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skin: the body's canvas

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  • Why might scarring be used instead of tattoos?
    Tattoos may not show well on darker skin
  • Who wrote the book *Ancient Marks*?
    Chris Rainier
  • What is the body’s largest organ?
    Skin
  • What is a ‘rite of passage’?
    A ceremony or event marking a major stage in life
  • What is a ‘sector of modern society’ interested in tattoos?
    People searching for connection and tradition
  • What does the word ‘permanent’ mean?
    Lasting forever
  • What does the term ‘status’ mean in this context?
    A person’s level or rank in society
  • Why did white skin represent a higher social class?
    It meant the person didn’t work in the sun
  • What does tattooing often show in many cultures?
    Status identity or achievements
  • What are some ways cultures have marked the skin?
    Tattoos, scarring, henna
  • Why is the appearance of skin important to many people?
    It relates to beauty and social value
  • What is henna?
    A temporary plant-based dye used to decorate skin
  • What determines your natural skin color?
    Your genes
  • What group in Japan is known for full-body tattoos?
    The yakuza
  • What happened to skin color preferences in the 20th century?
    Tanned skin became more popular
  • What are full-facial tattoos used for in some Polynesian cultures?
    To identify family or bravery
  • Why were tattoos banned in Japan in the 19th century?
    They were associated with crime
  • What are some protective functions of skin?
    It protects against temperature sunlight chemicals and infections
  • What events is henna commonly used for?
    Weddings and religious celebrations
  • What does tanned skin often indicate today?
    Leisure time and health
  • Why is henna not permanent?
    It fades over time
  • What skin color was considered desirable in 1800s Europe?
    White skin
  • What does *Ancient Marks* explore?
    Global traditions of body markings
  • What do yakuza tattoos often symbolize?
    Character traits and life stories
  • Why do some people use skin lightening products?
    To try to appear more attractive in certain cultures
  • What is scarring in some cultures used to symbolize?
    That a boy has matured into a man
  • What do people today look for in tattoos according to Rainier?
    Identity meaning and a sense of culture
  • What do some people believe about marking their skin?
    It expresses who they are or want to be
  • What does the skin keep in touch with through nerves?
    The outside world
  • What is UV radiation?
    Ultraviolet rays from the sun that can damage skin
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