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TERTIARY AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION COMMISSION

MODEL PAPER

BEAUTICIAN - NVQ LEVEL 4

Time: 02 hours

Carefully read the following instructions prior to commence the answering

You must answer all questions available in the part A, B and C in the question paper.

The Paper consists of multiple choice questions, Short answer questions and Matching questions.

Multiple choice question has four responses and you have to choose the most suitable answer and put the mark “x” on the appropriate box in the answer sheet provided separately

For Part B and C write answers on the question paper Question paper consists of 10 pages.

PART A

1. Beauty salon failures are often the result of management: a) experience c) cooperation b) efficiency d) training 2. Beauty salon services are considered in the appointment book in terms of: a) difficulty c) time b) material d) style 3. When adjusting complaints over the phone, it is important to use Tact, courtesy, and: a) arrogance c) interruptions b) self control d) impatience 4. The first consideration of the Beautician always should be the : a) fee to be charged c) time consumed b) protection of the client d) client’s tip 5. Pathogenic bacteria are commonly known as: a) antiseptics c) germs or microbes b) disinfectants d) beneficial bacteria 6. The personal factor that contributes most to bringing clients

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back to the salon is the Beautician’s: a) aggressiveness c) gossip b) familiarity d) personality 7. In order to maintain accurate and efficient control of supplies, It is necessary to have an organized: a) inventory system c) sales force b) purchase order d) depreciation record 8. A soap solution with a pH factor of 10 would be considered to be a/an: a) acid c) alkali b) salt d) oxide 9. Hygiene in the salon should always be maintained in order to : a) make the salon smell nice c) ensure that the therapist is kept busy b) minimize cross-infection d) promote a welcoming environment 10. Which one of the following is it best to use when wanting to keep sterilized cuticle nippers in a sterile condition? a) QUATS c) UV cabinet b) Autoclave d) Surgical spirit 11. Which ONE of the following is an example of non-verbal communication? a) Explanation c) Discussion b) Consultation d) Eye-contact 12. What is meant by ‘self-development’? a) Attending training events b) Waiting to be told what to do. c) Finding things to do such as cleaning d) Using opportunities to learn something new. 13. Personal hygiene deals with the preservation of the well-being of the: a) individual c) town b) community d) society 14. A dull, sallow complexion may be an indication of : a) controlled disease c) adequate rest b) a balanced diet d) poor health 15. The body may be kept clean by the regular use of : a) deodorants c) disinfectants b) soap and water d) germicides 16. The heart, arteries, and glands may be harmfully affected by:

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a) rest c) strong emotions b) recreation d) hope 17. The outer protective layer of the skin is called the : a) dermis c) epidermis b) adipose tissue d) subcutaneous tissue 18. Beauticians repeating gossip will cause loss of the client’s : a) attention c) confidence b) charm d) posture 19. During pedicure when massage, pressure is applied to the: a) knee b) ankle c) between knee and ankle d) between knee and hip 20. The implement used to clean under the free edge of the nail is: a) the pointed end of file b) the pointed end of pusher c) a cotton-tipped orangewood stick d) any sharp, pointed implement 21. Products are removed from their containers with: a) combs b) Spatulas c) the Beautician’s fingers d) the client’s fingers 22. When treating dry skin, Beauticians should avoid using products containing a large percentage of: a) banana b) water c) oil d) alcohol 23. The pores of the skin are opened by applying: a) cold, moist towels b) cold, dry towels c) warm, moist towels d) warm , dry towels 24. When using a chemical depilatory, the surrounding skin is protected with : a) astringent lotion b) rubbing alcohol c) Petroleum jelly or cream d) pre-shaving lotion 25. Undesirable hairs from around the mouth and chin are best removed by: a) tweezing b) clipping c) singeing d) shaving 26. Eyebrows should be properly tweezed in the direction : a) opposite to their natural growth c) toward the chin b) of their natural growth d) toward the scalp 27. An astringent lotion is applied after tweezing the eyebrows in order to :

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a) relax the skin c) expand the skin b) contract the skin d) stimulate the skin 28.To minimize wide-set eyes and make them appear closer, it is best to : a) shorten the outside eyebrow line on both sides b) extend the eyebrow line to inside the corner of the eye c) make the eyebrow line straight d) arch the ends of the eyebrow 29. To minimize close-set eyes, space the brows to : a) widen the distance between them b) shorten the distance between them c) shorten the browline to the end of the eye d) extend the browline beyond the outside corner of the eye 30. To help avoid infection during eyebrow arching, apply a/an : a) disinfectant c) deodorant b) antiseptic d) powder

(30X1.5 =45 Marks)

PART B

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Write answers in the given space in the question paper

1. While giving a manicure where the instruments should be kept?

2. With what should the shape of the nails conform for a more natural effect?

3. The signs of what are watery blisters and thick white skin between the toes?

4. What usually is the active agent in nail bleach?

5. What is the layer of the epidermis that is being continually shed and replaced called?

6. A large percentage of what in lotions must be avoided for dry skin?

7. In what proper direction should eyebrows be tweezed?

8. Give one use of Artificial nails.

9. What is an important requisite for the client when receiving a facial?

10. List two (02) considerations for safety of Salon environment. 1. 2.

(10X1.5=15 Marks)

11. What are the 04 factors mainly considered when using chemical products? (04 Marks)

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1. 2. 3. 4.

12. What is the information (list 05) to be included in client consultation form? (05 Marks)

1.

2.

3. 4. 5. 13. Draw & Label the cross section of the skin (08 Marks)

14. Draw & Label the cross section of the nail. (08 Marks)

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PART C

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Select most suitable response for each description and write the letter beside the correct

response in the cage provided.

(10 Marks)

Description Response

1. Over – active sebaceous glands produce too much

a. Oval face

2. An egg facial pack is recommended to cleanse the pores and

b. Direct current

3. The primary objective of corrective makeup is to create an optical illusion of a /an:

c. wrinkles

4. The proper application of base makeup helps to conceal

d. Tighten the skin

5. To remove stray hair from above the brow use a

e. inexpensive

6. Before applying a chemical depilatory, it is necessary to give

f. tweezer

7. constant electrical current flowing in one direction is called a/an

g. Sebum

8. Facial and scalp steamers are used in the salon to supply:

f. Moisture heat at a constant temperature

9. Business neglect and careless bookkeeping often result in salon

j. failure

10. Beauty salon failures are often the result of management

k. Skin test