Life Skills

Question 1

The term that defines the art and science of beauty care

a. ) onychology
b. ) cosmetology
c. ) ethical conduct
d. ) personal hygiene

Answer 1

b.) cosmetology

Question 2

Which of the following descriptions would NOT play a part in your commitment to success as a cosmetology professional?

a. ) insufficient rest
b. ) attaining a healthy body and mind
c. ) believing in bringing beauty to the lives of others
d. ) achieving the highest standard of professional behavior

Answer 2

a.) insufficient rest

Question 3

How many hours of sleep do most people need to function properly?

a. ) 1 to 2 hours
b. ) 3 to 4 hours
c. ) 6 to 8 hours
d. ) 9 to 12 hours

Answer 3

c.) 6 to 8 hours

Question 4

Fatigue can be prevented through…

a. ) bad health
b. ) lack of sleep
c. ) poor hygiene
d. ) rest and relaxation

Answer 4

d.) rest and relaxation

Question 5

Keeping muscles toned, organs working properly and equipping the body to better cope with a stressful situation are proven results related to..

a. ) hygiene
b. ) exercise
c. ) ergonomics
d. ) human relations

Answer 5

b.) exercise

Question 6

Personal and professional well-being and providing prevention for certain diseases are benefits of..

a. ) a balanced diet
b. ) proper oral hygiene
c. ) good human relations
d. ) practicing verbal communication

Answer 6

a.) a balanced diet

Question 7

Almost all foods contain mixtures of energy nutrients, which are all of the following terms EXCEPT

a. ) fats
b. ) keratin
c. ) proteins
d. ) carbohydrates

Answer 7

b.) keratin

Question 8

The energy contained in food is measured in…

a. ) calories
b. ) degrees
c. ) fat content
d. ) protein content

Answer 8

a.) calories

Question 9

Health hazards, such as impure air and improper storage or use of food, fall under the category of…

a. ) oral hygiene
b. ) public hygiene
c. ) personal hygiene
d. ) personal grooming

Answer 9

b.) public hygiene

Question 10

An individual’s system of maintaining cleanliness and health is known as…

a. ) nutrition
b. ) public hygiene
c. ) public sanitation
d. ) personal hygiene

Answer 10

d.) personal hygiene

Question 11

Maintaining healthy teeth and keeping breath fresh is called..

a. ) halitosis
b. ) oral hygiene
c. ) public sanitation
d. ) public intoxication

Answer 11

b.) oral hygiene

Question 12

When applying makeup, contouring with light colors will have what effect on the face?

a. ) narrowing
b. ) minimizing
c. ) broadening
d. ) moisturizing

Answer 12

c.) broadening

Question 13

Which type of makeup application will make an overly wide jaw area visually appear more narrow?

a. ) applying lighter contour creme to the cheekbone area
b. ) applying darker contour creme to the outer areas of the jawline
c. ) applying lighter contour creme to the outer areas of the jawline
d. ) applying darker contour creme to the inner areas of the jawline

Answer 13

b.) applying darker contour creme to the outer areas of the jawline

Question 14

The shoes that are recommended to be worn to practice good posture when standing for long periods of time are…

a. ) high-heeled shoes
b. ) shoes with pointed toes
c. ) low, broad-heeled shoes
d. ) shoes without arch support

Answer 14

c.) low, broad-heeled shoes

Question 15

Keeping the head up, chin level and the abdomen flat are key points in having…

a. ) bad posture
b. ) good posture
c. ) potential injuries
d. ) a poor standing position

Answer 15

b.) good posture

Question 16

When sitting in a chair, it is important to…

a. ) keep feet apart
b. ) keep knees apart
c. ) sit forward in the chair
d. ) sit well back in the chair

Answer 16

d.) sit well back in the chair

Question 17

The science that looks at how you work; the body movements, positions, tools and equipment you use and the effect these things have on your health and comfort is called:

a. ) economics
b. ) ergonomics
c. ) public hygiene
d. ) personal hygiene

Answer 17

b.) ergonomics

Question 18

All of the following actions can help prevent neck and back problems EXCEPT:

a. ) using free-standing sinks
b. ) standing with feet together
c. ) working with your back straight
d. ) adjusting the height of the client’s chair

Answer 18

b.) standing with feet together

Question 19

Which of the following preventative measures will help alleviate foot and leg problems?

a. ) wearing high heels
b. ) standing for long periods of time
c. ) wearing shoes with poor arch support
d. ) raising your feet on a stool during breaks

Answer 19

d.) raising your feet on a stool during breaks

Question 20

Preventing shoulder problems can be accomplished by…

a. ) holding heavy clippers
b. ) reaching across a table to manicure
c. ) reaching for supplies on a high shelf
d. ) swiveling the chair when you work on a client

Answer 20

d.) swiveling the chair when you work on a client

Question 21

Saying proper things without offending someone is:

a. ) using tact
b. ) questioning
c. ) paraphrasing
d. ) using overtones

Answer 21

a.) using tact

Question 22

To translate what you heard into your own words is to:

a. ) repeat
b. ) paraphrasing
c. ) focus attention
d. ) ask a question

Answer 22

b.) paraphrasing

Question 23

Ann, a loyal client, has just arrived late for her appointment. How should a salon professional handle this situation?

a. ) leave out steps to save time
b. ) ignore talking about the situation
c. ) discuss issue at front desk in front of others
d. ) explain what services you have time to complete

Answer 23

d.) explain what services you have time to complete

Question 24

The outward reflection of your inner feelings, thoughts, attitudes and values is defined as:

a. ) respect
b. ) personality
c. ) psychology
d. ) communication

Answer 24

b.) personality

Question 25

After performing a service on a hard-to-deal-with client, Diane vents her frustrations to the other clients. Which of the following terms identifies Diane’s display of emotion?

a. ) vitality
b. ) attitude
c. ) flexibility
d. ) grammar

Answer 25

b.) attitude

Question 26

Positive self-esteem in action can be described as:

a. ) avoiding eye contact
b. ) forming short-term friendships
c. ) telling the truth and keeping commitments
d. ) having negative beliefs about family/society

Answer 26

c.) telling the truth and keeping commitments

Question 27

Which of the following responsibilities is NOT found in a professional code of ethics?

a. ) failure to fulfill obligations
b. ) being loyal to employer and co-workers
c. ) being fair and courteous to your co-workers
d. ) showing respect for the feelings and rights of others

Answer 27

a.) failure to fulfill obligations

Question 28

Which of these terms is considered a trust-buster?

a. ) gossip
b. ) courage
c. ) sincerity
d. ) consistency

Answer 28

a.) gossip

Question 29

Persistence means:

a. ) giving up
b. ) staying the course
c. ) lack of being flexible
d. ) unwillingness to strive

Answer 29

b.) staying the course