A) Playing loud, energetic music.
B) Having the strongest massage oils.
C) Ensuring the room is brightly lit.
D) Creating a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere.

A) Unscented almond oil.
B) Gasoline.
C) Motor oil.
D) Vegetable oil.

A) Deep tissue pressure.
B) Kneading motions.
C) Long, gliding strokes.
D) Tapping motions.

A) Kneading and lifting muscles.
B) Light feathering strokes.
C) Applying direct pressure.
D) Vibrating motions.

A) Towards the heart.
B) Against the muscle grain.
C) In a circular motion only.
D) Away from the heart.

A) By applying the most pressure you can.
B) By asking the recipient for feedback.
C) By assuming you know their pain tolerance.
D) By only using very light pressure.

A) To prevent oil from staining clothes.
B) To hide imperfections.
C) To maintain modesty and warmth.
D) To make the recipient look more comfortable.

A) Ignore it and continue the massage.
B) Tell them to relax and breathe through it.
C) Immediately reduce the pressure or stop.
D) Increase the pressure to work out the knot.

A) The lower back.
B) The shoulders.
C) The calves.
D) Directly over bony prominences.

A) Deep, sustained pressure.
B) Rolling skin between the fingers.
C) Rhythmic tapping or percussion.
D) Applying hot stones.

A) Stopping abruptly between each stroke.
B) Slapping the skin.
C) Use smooth, flowing movements.
D) Applying jerky, uneven pressure.

A) To make the massage more effective for the recipient.
B) To use less oil.
C) To prevent injury to yourself.
D) To look more professional.

A) Reducing stress.
B) Curing all diseases.
C) Improving circulation.
D) Reducing muscle tension.

A) With slow, gentle strokes.
B) With fast, vigorous movements.
C) Abruptly stopping all contact.
D) With a loud clap.

A) Coffee.
B) Alcohol.
C) Soda.
D) Water.

A) Using hot stones.
B) Using aromatherapy oils.
C) A type of deep tissue massage.
D) Using suction cups to lift tissue.

A) Applying cold to muscle fibers.
B) Rubbing parallel to muscle fibers.
C) Applying heat to muscle fibers.
D) Rubbing perpendicularly across muscle fibers.

A) To apply pressure to specific points.
B) To support the body in a comfortable position.
C) To add extra weight.
D) To make the massage more difficult.

A) A type of massage oil.
B) A hypersensitive spot in a muscle.
C) A bone in the body.
D) A muscle strain.

A) Bending at the waist.
B) Holding your breath.
C) Using only your arm strength.
D) Leaning into the stroke.

A) A type of deep tissue massage.
B) Using essential oils for therapeutic benefits.
C) Using hot stones.
D) Applying pressure to specific points.

A) Dim and indirect lighting.
B) Bright and direct lighting.
C) Flashing strobe lights.
D) No lighting at all.

A) The clients feet.
B) The massage table after the massage.
C) Your hands before and after the massage.
D) Your shoes before entering the room.

A) Start with the feet.
B) Start with the elbows.
C) Warm up the massage oil.
D) Start with the most painful spot.

A) Pressed firmly into the client's face.
B) Loosened so there's movement.
C) Adjusted so that the neck is straight.
D) Not using one at all.

A) Try to suppress the cough.
B) Cough directly into the air.
C) Turn away and cough into your elbow.
D) Cough into your hands.

A) Only at the end of the massage.
B) Only at the beginning of the massage.
C) Before, during, and after the massage.
D) Only when your hands feel dirty.

A) Stay completely silent.
B) Talk constantly about unrelated topics.
C) Yell to be heard over the music.
D) Use a calm and reassuring tone.

A) Avoid all conversation.
B) Talk constantly about your personal life.
C) Let the recipient initiate the conversation.
D) Ask deeply personal questions.

A) Doesn't matter as long as the client is comfortable.
B) Provides extra padding.
C) Makes the room smell better.
D) Creates a sanitary and professional environment.