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Midterm Study Guide
Milady Cosmetology midterms study guide. Includes Chapters: 1,2,3,4,5,7,10.12
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| (Ch.1) What was the period in history during which Western civilization made the transition from medieval to modern history? | The Renaissance |
| (Ch.1)Ancient Egyptians were the first civilization to infuse essential oils from _____ for use as perfumes and for purification purposes. | Leaves and Blossoms |
| (Ch.1)Archaeological studies reveal that haircutting and hairstyling were practiced in some form as early as the _____. | Ice Age |
| (Ch.1)What year was the preheat-perm method introduced? | 1931 |
| (Ch.1)Cosmetologists may choose to specialize and work in a specific type of facility. Which facility would be least appropriate for a specialist? | Massage Clinic |
| (Ch.1)Ancient people around the world used animal hide _____. | To tie back hair or adornment |
| (Ch.1)_____, the child of former slaves, was a pioneer in the modern African American hair care and cosmetics industry. | Sarah Breedlove |
| (Ch.1)The term cosmetology comes from the _____ word kosmeticos, meaning skilled in the use of cosmetics. | Greek |
| (Ch.1)What wrapping technique was introduced when women cut their hair into the short-bobbed style after World War I? | Croquigole |
| (Ch.1)During which austere and restrictive period in British history (1837–1901) did Queen Victoria reign? | Victorian Age |
| (Ch.1)Who coined the name “day spa” in the late 1980s? | Noel Dicaprio |
| (Ch.1)In ancient Rome, women used hair color to indicate their class in society. What color did poor women use to dye their hair? | Black |
| (Ch.1)Why did women pinch their cheeks and bite their lips during the Victorian Age? | To induce natural color |
| (Ch.1)What mineral, considered the chief source of mercury, was ground into a fine powder and used to make vermillion, a brilliant red pigment? | Cinnabar |
| (Ch.1)Which queen erected a personal cosmetics factory next to the Dead Sea? | Cleopatra |
| (Ch.1)What product was first marketed by Charles Revson in 1932, and glamorized by early screen sirens, Jean Harlow and Gloria Swanson, in their early motion pictures? | Nail Polish |
| (Ch.1)Which New York chemist introduced the first permanent hair color in 1932 and founded a company called Clairol in 1935? | Lawrence Gelb |
| (Ch.1)Your license will unlock countless doors for employment. However, your career must be _____. | Fueled with personal dedication and passion |
| (Ch.1)Which group ushered in a new era of highlighting in the 1970s by introducing the art of hair weaving using aluminum foil? | French Hair dressers |
| (Ch.1)What were the royal colors of the Chou Dynasty (circa 1100 BC)? | Gold and Silver |
| (Ch.1)In 1985, a hairdresser, _____, led by his passion for his craft and environment, revolutionized the beauty industry by inventing the world’s first ammonia-free hair color. | Farouk Shami |
| (Ch.1)The process of steam distillation was refined by Avicenna, a _____, around AD 1000. | Persian Physican |
| (Ch.1)Which activity is most important to a successful career, holds the key to individual development and personal motivation, provides knowledge and builds confidence, and promotes career advancement? | Continuing Education |
| (Ch.1)Which civilization is most known for using a variety of hairstyles as symbols of tribal traditions to convey messages of age, marital status, power, and rank? | African |
| (Ch.1)Cosmetology is defined as the _____ of beautifying and improving the skin, nails, and hair. | Art and science |
| (Ch.1)The salon industry depends heavily on its relationships with product distributors, which are referred to as _____. | Distributor sales consultants |
| (Ch.1)Which Polish immigrant Americanized his name in 1908 and moved to Los Angeles, where he began making and selling makeup? | Max Factor |
| (Ch.1)During the Renaissance, the unusual practice of shaving the eyebrows and hairline was performed to show a greater expanse of forehead. A brow-less forehead was thought to give a woman a look of greater _____. | Intelligence |
| (Ch.1)Cold waving, or permanent waving, was developed by scientists in 1941 as a new type of permanent waving that did not use heat. What is the modern-day term for this waving lotion? | Alkaline Perms |
| (Ch.1)Which substance was created by ancient Egyptians from a mixture of ground galena (a black mineral), sulfur, and animal fat? | Kohl |
| (Ch.1)Who were the biggest trendsetters in beauty applications in the early twentieth century? | Celebrities and society figures |
| (Ch.1)Who were the first people to cultivate beauty with extravagant fashions and were the first to use cosmetics as part of their personal beautification habits? | The Egyptians |
| (Ch.1)Studying the history of cosmetology can _____. | Help predict trends |
| (Ch.1)Who invented the first curling iron in 1872? | Marcel Gateau |
| (Ch.2)_____ unblocks the creative mind and allows for the exploration of new ideas and solutions. | Eliminating self-critical thoughts |
| (Ch.2) _____ is based on inner strength and begins with trusting your ability to achieve set goals. | Self Esteem |
| (Ch.2)also known as tact, is the ability to deliver truthful, even sometimes critical or difficult, messages in a kind way. | Diplomacy |
| (Ch.2)Providing skilled and competent services; being honest, courteous, and sincere; maintaining client confidentiality; participating in continuing education; and distributing accurate information are five actions of _____ behavior. | Ethical |
| (Ch.2)How can a licensed cosmetologist best keep abreast of new trends, techniques, products, and information? | Seek Continued education |
| (Ch.2)The moral principles by which we live and work are known as _____ | Ethics |
| (Ch.2)Despite what emotions a person feels, _____ and _____ skills will help people move to the next level in their career. | Motivation and self-management |
| (Ch.2)If studying or other activities become overwhelming, focus on _____. | Completing small tasks one at a time |
| (Ch.2)Arriving to work on time, starting the first client as soon as he or she arrives, and staying on schedule are good examples of real-life _____ | Time management |
| (Ch.2)Which action is the best example of a long-term goal? | Becoming a salon owner |
| (Ch.2)One essential part of any business plan is a , which establishes the purpose and values of an institution, provides a sense of direction by defining guiding principles and clarifying goals, and functions as the foundation for the business operation | Mission Statement |
| (Ch.2)Developing and applying sound life skills helps build a foundation for a successful career in salons and spas. Which life skill is most important for a cosmetologist? | Maintaining a cooperative attitude |
| (Ch.2)_____ is the unhealthy compulsion to do things perfectly due to the fear of taking risks and making mistakes. | Perfectionism |
| (Ch.2)What are three active problem-solving words that should be utilized when building a positive vocabulary? | Explore, Analyze, Determine |
| (Ch.2)What term refers to having a talent such as painting, acting, cutting hair, applying makeup, or doing artificial nails, as well as possessing unlimited inner resources of ideas and solutions? | Creativity |
| (Ch.2)A combination of understanding, empathy, compassion, responsiveness, and acceptance can best be described as _____. | Diplomacy |
| (Ch.2)What are the four primary aspects of ethical professionals, as mentioned in your text? | Self-care, integrity, discretion, and communication |
| (Ch.2)Which term refers to the identification of long-term and short-term goals? | Goal Setting |
| (Ch.2)Which action is the best example of a short-term goal? | Getting to class on time |
| (Ch.2)What are the three habits mentioned in your text that can keep you from maintaining peak performance? | Procrastination, perfectionism and lack of a game plan. |
| (Ch.2)Professionals who practice active listening and have both non-verbal and verbal skills, are effective at _____. | Communication |
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