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WorksheetsPart B
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 30mins
You are starting a standard 4-section parting. Where does the horizontal line usually cross the head?
From the forehead to the nape
From the apex to the occipital bone
From the apex to the back of each ear
From temple to temple
A client has a strong whorl at the crown. How should you section this area to prevent the hair from standing up after it's cut?
Use extra-thick sections
Use a larger section and leave the hair longer than intended
Cut it at 90-degree elevation immediately
Pull the hair tight with a fine-tooth comb
Which reference point marks the highest point on the top of the head?
Parietal Ridge
Occipital Bone
Apex
Four Corners
You are cutting a "Horseshoe" section. Which part of the head are you isolating?
The nape from the occipital bone
The top of the head from the sides and back
The fringe from the apex
The left side from the right side
Growth patterns like cowlicks are most common at the:
Nape
Front hairline and crown
Behind the ears
Temporal bone
The area between the apex and the back of the parietal ridge is the:
Nape
Crown
Side
Front
Which sectioning shape is used to create a "stack" in a graduated bob?
Horizontal
Vertical
Diagonal
Pivot
When sectioning for a haircut, "Subsections" are:
Large parts used to organize the head
Smaller divisions within a section used for control
The hair at the very bottom
The way the client parts their hair
The occipital bone is located:
At the very top of the head
At the base of the skull
On the sides above the ears
At the forehead
To find the "Four Corners," you should draw lines from:
Ear to ear
The center of the eyes to the crown
Two diagonal lines across the apex
The parietal ridge to the occipital bone
A "Profile Section" divides the head:
From ear to ear
From the center of the forehead to the center of the nape
At the eyebrow line
Around the circumference of the head
Why should you avoid using heavy tension on the "Nape" area when the hair has a strong upward growth pattern?
The hair will become too oily
The hair will jump up and become much shorter than intended
It will cause the client pain
It will make the hair grow faster
The "Parietal Ridge" is also known as the:
Crest area
High point
Soft spot
Bone line
When cutting a "Radial Section," where do all the lines originate?
The nape
The apex
The forehead
The ears
What is the "Perimeter" of a haircut?
The layers on top
The outer line or edge of the haircut
The thickness of the hair
The internal weight
A client wants a "Blunt Bob" with no layers. What elevation should you maintain throughout the cut?
0 degrees
45 degrees
90 degrees
180 degrees
You want to create "Graduation" (a buildup of weight) in the back of a haircut. Which angle is most appropriate?
0 degrees
45 degrees
90 degrees
180 degrees
You are cutting a uniform layer cut. You take a small piece of the previous section and move it to the next. What is this called?
Stationary Guide
Traveling Guide
Over-direction
Design Line
To create a dramatic increase in length toward the front of the face (Inverted Bob), which way should you over-direct the hair?
Toward the front
Straight up
Toward the back
Toward the floor
If you lift the hair to 180 degrees, where will the shortest layers be located?
At the nape
Around the ears
On the top of the head
At the very bottom perimeter
A "Long Layered Cut" is typically achieved using what elevation?
0 degrees
45 degrees
90 degrees to 180 degrees
Below the horizontal line
What does "Cross-Checking" mean?
Checking the haircut in the opposite direction it was cut
Checking the client's ID
Asking another stylist to look at the hair
Using a different pair of shears
To create a very soft, feathered edge, a stylist would use:
A razor
Large clippers
0-degree elevation
Horizontal sections
What is the result of over-directing hair toward a stationary guide at the back of the head?
Hair becomes shorter in the front
Hair becomes longer in the front
The hair becomes a uniform length
The hair becomes curly
When cutting a fringe, the "Triangle Section" is determined by:
The width of the shoulders
The outer corners of the eyes
The length of the nose
The position of the ears
You are performing Point Cutting on the ends of a straight, blunt-cut fringe. What is the primary purpose of this technique?
To make the line as sharp as possible
To soften the edge and remove a "chunk" of hair for a textured look
To increase the length of the fringe
To remove the need for sectioning
When Slide Cutting, you hold the shears slightly open and glide them through a section of hair. To ensure safety and a clean cut, where should the shears be positioned?
Behind your fingers
Above the fingers, moving toward the scalp
In front of your fingers, moving toward the ends
Closing the blades completely with every stroke
You are cutting hair with a very strong, tight curl pattern. Why should you use minimal tension?
Because curly hair shrinks significantly when dry
Because curly hair is stronger than straight hair
To prevent the shears from becoming dull
To make the sectioning easier to see
In a graduated bob, the Weight Line is the area where the most hair ends hang. How is this line created?
By over-directing everything to the front
By using 180-degree elevation
By using a traveling guide at 90 degrees
By using low elevation (1° to 44°) or a stationary guide
You are point cutting a section of hair. To avoid cutting yourself, what angle should your shears be in relation to your fingers?
Parallel to your fingers
At an angle or perpendicular to the hair ends
Facing toward your palm
The angle does not matter as long as the hair is wet
A client with very fine hair wants more volume. You decide to use Notching. How does this differ from point cutting?
Notching is more aggressive and removes larger "teeth" of hair
Notching is only used on the hair near the scalp
Notching is only done with clippers
There is no difference between the two
While cutting a perimeter line, you notice the client has their legs crossed. How will this affect the haircut?
It won't affect the hair at all
It will make the hair dry faster
It shifts the body's balance, resulting in an uneven/crooked line
It helps you see the guide better
Which type of tension is best used when cutting hair around the ears?
Maximum tension to pull the hair flat
Little to no tension to allow for the protrusion of the ear
Constant, heavy tension to ensure a straight line
Tension is not required around the ears
You want to create a "shattered" or "wispy" edge on a long layer cut. Which tool is most effective for this specific texture?
Standard cutting shears
Wide-tooth comb
Large Clippers
A straight razor
Tension control is most difficult to maintain when the hair is:
Partially dry and partially wet
Soaking wet
Completely dry
Coarse in texture
When cutting a blunt line, you notice the hair is "pushing" out of the shears rather than cutting. What should you do?
Use larger sections
Increase your speed
Take smaller sub-sections and check shear tension
Use more water
Where is the Weight Line usually located in a classic 45-degree graduated haircut?
At the widest part of the head (Parietal Ridge) or the occipital
At the very top of the head
Only at the front hairline
At the tips of the longest layers
You are slide cutting to blend a short fringe into long side layers. If you close the shears completely while sliding, what will happen?
You will create a beautiful blend
You will cut a large, unwanted "hole" or chunk out of the hair
The hair will become shinier
Nothing, this is the correct way to slide cut
Why is Cross-Checking essential after using various texturizing techniques?
To make sure the hair is still wet
To ensure the client is happy with the color
To verify the length is consistent despite the textured ends
To remove more weight from the crown
A client has "Head-forward" posture (leaning toward their phone). What will happen to the back length when they eventually stand up straight?
It will be shorter than intended
It will be longer than intended
It will be perfectly straight
It will have more volume
Tapering is a technique usually performed with:
Thinning shears only
The tips of the shears only
Clippers or shears-over-comb to create a blend from short to long
A razor held at a 90-degree angle
In Free-Hand Notching, you do not hold the hair between your fingers. This is best used for:
Thick, straight hair to remove bulk
Curly hair to allow the curls to form naturally
Very fine hair to create a blunt line
Cutting the initial perimeter guide
When using Thinning Shears, how far from the scalp should you generally stay to prevent the hair from standing straight up?
1/4 inch
1/2 inch
Only at the roots
At least 1 to 2 inches away from the scalp
Slide Cutting is best performed when the hair is:
Wet
Dry
Dirty
Tangles
Which of the following is a result of High Tension on a 0-degree blunt cut?
A soft, feathered edge
An uneven line once the hair dries and shrinks
Maximum volume at the crown
Increased length in the back
Point cutting with the shears held at a slight angle creates:
A blunt line
A notched, textured edge
No change in the hair
Curls
When using the clipper-over-comb technique, the comb is held:
In the same hand as the clippers
In the opposite hand to act as a guide
By the client
Only at the crown
Effilating is another term for:
Slithering (thinning hair with shears)
Shaving with a razor
Sectioning the head into 4 parts
Blow drying the hair
To maintain safety while razor cutting, the razor should be:
Dull
Kept dry at all times
Always held with a guard unless experienced
Used with very high tension on dry hair
The "Angle of the Comb" during shears-over-comb determines:
The hair color
The amount of hair being cut (the taper)
The shampoo used
The client's face shape
Which technique uses the tips of the shears to remove small amounts of hair from the ends?
Point cutting
Slicing
Blunt cutting
Clipper cutting
Thinning shears are most effective for:
Creating a blunt edge
Blending weight lines and removing bulk
Shaving the neck
Cutting a straight fringe
When cutting a subsection, you should always keep your shears:
Open at all times
Closed while not actively cutting to prevent accidents
On the floor
In your pocket
Uniform layers are created by traveling around the head at what angle?
0 degrees
45 degrees
90 degrees
180 degrees
A "Traveling Guide" moves with you. This is used to create:
Length increases in one area
Consistent length throughout a section
A stationary weight line
An asymmetrical bob
"Palming the shears" is done to:
Hide the shears from the client
Ensure safety while combing the hair
Make the shears sharper
Dry the blades
The "Apex" is used as a reference point to find:
The nape
The highest point of the head for sectioning
The ears
The chin
What happens if you cut hair that is partially dry and partially wet?
The cut will be perfectly even
The tension will be inconsistent, resulting in an uneven cut
The hair will change color
The shears will break
Which type of lines are used to create the appearance of height in a hairstyle?
Horizontal
Vertical
Diagonal
Curved
The final step of a professional haircut is:
Checking the results (Cross-checking) and styling
Asking the client to leave
Putting away the tools without cleaning
Charging the client before the cut is done
