Page 12 - Grasp English C1 (Workbook)

1 ART AND CRAFT

Listening and Speaking

A. Look at the pictures below. In pairs, discuss how people are changing their bodies. Are the changes
temporary or permanent? Use the words in the boxes in your conversation.

cosmetic surgery henna scar tattoo piercing lip plate body painting

a. b. d.
e.

f. g. h.

B. Discuss the questions in pairs or groups.
1. Why do people choose to alter their bodies in this way?
2. Which of these kinds of body art do you find attractive?
3. Would you alter your body in any of these ways? Why/Why not?

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C. Listen to some people talking about their perception of the term ‘body art’. Which speaker
uses the words below? What other forms of body art are mentioned?
scar piercing

tattoo horn
henna split
implant lip plate
cosmetic surgery

D. Read some of the opinions expressed by the speakers. To what extent do you agree?
1. Body art is a growing art form that everyone can participate in and show their own creativity.
2. It’s a shame that people undergo painful, invasive surgery to make themselves look slimmer,
younger or attractive so that they can fit in and feel attractive,
3. Body art is a way to show your individuality and style and create an impact.
4. Anyone should be able to have body art, such as tattoos and piercings and be able to work in a
serious job.

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