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NVQ Level Two - Cutting Hair Quiz

Total questions: 12

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Why is it important to establish guidelines in a haircut?

a)

It's not important, you can be creative with guidelines

b)

To ensure an accurate cut

c)

To determine desired length and shape

2.

What degree of graduation would we find in a Uniform Layer?

a)

90'

b)

45'

c)

180'

3.

Name the cutting technique used to reduce length and retain bulk in the hair

a)

Texturising

b)

Scissor over Comb

c)

Freehand

d)

Club Cutting

4.

Which two ways below are good maintenance practices with tools?

a)

Discard scissors once blunt

b)

Only use for the intended purpose

c)

Oil once a month

d)

Clean and sterilise after use

5.

Why is it important to control tools and equipment when cutting hair?

a)

To avoid injury to the clients scalp

b)

To avoid cutting hair by accident

c)

To ensure that you look professional

d)

To follow the latest trends in holding scissors

6.

Ideally, what state should the hair be prior to cutting?

a)

Dry and straightened

b)

Freshly washed

c)

Prepped with styling products

d)

Detangled from point to root

7.

When cutting hair we should consider the following factors before and during a cutting service...

a)

Head and face shape, hair colour and client desires

b)

Density, lifestyle and client age

c)

Elasticity, hair growth patterns and hair classifications

8.

Why should we protect our client from hair clippings?

a)

To avoid hair splinters and protect footwear

b)

To ensure client comfort and protect their clothing

c)

It's unavoidable, it's just part of a cutting service

9.

How can hair density affect a cutting service?

a)

Sparse hair will likely need hair extensions to create bulk for most hair styles

b)

Hair density does not affect a cutting service

c)

Abundant hair can increase service time as it can take longer to wash, cut and dry

10.

What is it called when we stretch the hair before we cut it?

(a)  

11.

Draw a 45, 90 and 180 degree elevation from the scalp

12.

Why is it important to apply the correct degree of tension when cutting the hair?

a)

To avoid using different tensions that would create an uneven result

b)

It doesn't matter, the hair will rebalance in its natural state

c)

To ensure elasticity is re-established in damaged hair