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6 Impact Topics - Beauty Contest
objectification
demeaning
insulting
offensive
sexism / sexist
sexual discrimination
appearance
superficial

What is Mr. I. M. Wright’s opinion?
Why does Evelyn think he is wrong?
What is your opinion about beauty contests?
What is the purpose of a beauty contest?
What contests have you entered or wanted to enter?
Use your imagination to think of some unusual contests.
Have you ever regretted entering a contest?
The world record for hot dog eating is held by a young Japanese man (Takeru Kobayashi) who ate 56 hot dogs in 12 minutes. What’s your reaction to this?
Japanese society places a high value on a person’s appearance. Do you think this is a problem? Why or why not?
What would you be willing to do to change you appearance? (stages: haircut to cosmetic surgery)