How to give a good haircut
  • 1. What is the most important first step when giving a haircut?
A) Sharpening your shears
B) Applying hair gel
C) Consultation with the client
D) Washing the hair
  • 2. Which comb is best for clipper-over-comb techniques?
A) A wide-toothed comb
B) A fine-toothed comb
C) A pick
D) A rat-tail comb
  • 3. What is 'elevation' in haircutting?
A) The type of shears used
B) The angle the hair is held from the head
C) The length of the hair
D) The client's mood
  • 4. What does 'tension' refer to when cutting hair?
A) The sharpness of the scissors
B) How tightly the hair is held
C) The client's nervousness
D) The temperature of the water
  • 5. What is the purpose of layering hair?
A) To make hair straighter
B) To make hair thicker
C) To create volume and movement
D) To make hair one length
  • 6. What type of shears are best for blending and texturizing?
A) Straight shears
B) Clippers
C) Thinning shears
D) Beveled shears
  • 7. What is the purpose of cross-checking a haircut?
A) To ensure evenness and balance
B) To add more layers
C) To make the haircut shorter
D) To use up extra time
  • 8. What is the guideline when cutting a one-length haircut?
A) Pulling the hair to the side
B) No elevation or over-direction
C) Cutting at a 90-degree angle
D) High elevation and tension
  • 9. Why is it important to work with clean, damp hair?
A) To make the client more comfortable
B) For accurate cutting and manageability
C) To prevent static electricity
D) To save water
  • 10. What is the best way to deal with cowlicks?
A) Work with the natural growth pattern
B) Ignore them completely
C) Shave them off
D) Cut them very short
  • 11. When should you use clippers instead of shears?
A) For adding bangs
B) For long layers
C) For short, even cuts and fades
D) For detailed texturizing
  • 12. What is a fade haircut?
A) A gradual transition from short to longer hair
B) A haircut with only long hair
C) A completely shaved head
D) A haircut with no layers
  • 13. What is the best angle to hold shears for point cutting?
A) Holding the shears parallel to the hair strand
B) Pointing the shears slightly upward into the hair
C) Pointing the shears downwards into the hair
D) Using the shears horizontally
  • 14. What should you do if you accidentally cut too much hair?
A) Blame the client
B) Assess the situation and adjust the style
C) Panic and stop cutting
D) Try to glue the hair back on
  • 15. What is the role of texturizing in a haircut?
A) To remove weight and create movement
B) To add color
C) To make the hair straighter
D) To make the hair thicker
  • 16. What is over-direction?
A) Cutting hair very quickly
B) Ignoring the client's instructions
C) Using too much product
D) Combing the hair away from its natural falling position
  • 17. What is the purpose of a nape shave?
A) To make the client's neck look longer
B) To add volume to the back of the head
C) To remove all the hair at the nape
D) To create a clean line at the hairline
  • 18. Which of the following is NOT a common face shape?
A) Square
B) Oval
C) Trapezoid
D) Round
  • 19. What should you consider when choosing a haircut for a client?
A) Only the color of the hair
B) Only your personal preference
C) Hair texture, face shape, and lifestyle
D) Only current trends
  • 20. What is the best way to maintain your shears?
A) Dropping them on the floor
B) Regular cleaning and oiling
C) Storing them in a damp place
D) Sharpening them every day
  • 21. How should you handle a client who is unhappy with their haircut?
A) Blame someone else
B) Argue with them about the cut
C) Listen to their concerns and offer solutions
D) Ignore their complaints
  • 22. What is the benefit of using a cape during a haircut?
A) Adds style to the haircut
B) Helps the hair grow faster
C) Makes the client cooler
D) Protects the client's clothing
  • 23. What's the correct term for the line that separates the hair cut and uncut?
A) Form line
B) Guideline
C) Part line
D) Perimeter
  • 24. When giving a haircut what should you do after the hair is dry?
A) Add more product
B) Finish the cut and send the client home
C) Give another shampoo
D) Check the cut and refine any uneven areas
  • 25. What is the main purpose of layering hair?
A) Create shape, movement, and volume.
B) Make hair thicker
C) Make hair grow faster
D) Make hair straighter
  • 26. What is the best way to section hair for a haircut?
A) Only sectioning the front of the hair
B) Divide the hair into clean, manageable sections.
C) Cutting hair randomly
D) Just cutting the top layer
  • 27. What should you use to clean up stray hairs after a haircut?
A) Neck duster or brush
B) Towel
C) Blow dryer
D) Hair spray
  • 28. What type of hair is best to use thinning shears on?
A) Bald hair
B) Damaged hair
C) Thick hair
D) Thin hair
  • 29. How long can you reuse shampoo capes?
A) Forever
B) One week
C) Until washed
D) One year
  • 30. What is the best position to hold your body while giving a haircut?
A) Slouched posture with crossed legs.
B) Leaning over the client to get a better view.
C) Standing far away and reaching to cut the hair.
D) Good posture with feet firmly on the ground.
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