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WorksheetsHair & Scalp Care: Haircutting / Hairstyling
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
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
Each of the following is a way professional hairstyling can enhance a beauty career EXCEPT:
A professional cosmetologist should be able to work with and style every hair type.
Hairstyling is a foundational skill for delivering a client’s desired outcome.
Proficient hairstyling skills make a true hairdresser.
Knowing basic hairstyling techniques will allow you to become a certified wedding specialist.
Which statement best describes natural hairstyling?
styling that uses natural hair growth and curl patterns to design the haircut
styling that does not use chemicals or alter textured hair’s natural curl or coil pattern
styling that uses only certified organic ingredients from natural sources
styling that uses no products and relies on the hair’s natural oils
During a hairstyling consultation, when cosmetologists analyze whether the hair is straight, wavy, curly, or coily, they are considering the hair’s ______.
pattern
density
condition
porosity
If a cosmetologist is analyzing the diameter of hair, they must consider ______.
whether the hair is coarse, medium, or fine
whether the hair is oily, dry, hard, soft, rough, or smooth
whether the hair straight, wavy, curly, or coily
whether the hair is able to retain a hairstyle
Which statement best describes co-styling?
Co-styling is the process of the client and the stylist creating a new hair design together.
Co-styling is the client assisting the stylist, such as by holding hair during a treatment.
Co-styling is the client performing techniques on the hair at home.
Co-styling is a team of cosmetologists working together to deliver the client’s desired result.
During a consultation a client informs the stylist of a desire to transition to natural hairstyling. Select the most appropriate question the stylist should ask to determine a look suited to the client’s desire.
Are the hair care products you use certified organic?
What is your weekly hair care maintenance routine?
Do you have extra time to care for your hair?
What is your typical weekly time spent outdoors exposing your hair to sunlight?
What is the cleansing conditioner that refreshes and adds moisture to the hair in-between the weekly shampoo routine?
co-style
curl ‘n’ go
serum
co-wash
Which is the most appropriate brush to use when a client desires a beveled blowout look?
round brush
edging brush
styling brush
paddle brush
Which is the most appropriate comb to use when a stylist is creating a hairstyle with finger waves?
feather comb
cutting comb
styling comb
tail comb
Which implement can be used to secure long hair?
single-prong clip
double-prong clip
duckbill clip
croc clamp
A ______ has slender nylon and natural bristles and a tail for sectioning.
paddle brush
styling brush
edging brush
teasing brush
A _______ has alternating short and long teeth that provide lift, volume, and fullness to the hair.
teasing comb
tail comb
feather comb
edging comb
A stylist is helping a local school design hairstyles for a children’s theater performance. One actor’s style needs a hard-hold styling aid, but since it is for a child, it needs to wash out easily. Which type of product should the stylist recommend?
styling cream
water-based pomade
serum
clay pomade
Which styling aid is used for wet sets?
setting foam
serum
styling cream
styling lotion
What is the purpose of using the styling aid sheen?
to control the fine hair around the edges of the face
to add control and shine to curls
to give the hair a luminous appearance
to add volume to wet hair
Which sentence best describes a benefit that can be realized from the stylist’s choice between a blowdryer with an AC motor or one with a DC motor?
A stylist is likely to be able to dry hair more quickly using a blowdryer with a DC motor.
A stylist is less likely to develop hand health issues when using a blowdryer with an AC motor.
A stylist will have to purchase a new blowdryer less frequently when using a blowdryer with a DC motor.
A stylist is less likely to experience hearing damage when using a blowdryer with an AC motor.
The blowdryer attachment that alters the air flow to help keep textural definition is _______.
a diffuser
a concentrator nozzle
a straightening pick
a straightening comb
Which of the following is an advantage of using a blowdryer instead of a hooded dryer?
A blowdryer uses an AC motor, whereas a hooded dryer uses a DC motor.
A blowdryer can set endothermic perms, whereas a hooded dryer cannot.
A blowdryer provides direct heat to dry the hair, whereas a hooded dryer works similar to air drying.
A blowdryer can add volume as it dries, whereas a hooded dryer cannot.
How should a blowdry service be performed to smooth the hair cuticle?
Move the blowdryer in a constant back-and-forth motion.
Direct the hot air from the scalp toward the ends of the hair.
Partially towel dry the hair.
Reduce the airflow speed and temperature.
To create tension, a cosmetologist should use a blowdryer with a concentrator attachment and a ______ brush.
detangling
vent
styling
edging
A stylist is curling a client’s hair for a special event. The client’s hair is fine textured and bleached. At what temperature should the thermal iron be set?
250 degrees Fahrenheit (121 degrees Celsius)
325 degrees Fahrenheit (163 degrees Celsius)
375 degrees Fahrenheit (191 degrees Celsius)
400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius)
Combs that are used for thermal curling should be made of _______.
plastic
nylon blends
soft metal
hard rubber
For which type of thermal iron is it necessary to wear a heat-resistant glove?
flat irons
clamp-free irons
Marcel irons
crimping irons
The correct temperature of the iron for thermal curling is determined by the ______.
texture of the hair
length of the hair
type of iron used
size of the iron used
A stylist is performing a service for a client who wants clearly defined wavy, saw tooth patterns in the hair. What should the stylist do to achieve this result?
Apply a styling spray on the hair, and allow it to dry before using a beveled flat iron.
Use a beveled flat iron to create the pattern, then apply a styling spray.
Apply a styling spray on the hair, and allow it to dry before using a crimping iron.
Use a crimping iron to create the pattern, then apply styling spray.
How is a spring iron different from a Marcel iron?
A spring iron has a small barrel size, and a Marcel iron has larger barrel sizes.
A spring iron can operate at a range of temperatures, and a Marcel iron operates only at high temperatures.
A spring iron is used to curl long hair, and a Marcel iron is used to curl short hair.
A spring controls the clamp pressure on a spring iron, and the stylist manually controls the clamp pressure on a Marcel iron.
Which technique can help ensure successful smoothing of hair with a flat iron?
Apply a styling spray to the hair, and let it dry before the flat iron service.
Move the iron down the hair shaft with a comb in front of the iron.
Smoothly move the iron down the hair shaft from root to end, brush the hair, and then move the iron down the hair shaft in a second pass to split into two separate sections.
Clamp the hair in the iron for the required time, then carefully align the end of that section with the beginning of the next section to be clamped in the iron.
It is important to _____ a new brass pressing comb so that it will hold heat evenly along its entire length and provide consistent results.
wash
dry
temper
test
What process involves temporarily straightening extremely curly hair by means of a heated comb?
hair texturizing
hair relaxing
hair pressing
hair treatments
A ______ removes about 60 to 75 percent of the curl from the hair.
soft press
medium press
hard press
double press
How should a stylist performing a soft press thermal pressing service change their procedure to accommodate different hair textures and densities?
Change the size of the hair subsections.
Change the amount of moisture in the hair.
Change how frequently the comb is cleaned.
Change whether or not a pressing oil or cream is used.
It is never recommended to perform thermal pressing on ______.
bleached hair
gray hair
short hair
tinted hair
During a consultation, a client describes a desired cropped hairstyle with natural curls. The client has highly textured hair. Which method should the stylist use to achieve this style?
the crochet method
the curly method
the Loc method
the coily method
Which natural textured set involves opening a braid to create a texture-on-texture effect with added volume?
Bantu knot-out style
braid-out set
flat twist
glamour waves
If a client is growing locs and a bulb can be felt at the end of each loc, in which developmental stage of locs is their hair?
beginning locs
preloc stage
sprouting stage
growing stage
Backcombing, also known as _____, ratting, matting, or French lacing, involves combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp, causing shorter hair to mat at the scalp and form a cushion or base.
teasing
slicing
backbrushing
smoothing
Which type of curl is best for one-length hair?
barrell curls
spiral curls
flat curls
roll curls
How does a volume wrap differ from a roller wrap?
A volume wrap uses a blowdryer to add volume after the wrap is removed, whereas a roller wrap uses only rollers to add volume.
A volume wrap uses a styling spray after the rollers are removed, whereas a roller wrap uses a styling spray when the hair is in rollers.
A volume wrap uses rollers on part of the hair with the remaining hair wrapped around the head, whereas a roller wrap uses rollers on all the hair followed by a wrap after the rollers are removed.
A volume wrap works best for curly or coily hair, whereas a roller wrap works best for naturally straight or wavy hair.
What procedure is the best choice for keeping the hair pliable during a finger-waving service?
Use a firm-holding mousse.
Use a flake-free finger-waving lotion.
Apply additional finger-waving lotion.
Spray the hair with water.
A ______ uses cling wrap as a sealant when heat from a dryer relaxes and smooths the hair.
roller wrap
doobie wrap
volume wrap
blow-out roller wrap
Which setting technique is done on very short to mid-length chemically relaxed hair?
hair molding
finger waves
damp sets
hair wrapping
How is the appropriate amount of hold created for a strong roller set?
Apply tight tension to the hair as it is being rolled.
Apply styling gel or lotion before rolling the hair.
Apply styling gel or lotion to the hair while wrapped on the rollers.
Apply styling gel or lotion after the rollers are removed.
The terms _____ curls and _____ curls are used to describe the direction of pin curls.
arc base, square
open, closed
square, rectangular
clockwise, counterclockwise
Which component of a pin curl should be considered if a stylist wants to change the mobility of a hairstyle?
the center
the stem
the circle
the base
Forcing hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension is called _____.
bricklayer
sectioning
sculpting
ribboning
Which pin curls are fastened to the head in a standing position to create height in the hair design?
sculptured curls
carved curls
cascade curls
barrel curls
______ base pin curls are typically used on the side front hairline for a smooth, upswept effect.
Rectangular
Triangular
Arc
Square
Before beginning an updo, a stylist should consider ______ to build the shape, design the style, and customize the hairstyle.
balance
sectioning
texture
pinning
The _______ is a classic hairstyle with a ponytail as the base that can be ornamented with flowers or kept simple.
fishtail braid
bun
chignon
French pleat
When executing an updo, inspect the shape from every angle to make sure it is _____.
full and unique
simple and flat
well-balanced and proportioned
round and full
