history of body art
What kind of body modification did Ötzi have?
Pierced ears
In the United States body piercings was a form of...
rebellion
Did Ötzi the Iceman also have tattoos?
Yes
An event held after a person’s death where family and friends say goodbye.
funeral
In the ancient world body piercings were a symbol of...
courage/ bravery
In the 1960s body piercings became popular in Western Cultures because young people travelled to...
India
From Tahitian
An adjective that describes something that lasts forever or does not change.
permanent
What did the Aztecs believe about tongue piercings?
They helped them to communicate with the gods.
Why can body piercings be a serious health risk?
You can get infections from needles that aren't sterile
What does the word tattoo mean in Tahitian?
To mark something
What is another word for devils?
demons
Why did people in Africa and Central America pierce their ears?
Because they thought demon could enter through the ears.
What is a septum?
A type of piercing in the centre of the nose.
At what age can you get a tattoo in Austria without your parents consent?
At 18 years
What is another word for being brave?
have courage / being courageous
Which famous person from England wore gold rings in their ears?
Shakespeare
Today piercings are not a form of rebellion anymore. They are just...
fashionable/ a fashion trend/ trendy
What is the type of tattoo called that is not permanent and has a red or brownish color when it dries?
A henna tattoo
What do you call a journal where the captain records the daily activity on a ship?
A ship's log.