City & Guilds Barber L2 CB2: Cutting Men's Hair Using Basic Techniques

Question 1

The client consultation should start;

A. Before gowning up the client or,

B. After gowning up the client.

Answer 1

A. Before gowning up the client.

This is so you can ascertain the client’s style and overall image.

Question 2

Why is it important to position yourself and your client correctly?

Answer 2

A. The result and balance of the finished look can be affected by positioning.

B. To avoid injury and fatigue for the stylist.

Question 3

True or false.

The client can cross their legs if it makes them more comfortable sat in the barbers chair.

Answer 3

False.

The client must sit upright, legs uncrossed and evenly balanced.

Question 4

What can the stylist do to prevent fatigue and back problems?

Answer 4

Stand with their body weight evenly balanced throughout the cutting service.

A cutting stool can be used by the stylist to prevent bending.

Question 5

The consultation should continue through the cutting service. True or false?

Answer 5

True

Question 6

Which of the following is correct?

1. Show the client images to help identify the desired style.
2. Use the mirror to show your client the length that you will be cutting off.
3. Encourage the client to express their thoughts and ask questions throughout the service.
4. Consultation questions should be specific.

Answer 6

They are all correct.

Question 7

Does elasticity affect the cutting service?

Answer 7

Yes

Question 8

What should you avoid doing if medium/ long hair with poor elasticity?

Answer 8

You should avoid pulling with too much tension during the cutting service.
The hair must have an even moisture balance. Either all wet or all dry.

Question 9

Which hair characteristic is prone to tangling during a cutting service?

Answer 9

Porous hair

Question 10

What type of brush/comb should you use to ensure client comfort when cutting porous hair?

Answer 10

A wide toothed comb

Question 11

What product can you use to prevent tangling of porous hair while combing?

Answer 11

Leave in conditioner.

Question 12

True or false.

Razors should be avoided on porous hair.

Answer 12

True

Question 13

True or false.

Caution should be taken when using clippers on dry porous hair as clippers can move through dry porous hair very easily.

Answer 13

False.

Clippers can get caught in dry porous hair.

Question 14

How can density affect the choice of style and cutting technique for abundant hair?

Answer 14

Abundant hair might need to be thinned out to create the desired look.

Question 15

How can density affect the choice of style and cutting technique for sparse hair?

Answer 15

Sparse hair will need to be blunt cut/club cut to maintain as much thickness as possible. Avoid cutting hair too short.

Question 16

Clipper cuts or short cuts might not suit what texture of hair?

Answer 16

Fine hair

Question 17

What texture of hair could you use styling products to help achieve the desired look?

Answer 17

Coarse textured

Question 18

Identity 2 hair characteristics that have an impact on how you cut the hair between the crown and shoulders?

Answer 18

Double crown and nape whorl.

Question 19

Scissor cuts can show on what hair type/ classification?

Answer 19

Fine and medium straight hair.

Question 20

Avoid using texturising techniques on what type of hair type/ classification?

Answer 20

Fine/ thin

Question 21

What hair classification can you use most cutting techniques?

Answer 21

Medium straight hair.

Question 22

What hair type/ classification can be difficult to curl?

Answer 22

Coarse straight hair

Question 23

What hair type/ classification is versatile and great to work with?

Answer 23

Wavy hair

Question 24

This hair can be frizzy, so avoid texturising techniques that will enhance a fluffy appearance - such as razor cutting. Club cutting can help by keeping all hair lengths the same.

What hair type/ classification does this describe?

Answer 24

Medium and coarse wavy hair

Question 25

This type of hair can be resistant to styling, so may benefit from being texturised or thinned out, but avoid using a razor on the hair.

What hair type/ classification does this describe?

Answer 25

Coarse wavy hair

Question 26

This hair can consist of a combination of textures.

What hair type /classification am I?

Answer 26

Soft curly

Question 27

It may be frizzy in appearance and have a lot of body.

What hair type /classification am I?

Answer 27

Soft curly

Question 28

This hair can have a combination of textures and will spring up after the hair has been cut when it dries.

What hair type /classification am I?

Answer 28

Tight curly. Particularly fine curly.

Question 29

What do you need to consider when cutting curly hair?

A. The tension placed on the hair during the cutting service.

B. The length of the scissors used during the cutting service.

C. The temperature of the water used to spritz the hair with water during the cutting service.

Answer 29

A. The tension placed on the hair during the cutting service.

Question 30

Soft, very curly hair is often fragile, so be careful if using what tools?

Answer 30

Razors or clippers

Question 31

What should you use to brush very curly hair?

Answer 31

A wide toothed comb

Question 32

This type of hair is very fragile. Avoid techniques that texturise the hair. Use mostly club cutting and freehand techniques.

What type/ classification of hair does this describe?

Answer 32

Wiry curly hair

Question 33

What can wiry curly hair can have less of?

Answer 33

Wiry curly hair can have less of a defined curly pattern.

Question 34

Can head and face shape affect the choice of style?

Answer 34

Yes

Question 35

What styles should be avoided for round face shapes?

Answer 35

Styles that add more roundness

Question 36

What styles should be avoided for oblong face shapes?

Answer 36

Styles that add height

Question 37

What illusion do fringes have in a long oblong face?

Answer 37

Fringes give the illusion of shortening a long face.

Question 38

What feature do flat tops accentuate?

Answer 38

Square face shapes.

Question 39

What facial features can affect the choice of style?

Answer 39

Protruding ears
A strong nose
Jaw line
High foreheads
A long neck
Hairline
Facial hair
Piercings
Scars

Question 40

What can be done to reduce the the appearance of male pattern baldness when cutting hair?

Answer 40

Suggest leaving the overall style slightly longer, particularly on top.

Cut the hair short around the thinning area to make the rest of the hair look a little thicker.

Question 41

What is male pattern baldness also known as?

Answer 41

Hamilton pattern

Question 42

Which of the following are your health and safety requirements for a cutting service.

1. Wear gloves when using a razor
2. Follow health & safety acts
3. Keep the section clear of hazards
4. Use appropriate PPE
5. Position the client in an appropriate position.
6. The stylist should stand in a balanced position with an equal distribution of weight.

Answer 42

They are all correct