Body Art and Piercing Terminology Quiz

Explore body modification terminology with this quiz. From septum piercings to scarification, see how much you know!

#1

What is the primary purpose of a septum piercing?

Aesthetic decoration
Enhance hearing abilities
Nasal congestion relief
Improve sense of smell
#2

What is the process of removing a tattoo called?

Inking
Reversal
Laser tattoo removal
Cover-up
#3

Which term refers to a piercing that goes through the thin piece of cartilage at the front of the ear, just above the earlobe?

Tragus piercing
Rook piercing
Conch piercing
Snug piercing
#4

What is the primary purpose of a navel piercing?

Aesthetic decoration
Digestive system support
Abdominal muscle enhancement
Improving posture
#5

What is the purpose of a Monroe piercing?

Aesthetic decoration
Speech enhancement
Facial symmetry correction
Prevent lip dryness
#6

Which type of body piercing is typically placed on the outer edge of the ear cartilage?

Tragus piercing
Industrial piercing
Helix piercing
Daith piercing
#7

What is the term for the process of creating a design on the skin using indelible ink?

Piercing
Scarification
Henna
Tattooing
#8

Which term refers to a piercing that goes through the cartilage of the nose, typically on one side?

Septum piercing
Nasal piercing
Nostril piercing
Bridge piercing
#9

What is the purpose of a dermal anchor in body piercing?

Connect multiple piercings
Healing support
Decoration
Remove unwanted piercings
#10

What is the purpose of a tongue frenulum piercing?

Speech improvement
Enhanced taste sensation
Aesthetic decoration
Facilitate tongue movement
#11

In tattooing, what does the term 'flash' refer to?

Quick tattoo application
Artwork displayed for clients to choose designs
A type of tattoo ink
Temporary tattoos
#12

Which body modification involves stretching a healed piercing using progressively larger jewelry?

Microdermal piercing
Surface piercing
Stretching or gauging
Lobe piercing
#13

What is the term for the jewelry worn in a lip piercing, typically located on the bottom lip?

Stud
Labret
Barbell
Captive bead ring
#14

Which term describes the process of embedding small objects or gemstones under the skin for decorative purposes?

Microdermal implant
Subdermal gem
Dermal infusion
Intradermal embedding
#15

In body art, what does the term 'scarification' involve?

Creating temporary designs with henna
Embedding jewels under the skin
Inducing intentional scarring for decorative purposes
Piercing the skin with needles
#16

Which body modification involves the removal of part of the ear to create a pointed shape?

Earlobe stretching
Elfing
Otoplasty
Auricle modification
#17

What is the term for the jewelry worn in a nipple piercing?

Nip ring
Barbell
Stud
Captive bead ring

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