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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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