely universal.
Beauty does not exist.
What features do men generally find attractive in women, according to research?
Small eyes, dark skin, and large feet.
Large shoulders and a narrow waist.
Clear skin, fuller lips, and a smaller nose and chin.
Overweight body types.
Which of the following is an example of a universal standard of beauty, according to scientists?
Preferences that vary by culture.
The use of colorful makeup.
Large shoulders in men.
Hairstyles and fashion choices.
What did the study with six-month-old babies suggest?
Babies cannot recognize human faces.
Babies prefer looking at unattractive faces.
Beauty preferences may be natural and develop early in life.
College students do not agree on beauty standards.
According to the passage, how did the ancient Maya try to achieve beauty?
They performed cosmetic surgery.
They wore wigs of long white hair.
They hung small balls between children’s eyes.
They painted their nails and used makeup.
Why do people spend a lot of money on beauty products today?
Studies show that attractiveness has social and financial advantages.
Makeup is becoming more expensive.
They want to live longer.
It is a cultural tradition to buy beauty products.
What does the passage suggest about cultural differences in beauty?
Western beauty standards are the only correct ones.
Some cultures value traits that others do not.
People from different cultures never agree on beauty.
Beauty standards are the same in every country.
What does the phrase "beauty is power" in paragraph B mean?
Makeup can make people stronger.
Only beautiful people are strong.
People who are attractive may have social and economic advantages.
Power comes from exercising and dieting.
What is the main idea of the passage?
Only modern society values physical appearance.
Beauty has remained unchanged throughout history.
Different cultures have different standards of beauty.
Beauty is easy to define.
How do the Huli men of Papua New Guinea express beauty?
By decorating their hair and painting their faces.
By cutting their hair short and staying indoors.
By wearing large white wigs.
By practicing strict diets.