BME – Oral Exam

Personal characteristics (1)

What kind of clothes do you like wearing?

I like comfortable clothes. That’s why I wear jeans with a T-shirt most of the time, or a mini
skirt in the summer. With jeans I mostly wear trainers, with a mini-skirt a pair of leather
slippers. Occasionally I like to dress up and put on a silk blouse with a dark suit and wear a
pair of high-heeled black shoes. On such occasions I like wearing costume jewellery, such as
bangles, necklaces, clips, or an anklet.

What determines how a person dresses?

How a person dresses depends on the occasion, their personality, their build, and the mood of
the person. Once I was really surprised when one of my colleagues appeared at an important
department meeting wearing worn-out cotton tracksuit bottoms. It’s funny when a plump
person squeezes herself in clothes designed for especially slender women. I also don’t like
people wearing jeans with a pullover in the theatre because I think a performance is an event
for which you should dress up. Another thing that annoys me is that nowadays young people
like putting on black clothes which makes them look old and depressed. On the other hand, I
don’t state that your emotions are not important when you choose your outfits.

Is it easier for men or women to follow the latest fashion?

I think it’s easier for women to follow the latest fashion because designers deal mostly with
women’s clothes. When you enter a store, the department for women’s wear is usually bigger
than the department for men’s wear. Besides this, women can choose from a wider range of
different types of clothes; that is they can wear trousers, suits, skirts, mini skirts, shorts,
dresses, and leggings, while men are restricted to wearing jeans, trousers or shorts. There are
more accessories for women than for men. For example, only women wear clips, pearl
necklaces, chokers, brooches and lockets. Both genders wear belts, wristwatches, ring and
sometimes necklaces and studs.

What is your opinion about wearing a make-up?

It depends on the occasion and the amount. I don’t really like young girls wearing make-up in
order to look older and more fashionable. What makes me rather irritated is when a man uses
mascara or eye shadow. When you dress-up, however, nicely prepared make-up makes you
look more elegant.
What inner qualities do you consider to be essential ones?
For me the most important inner qualities are honesty and reliability. My best friend is open-
minded and energetic, and he has a good sense of humour. I can’t stand people who are
conceited and condescending. People who are sugary and try to please everyone are even
worse.

How would you describe your strongest

traits?
I think I’m reliable because people can
always depend on me. For example, I’m
very understanding because I respect
different views and adapt to my parents’
habits. I am willing to make a compromise,
and I usually help with homework or give
advice. All in all, I am helpful, patient and
caring.

What is the purpose of a cosmetic surgery?

The main purpose of cosmetic surgery is to enhance an
individuals’ appearance. The procedures are focused on
aesthetic appearance, including facial contouring, breast
enhancement, body contouring or skin rejuvenation.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of cosmetic surgeries?

The main benefit of cosmetic surgery is that it helps to align your natural appearance with
your desired appearance. If somebody wants to undergo cosmetic surgery, he or she is
probably unhappy with some aspect(s) of his/her appearance and wants a change.
Furthermore, it is also an advantage if somebody becomes more confident after a successful
surgery. In contrast to this point of view, cosmetic surgeries are expensive, and some
individuals easily get addicted to them. Although it isn’t
common, death can happen during or after the surgery.

Do you use body lotion?

I use body lotion because my skin is utterly dry. A body
lotion or moisturiser keeps my skin hydrated and elastic.
Furthermore, it preserves valuable moisture levels to prevent
dry, flaky skin from coming back. Finally, I believe that
preventing potential skin problems now is easier than trying
to fix skin issues in the future. 
What would you say about the ideal man and woman?
People believe that ideal men are physically attractive and well-built. It means that they are
masculine and athletic. In addition, they are also caring and gentle inside. Finally, they have
leadership abilities. As far as women are concerned, they are believed to be graceful,
nurturing and feminine. People expect perfect bodies from them, but I would say that these
stereotypes cause harmful consequences because most of the people are typical. Although we
should take care of our bodies, we all know that a typical Hungarian eats a lot of fatty dishes.