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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A) Applying heat to muscle fibers.
B) Applying cold to muscle fibers.
C) Rubbing parallel 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 bone in the body.
B) A type of massage oil.
C) A hypersensitive spot in a muscle.
D) A muscle strain.

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

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

A) Bright and direct lighting.
B) Dim and indirect 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 most painful spot.
B) Warm up the massage oil.
C) Start with the elbows.
D) Start with the feet.

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

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

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

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

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

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