The edge of a flat iron that is nearest to the stylist is called the _____.

2. What process shapes and directs the hair into an S pattern through the use of the fingers, combs, and

finger-waving lotion, and was the rage in the 1920s and 1930s?

a. Finger waving

b. Haircutting

c. Pin curls

d. Permanent waves

ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 445

3. What substance, also known as liquid gel, makes the hair pliable enough to keep it in place during the

finger-waving procedure?

a. Elastic lotion

b. Finger-waving lotion

c. Conditioning lotion

d. Firming lotion

ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 446

4. _____ curls serve as a basis for patterns, lines, waves, curls, and rolls that are used in a wide range of

hairstyles and can be used on all types of hair, including straight, permanent waved, or naturally curly

hair.

a. Finger

b. Pin

c. Open

d. Closed

ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 446

5. The _____ is the stationary (non-moving) foundation of the curl, on the area closest to the scalp

a. stem

b. base

c. circle

d. clip

ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 446

6. What section of the pin curl lies between the base and first arc (turn) of the circle that gives the curl its

direction and movement, and determines the amount of mobility or movement in a section of hair?

a. Base

b. Circle

c. Stem

  • d. Size

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 446

    7. What type of curl is placed directly on the base of the curl and produces a tight, firm, long-lasting curl

    and allows minimum mobility?

    a. Half-stem curl

    b. Base curl

    c. No-stem curl

    d. Full-stem curl

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 447

    8. What type of curl is placed completely off base and allows for the greatest mobility?

    a. Half-stem curl

    b. Base curl

    c. No-stem curl

    d. Full-stem curl

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 447

    9. A _____ is a section of hair that is molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of

    curls.

    a. ribbon

    b. base

    c. stem

    d. shaping

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 447

    10. What are the pin curls that produce even, smooth waves and uniform curls?

    a. Open-center curls

    b. Closed-center curls

    c. Convex curls

    d. Stationary curls

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 447

    11. Which pin curls produce waves that get smaller in size toward the end?

    a. Ridge curls

    b. Open-center curls

    c. Closed-center curls

    d. Half-stem curls

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 447

    12. The terms _____ curls and _____ curls are used to describe the direction of pin curls.

    a. clockwise; counterclockwise

    b. square; rectangular

    c. open; closed

    d. arc base; square

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 448

    13. _____ base pin curls are usually recommended at the side front hairline for a smooth, upswept effect.

    a. Arc

  • b. Square

    c. Triangular

    d. Rectangular

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 448

    14. What pin curl base is recommended for use along the front hairline to prevent splits or breaks in the

    finished style?

    a. Triangular base

    b. Square base

    c. Oblong base

    d. Rectangular base

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 448

    15. What is the most commonly shaped pin curl base?

    a. Arc base

    b. Rectangular base

    c. Square base

    d. Panel base

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 448

    16. Arc base pin curls are also known as half-moon or _____ base curls.

    a. no-stem base curls

    b. square base curls

    c. C-shaped base curls

    d. S-shaped base curls

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 448

    17. Forcing hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension is called _____.

    a. sectioning

    b. sculpting

    c. bricklayer

    d. ribboning

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 449

    18. Pin curls sliced from a shaping and formed without lifting the hair from the head are referred to as

    _____.

    a. ridge curls

    b. carved curls

    c. alternating curls

    d. skip waves

    ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 449

    19. Ridge curls are pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a _____.

    a. space

    b. ribbon

    c. wave

    d. curl

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 449

  • 20. Two rows of ridge curls on the side of a head are called _____.

    a. dual waves

    b. carved curls

    c. sculptured curls

    d. skip waves

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 449

    21. Large diameter pin curls that are similar to a roller, but do not have the same amount of tension, are

    called _____.

    a. straight curls

    b. rectangular curls

    c. open curls

    d. barrel curls

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 450

    22. Which pin curls are fastened to the head in a standing position to create height in the hair design?

    a. Carved curls

    b. Cascade curls

    c. Sculptured curls

    d. Barrel curls

    ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 450

    23. What is the panel of hair on which the roller is placed?

    a. Section

    b. Center

    c. Base

    d. Circle

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 451

    24. How is the hair wrapped around the roller to create curls in the hair?

    a. With one and a half turns

    b. With two and a half turns

    c. With one complete turn

    d. With two complete turns

    ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 451

    25. Rollers should be placed _____ in a roller set where the least amount of volume is desired.

    a. completely off the base

    b. completely on the base

    c. half off base

    d. half on the base

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 452

    26. A(n) _____ is the point where curls of opposite direction meet, forming a recessed area.

    a. pipe

    b. tunnel

    c. base

    d. indentation

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 452

  • 27. _____ rollers are used only on dry hair because using them on wet hair will snag and pull the hair.

    a. Velcro

    b. Hot

    c. Plastic

    d. Small

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 453

    28. Backcombing, also known as _____, ratting, matting, or French lacing, involves combing small

    sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp, causing shorter hair to mat at the scalp and form a

    cushion or base.

    a. teasing

    b. slicing

    c. backbrushing

    d. smoothing

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 454

    29. Backbrushing, also known as _____, is used to build a soft cushion or to mesh two or more curl

    patterns together for a uniform and smooth comb out.

    a. backcombing

    b. matting

    c. teasing

    d. ruffing

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 454

    30. What styling technique is used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining its shape?

    a. Backcombing

    b. Interlocking

    c. Wrapping

    d. Ruffing

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 455

    31. What technique of drying and styling damp hair in one operation has revolutionized the hairstyling

    world?

    a. French lacing

    b. Velcro styling

    c. Hair wrapping

    d. Blowdry styling

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 456

    32. What nozzle attachment of a blowdryer directs the air stream to any section of the hair more intensely?

    a. Diffuser

    b. Concentrator

    c. Roller brush

    d. Comb

    ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 457

    33. What blowdryer attachment is used to accentuate or keep textural definition by allowing the air to flow

    more softly?

    a. Concentrator

  • b. Nozzle

    c. Diffuser

    d. Leveler

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 457

    34. Which brushes are used to blowdry precision haircuts where little or no volume is desired?

    a. Classic styling brushes

    b. Grooming brushes

    c. Vent brushes

    d. Round brushes

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 457

    35. What are the large, flat brushes with staggered pin patterns that are used for mid- to longer-hair

    length?

    a. Vent brushes

    b. Grooming brushes

    c. Classic styling brushes

    d. Paddle brushes

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 457

    36. Grooming brushes that add polish and shine to the hair have a bristle mixture consisting of _____.

    a. boar and nylon

    b. nylon and cotton

    c. sable and boar

    d. boar and rubber

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 457

    37. Styling foam, a light, airy, whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam, is also called _____.

    a. texturizer

    b. straightening gel

    c. mousse

    d. liquid gel

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 458

    38. _____, also known as texturizers, are styling products that are lighter and less viscous than firm-hold

    gels, making them ideal to use for easy styling, defining, and molding.

    a. Pomade

    b. Silicone

    c. Foam

    d. Liquid gels

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 459

    39. _____, also known as serum, adds gloss and sheen to the hair while creating textural definition.

    a. Pomade

    b. Silicone

    c. Hair spray

    d. Thermal protecting product

    ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 459

  • 40. What is the most widely used hairstyling product?

    a. Pomade

    b. Silicone

    c. Hair spray

    d. Thermal protector

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 460

    41. _____ waving and curling, also known as Marcel waving, are methods of waving and curling straight

    or pressed dry hair using thermal irons and special manipulative techniques.

    a. Thermal

    b. Dry heat

    c. Pressed iron

    d. Hot roller

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 460

    42. _____ irons with straight edges are used to create smooth, straight, styles even on very curly hair.

    a. Curling

    b. Round

    c. Flat

    d. Electric

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 461

    43. The edge of a flat iron that is nearest to the stylist is called the _____.

    a. beveled edge

    b. outer edge

    c. inner edge

    d. flat edge

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 461

    44. Combs that are used for thermal curling should be made of _____.

    a. plastic

    b. nylon blends

    c. soft metal

    d. hard rubber

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 462

    45. The correct temperature setting of the iron for thermal curling is determined by the _____.

    a. texture of the hair

    b. length of the hair

    c. type of iron used

    d. size of iron used

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 462

    46. As a rule of thumb, coarse and gray hair can withstand more heat than _____.

    a. fine hair

    b. long hair

    c. short hair

    d. conditioned hair

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 463

  • 47. What type of curls are suitable for one length hair?

    a. Barrel curls

    b. Roll curls

    c. Spiral curls

    d. Flat curls

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 464

    48. _____ curls provide maximum lift or volume, since the curl is placed very high on its base.

    a. Thermal

    b. Volume-base

    c. Full-base

    d. Half-base

    ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 465

    49. When creating full-base curls, the hair should be held with medium tension at a _____.

    a. 45-degree angle

    b. 60-degree angle

    c. 90-degree angle

    d. 125-degree angle

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 465

    50. Placed completely off their base, _____ curls offer a curl option with only slight lift and volume.

    a. full-volume

    b. half-base

    c. volume-base

    d. off-base

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 465

    51. What process involves temporarily straightening extremely curly hair by means of a heated comb?

    a. Hair pressing

    b. Hair texturizing

    c. Hair relaxing

    d. Hair treatments

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 467

    52. What hair pressing process removes 50 to 60 percent of the curl?

    a. Classic press

    b. Soft press

    c. Hard press

    d. Medium press

    ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 467

    53. What hair type is very resistant to hair pressing and requires more heat and pressure?

    a. Fine/soft

    b. Coarse/brittle

    c. Wiry/curly

    d. Medium/straight

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 469

  • 54. When the clients scalp is classified as flexible, remember to _____ to press the hair satisfactorily.

    a. avoid applying cream

    b. use enough tension

    c. avoid applying pressure

    d. apply low heat

    ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 469

    55. Good-quality pressing combs are constructed of either _____.

    a. brass or iron

    b. brass or porcelain

    c. stainless steel or brass

    d. stainless steel or tin

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 469

    56. Pressing combs with less space between the teeth produce a _____.

    a. coarse press

    b. smooth press

    c. quick press

    d. hard press

    ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 469

    57. It is important to _____ a new brass pressing comb so that it will hold heat evenly along its entire

    length and provide consistent results.

    a. wash

    b. dry

    c. temper

    d. test

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 469

    58. After heating, the temperature of the pressing comb should be tested using _____.

    a. light paper

    b. a hair section

    c. fingers

    d. cloth

    ANS: A PTS: 1 REF: Page 470

    59. Carbon buildup can be removed from the metal portion of a pressing comb by immersing the metal

    portion of the comb in a solution containing _____.

    a. sodium hydroxide

    b. baking soda

    c. hydrogen peroxide

    d. ammonia water

    ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 470

    60. A _____ is sometimes necessary when the hair becomes curly again due to perspiration, dampness, or

    other conditions.

    a. soft press

    b. chemical press

    c. touch-up

  • d. moderate press

    ANS: C PTS: 1 REF: Page 471

    61. _____ and skin rashes are the two general types of injuries that can occur in hair pressing.

    a. Cuts

    b. Scrapes

    c. Bruises

    d. Burns

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 471

    62. Avoid excessive heat, particularly when pressing _____ hair, to avoid discoloration and breakage.

    a. fine

    b. curly

    c. coarse

    d. gray

    ANS: D PTS: 1 REF: Page 472

    63. When executing an updo, inspect the shape from every angle to make sure it is _____.

    a. simple and flat

    b. well-balanced and proportioned

    c. full and unique

    d. round and full

    ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 473

    64. What true classic hairdo is created out of a simple ponytail that can be simply styled or dressed up?

    a. Pleat

    b. Chignon

    c. Twist

    d. Blowdry

    ANS: B PTS: 1 REF: Page 473

    65. The twist, also referred to as the French _____, is a classic long hairstyle that is popular in the salon

    What styling technique is used to keep curly hair smooth and straight?

    (Hair wrapping is a technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining a beautiful shape.) Wrapping can be done on wet hair only.

    Where should the groove of the iron be when you insert it into the hair quizlet?

    With the comb, pick up a strand of hair about 2 inches (5 centimeters) in width. Insert the iron in the hair with the groove facing upward.

    What styling technique is used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining its shape group of answer choices?

    Hair wrapping is a technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining a beautiful shape. When height is desired with hair wrapping, place large rollers ____________________ with the remainder of the hair wrapped around the head. True or False: Wrapping can be done on wet hair only.

    What is a open center curl?

    • Open-center curls- produce even, smooth waves and uniform curls. • Closed-center curls- produce waves that get smaller toward the end; good for fine. hair or if you want a fluffy curl.