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WorksheetsHair Cutting
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Precision haircutting involves being precise in your haircut and _.
applying a systematic plan
connecting haircut lines
establishing a cutting line
frequently sharpening haircutting shears
Each of the following is a reason cosmetologists should study and have a thorough understanding of haircutting EXCEPT:
Knowing the fundamentals of haircutting allows a cosmetologist to understand advanced haircutting techniques.
Haircutting is the basic foundational skill upon which all cosmetology services are built.
Providing clients with an easy-to-style and maintain haircut will make them happy and have them return for future services.
Understanding haircutting helps a cosmetologist create or duplicate a haircut from a photo.
When a cosmetologist combs hair away from its natural falling position before cutting in order to increase a hair design’s length, the cosmetologist is using _.
finger angles
haircut sections
elevation
overdirection
Select the best definition for finger angle.
the degree at which a subsection of hair is held from the head when cutting
the line a hair subsection forms that determines the length the hair will be cut
the angle stylists hold their fingers when cutting the line that creates the end shape of the hair
the line at which stylists hold the hair that divides the hair at the scalp into small working areas
A stylist is discussing a new hairstyle with a client, who describes a style that must use layers. In order to create the layered style, what type of guideline should the stylist use?
stationary guideline
traveling guideline
perimeter guideline
interior guideline
Which type of haircut section separates the head at the parietal ridge to below the crown.
pivoting section
radial section
horseshoe section
profile section
Coarse hair sticking out when cut too short is an example of the role _ plays in the behavior of hair.
growth pattern
density
wave pattern
texture
Which scenario best describes a situation in which a cosmetologist must consider wave and curl patterns when making cutting decisions?
A cosmetologist decides to cut the hair dry in order to see the true shape of the hair.
A cosmetologist decides to cut the hair longer to prevent the scalp showing through.
A cosmetologist decides to use smaller subsections to complete the haircut.
A cosmetologist decides to cut the hair longer to avoid the hair sticking out.
How often should a cosmetologist disinfect haircutting shears?
after each client
every day
weekly
whenever the disinfecting technician visits the salon
Select the most appropriate type of haircutting shears to use when a stylist wants to add texture to the ends of a client’s hair by point cutting.
curved blades
long blades
mid-length blades
short blades
To execute a client’s desired hairstyle, a stylist must remove large sections from the client’s straight, thick hair. Which type of haircutting shears is best for this task?
blending shears
chunking shears
texturizing shears
thinning shears
Which statement is a correct way to fit haircutting shears to a cosmetologist’s hand?
The grip requires thumb pressure to cut.
The ring-finger hole rests before the first knuckle.
The handle design cradles the middle finger.
The thumb hole will rest over the knuckle.
What is the primary reason a stylist should hold haircutting shears with a proper hold?
to keep the shears properly tensioned
to prevent over-thinning of the cut hair
to avoid ligament damage or muscle strain
to keep the blades sharp
When haircutting shears are properly held, which of the following is true?
The ring finger is placed in the grip of the moving blade.
The thumb is placed in the grip of the moving blade.
The ring finger is placed on the finger tang.
The index finger is placed in the grip of the still blade.
Which tasks should be accomplished with a cosmetologist’s non-dominant hand while cutting hair?
holding the hair sections and the comb while cutting
holding the hair sections and parting the hair
holding the comb and shears
palming the shears while combing
What is the advantage to the stylist when palming the haircutting shears?
The stylist minimizes repetitive stress on the ring finger when it is moving the blade.
The stylist can use the comb to keep the still-blade from moving when cutting.
The stylist saves time by using the comb to hold the hair while cutting.
The stylist saves time by being able to switch from the comb to the shears while holding both at the same time.
In consultation with a stylist, a client explains being unhappy with the way the ends of the hair sit. The client would prefer the hair to have a more feathered appearance. If the client has fine hair, what haircutting tool would be a good choice for the stylist to use on this haircut?
haircutting razor
thinning shears
trimmers
clippers
Which of the following is used to taper hairlines from extremely short lengths into longer lengths?
clippers
freehand with a length guard
freehand without a length guard
shear-over-comb technique
Which haircutting tool is best suited for cutting a clean line around the ears?
blending shears
trimmers
notching shears
haircutting razor
Each of the following is a use for trimmers EXCEPT _.
cutting a line around the ears
trimming eyebrows
tapering hairlines from extremely short to long
cleaning up the hair on the neck
To ensure cosmetologists protect themselves and clients, how should clients be positioned during a haircut?
The cosmetologist moves the client by turning or changing the height of the chair.
The cosmetologist moves around the client to find the best angle for cutting and viewing work.
The cosmetologist tilts the client back to a relaxing angle.
The client assumes a comfortable position, such as crossing the legs.
In what way can stylists center their weight when cutting hair to avoid fatigue and injury?
When standing, lock knees for a straighter posture.
When standing, keep knees slightly bent.
When using a cutting stool, straighten the back by crossing the legs.
When leaning, bend at the waist.
Which of the following is safe practice when cutting hair?
To ease knee fatigue, stand upright.
Sweep hair clippings as soon as the client has left the work area.
Discard razor blades in an open trashcan immediately.
When cutting below the fingers, do not cut past the second knuckle.
A haircut with a visual buildup of weight in which the hair ends appear to be stacked is an example of which of the four basic haircuts?
long-layered haircut
layered haircut
graduated haircut
blunt haircut
A client confesses to being unhappy with the last haircut. When asked to explain, the client says the curls were too short. What could the stylist do while cutting the client’s hair to ensure the curly hair does not appear too short?
The stylist should increase tension.
The stylist should elevate more.
The stylists should cut the hair dry.
The stylist should only dampen the section of hair being cut.
When stylists part the haircut in the opposite way from how it was cut, at the same elevation, what are they checking for?
evidence of the shrinking effect
the interior guideline
even distribution
line and shape precision
Select the most appropriate procedure for a stylist performing a blunt haircut.
Begin the cut with the crown area to establish a guideline, then move around the head to the back.
Establish a guideline on a back section, and cut from the back center to the ears before cutting the sides.
Tilt the client’s head forward when cutting the back, and assume the natural position as the sides are incorporated.
Hold the sections between the fingers with moderate tension to ensure the guideline is maintained.
A stylist executing a graduated haircut should do which of the following?
Cut with a 45-degree elevation at the back and a 90-degree elevation for the layers.
Cut all the hair with a 90-degree elevation.
Use a stationary guideline to cut the hair to the same angle and length.
Cut the hair without elevation.
If a cosmetologist sections a client’s hair into five partings, which basic haircut is being performed?
the blunt haircut
the graduated haircut
the uniform-layered haircut
the long-layered haircut
The basic haircut that is cut at a 90-degree elevation, then overdirected to maintain length and weight at perimeter is the _.
long-layered haircut
uniform-layered haircut
graduated haircut
blunt haircut
A client wants bangs long enough to be pulled back. Which type of bangs should the stylist create?
center swept bangs
versatile bangs
asymmetric bangs
square bangs
A benefit of using the shear-over-comb technique is it allows for _.
bangs to be cut evenly
short tapers that go from extremely short length to longer length
tapers to be cut on wet hair
overdirection on short hair
Removing excess bulk from the hair without shortening the hair’s length is called _.
slide cutting
tensioning
tapering
texturizing
How is texturizing hair by point cutting different from texturizing hair by effilating?
Point cutting is performed with regular shears, whereas effilating is performed with notching shears.
Point cutting uses the tips of the shears, whereas effilating uses the blades of the shears.
Point cutting is used on longer hair, whereas effilating works best on short hair.
Point cutting is performed with shears, whereas effilating is performed with a razor.
If a stylist wishes to use a razor to produce a softer perimeter on the hair, which razor texturizing technique should be used?
free-hand notching
razor rotation
razor-over-comb
free-hand slicing
Which basic texturizing technique works well on curly hair because it removes density without adding too many layers?
point cutting
free-hand notching
carving
effilating
In order to best create a flat top or square shape haircut, how should a stylist use clippers?
Perform a basic clipper cut.
Use the clipper-over-comb technique.
Perform clipper cutting with attachments.
Use free-hand clipper cutting.
Which option best describes a benefit of using length guard attachments on clippers?
Length guard attachments are an easy way to quickly perform a short haircut.
Length guard attachments help the stylist prevent musculoskeletal disorders.
Length guard attachments allow for the removal of excess bulk without shortening the hair’s length.
Length guard attachments allow for the cutting of clean lines, such as around the ear.
If a haircut is cropped close along the bottom and sides but becomes longer as you travel up the head, then it is _.
a graduated haircut
a slide haircut
a line up haircut
the basic clipper cut
When a cosmetologist uses clippers to create a line up, how are they cutting the hair?
The clippers are held sideways to cut a clean line around the ears.
An interior guideline is cut before running the clippers up the sides of the hair.
Straight lines or sharp angles are shaped to change the look of the existing hairline.
Clippers are used to create a crisp outline at the neckline and around the ears.
An important element in creating a strong foundation and consistency in haircutting and creating shapes is the use of _.
angles
corners
graduation
long layers
_, also known as projection or lifting, is the degree at which a subsection of hair is held from the head when cutting.
elevation
graduation
beveling
sectioning
The _ is the direction in which hair grows from the scalp and is also called the natural falling position.
nape
growth pattern
hairline
texture
A tension in your shears that is too _ will allow your shears to fold the hair.
tight
strong
loose
weak
Which type of comb is used mainly to detangle the hair?
barber comb
wide-tooth comb
tail comb
all-purpose comb
_ in haircutting is the amount of pressure applied when combing or holding a subsection during a haircut.
density
tightness
stretch
tension
What is the best way to maintain control of the subsection when cutting with a vertical or diagonal cutting line?
cutting below fingers
cutting over fingers
palm-to-palm
using a razor
_ reduces strain on the index finger and thumb while combing the hair.
closing one’s fingers
working quickly
cutting vertically
palming the shears
Which method involves cutting or layering the hair in such a way that the fingers and shears glide along the edge of the hair to remove length?
stacking technique
slide cutting
scissors-over-comb technique
blunt cutting
When using the slicing technique to remove weight and add movement through the lengths of the hair, the shears should never be completely _.
positioned
palmed
closed
elevated
