Appendix D

Topic Outline and Thesis Statement Guide

My thesis is : Even though most people think that tattoos and piercings are known to be unholy, there are a lot people in the world today who strongly believe that they are meant to be pictures of art from personal feelings such as personal histories, special events, or past/present experiences in their lives.
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I. All Peoples views on tattoos in today’s world

A. many people view tattoos as good/or bad
1. Most People view tattoos as being unholy
2. Younger people view tattoos as being a form of art

B. Why most people view tattoos as being bad
1. Tattoo’s are unholy
2. Many people believe you are to treat your body as a temple

II. Effects of tattoos A. How tattoos effects you
1. Tattoos are feelings of art, or personal experiences
2. Help people express their selves with pictures

B. How tattoos effects other people
1. People may dislike you
2. People may feel angry III. Cost of tattoos in today’s world A. Are tattoos worth a lot of money?
1. How expensive are tattoos
2. What do you get for your money?

B. Do teenagers spend all of their money on getting tattoos?
1. How much do teenagers spend?
2. How many teenagers get tattoos, and why?

IV. Health Risks and prevention from tattoos

A. What are the health risks of getting Tattoo’s?
1. Blood Bourne diseases
2. Skin disorders and infections
3. Allergic reactions

B. How to protect yourself from complications
1. Autoclave
2. Gloves