WorksheetsUnderstanding Manicure Fundamentals LEVEL 1 / 2
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 20mins
Isabella is curious about how her nails grow. She wants to know which part of the nail is responsible for producing new nail cells. Can you help her find the answer?
Nail plate
Matrix
Cuticle
Free edge
What is the main purpose of a base coat in a manicure?
To add shine
To protect the nail and improve polish adhesion
To remove stains
To moisturise the cuticle
Priya is examining her nails to check if they are healthy. Which of the following is NOT a sign of healthy nails?
Smooth surface
Uniform colour
Deep vertical ridges
No spots or discolouration
What is the correct tool to gently push back the cuticle during a manicure?
Nail file
Cuticle pusher
Nail buffer
Orange stick
Charlie is preparing to sanitise his metal manicure tools after a busy day at the salon. Which of the following is the best method he should use?
Wiping with a dry cloth
Soaking in warm soapy water
Immersing in a disinfectant solution
Rinsing under cold water
What is the lunula?
The white crescent-shaped area at the base of the nail
The tip of the nail
The skin under the nail
The side of the nail
Which manicure technique involves the use of a buffer to create a natural shine without polish?
French manicure
Gel manicure
Hot oil manicure
Buffing manicure
Priya is giving herself a manicure at home and wants to file her natural nails correctly. What is the recommended direction for filing natural nails?
Back and forth in a sawing motion
From side to centre in one direction
In circles
Up and down
Neha has noticed that her nails have become brittle over time. Which of the following is a common cause of brittle nails?
Excessive moisture
Frequent use of nail polish remover
High protein diet
Regular moisturising
What is the main function of the cuticle?
To add colour to the nail
To protect the matrix from infection
To strengthen the nail plate
To attach the nail to the finger
Which tool is used to trim excess cuticle or hangnails?
Nail scissors
Cuticle nippers
Emery board
Nail brush
Which of the following should be disposed of after a single use to maintain hygiene?
Metal cuticle pusher
Glass nail file
Wooden orange stick
Nail buffer block
Matilda visits a nail salon for a manicure. The technician uses tools that have not been sterilised. What is the main risk Matilda faces?
Nail discolouration
Spread of infection
Nail growth
Nail strengthening
Which part of the nail extends beyond the fingertip and is usually filed during a manicure?
Nail bed
Free edge
Matrix
Lunula
Which of the following tools is best for shaping the free edge of the nail?
Cuticle nipper
Buffer block
Orange stick
Nail file
Which layer of the nail provides its strength and structure?
Nail bed
Nail plate
Cuticle
Lunula
Amelia is checking her manicure tools before starting her workday. Which of the following is a sign that her tools need to be replaced?
They are stored in a closed container
They are used daily
They show signs of rust or damage
They are made of metal
Which part of the nail protects the area between the nail and the skin from infection?
Nail bed
Free edge
Lunula
Cuticle
After using a nail buffer, what is the main benefit observed on the nail surface?
Smoother and shinier appearance
Stronger cuticle
Thicker nail plate
Increased nail length
Which of the following is NOT recommended for maintaining healthy nails?
Keeping nails clean and dry
Biting or picking at nails
Moisturising cuticles regularly
Wearing gloves when cleaning
