New Curriculum First Term Beauty and Cosmetology examination for JSS 1

Class: JSS 1
Term: First Term
Subject: Beauty and Cosmetology
Time: 2 hours
Total Marks: 70

SECTION A: OBJECTIVES (40 Marks)
Instruction: Answer all 40 questions. Each question carries 1 mark.

1. Which explanation most accurately describes Ethical hair styling? (a) Hair-care safety protects clients, workers and the workplace from injury or infection    (b) Safe hairstyling includes checking tools and controlling heat and chemical exposure    (c) Ethical hair styling requires honesty, respectful treatment and good professional conduct    (d) Hair care involves cleaning and maintaining the hair and scalp
2. In the context of Hair-care safety, which statement is correct? (a) Ethical hair styling requires honesty, respectful treatment and good professional conduct    (b) Hair-care safety protects clients, workers and the workplace from injury or infection    (c) Safe hairstyling includes checking tools and controlling heat and chemical exposure    (d) Hair care involves cleaning and maintaining the hair and scalp
3. The concept of Hairstyling safety rules is best explained as ________. (a) Safe hairstyling includes checking tools and controlling heat and chemical exposure    (b) Hair-care safety protects clients, workers and the workplace from injury or infection    (c) Hair care involves cleaning and maintaining the hair and scalp    (d) Ethical hair styling requires honesty, respectful treatment and good professional conduct
4. An accurate description of Hair care is ________. (a) Hair textures and scalp conditions vary and affect suitable treatments    (b) Safe hairstyling includes checking tools and controlling heat and chemical exposure    (c) Hair-care safety protects clients, workers and the workplace from injury or infection    (d) Hair care involves cleaning and maintaining the hair and scalp
5. Which explanation most accurately describes Hair and scalp types? (a) Hair care involves cleaning and maintaining the hair and scalp    (b) Basic hair treatment includes washing, conditioning and gentle handling    (c) Shampoo mainly cleans hair whereas conditioner improves softness and manageability    (d) Hair textures and scalp conditions vary and affect suitable treatments
6. In the context of Basic hair treatments, which statement is correct? (a) Hair textures and scalp conditions vary and affect suitable treatments    (b) Shampoo mainly cleans hair whereas conditioner improves softness and manageability    (c) Basic hair treatment includes washing, conditioning and gentle handling    (d) Hair care involves cleaning and maintaining the hair and scalp
7. The concept of Shampoo and conditioner is best explained as ________. (a) Shampoo formulations commonly use cleansers and water with appropriate additives    (b) Shampoo mainly cleans hair whereas conditioner improves softness and manageability    (c) Basic hair treatment includes washing, conditioning and gentle handling    (d) Hair textures and scalp conditions vary and affect suitable treatments
8. An accurate description of Shampoo ingredients and uses is ________. (a) Shampoo formulations commonly use cleansers and water with appropriate additives    (b) Shampoo mainly cleans hair whereas conditioner improves softness and manageability    (c) Conditioner is formulated to soften or detangle hair after cleansing    (d) Basic hair treatment includes washing, conditioning and gentle handling
9. Which explanation most accurately describes Making conditioner? (a) Conditioner is formulated to soften or detangle hair after cleansing    (b) Shampoo formulations commonly use cleansers and water with appropriate additives    (c) Basic hairstyling involves preparing and arranging hair into chosen designs    (d) Shampoo mainly cleans hair whereas conditioner improves softness and manageability
10. In the context of Basic hairstyles, which statement is correct? (a) Conditioner is formulated to soften or detangle hair after cleansing    (b) Shampoo formulations commonly use cleansers and water with appropriate additives    (c) Shampoo mainly cleans hair whereas conditioner improves softness and manageability    (d) Basic hairstyling involves preparing and arranging hair into chosen designs
11. A practical example relating to Ethical hair styling is ________. (a) Disinfecting shared combs between clients    (b) Testing the heat setting before using a hair dryer    (c) Explaining a service and its cost clearly to a customer    (d) Washing hair with a suitable shampoo to remove dirt
12. During a practical lesson on Hair-care safety, which observation is most relevant? (a) Explaining a service and its cost clearly to a customer    (b) Disinfecting shared combs between clients    (c) Testing the heat setting before using a hair dryer    (d) Washing hair with a suitable shampoo to remove dirt
13. Which of the following demonstrates Hairstyling safety rules correctly? (a) Disinfecting shared combs between clients    (b) Testing the heat setting before using a hair dryer    (c) Washing hair with a suitable shampoo to remove dirt    (d) Explaining a service and its cost clearly to a customer
14. Which situation best illustrates Hair care? (a) Washing hair with a suitable shampoo to remove dirt    (b) Recognising a dry scalp that needs gentle care    (c) Testing the heat setting before using a hair dryer    (d) Disinfecting shared combs between clients
15. A practical example relating to Hair and scalp types is ________. (a) Washing hair with a suitable shampoo to remove dirt    (b) Applying conditioner according to instructions after shampooing    (c) Using shampoo to remove accumulated oil and dirt    (d) Recognising a dry scalp that needs gentle care
16. During a practical lesson on Basic hair treatments, which observation is most relevant? (a) Recognising a dry scalp that needs gentle care    (b) Using shampoo to remove accumulated oil and dirt    (c) Applying conditioner according to instructions after shampooing    (d) Washing hair with a suitable shampoo to remove dirt
17. Which of the following demonstrates Shampoo and conditioner correctly? (a) Mixing measured ingredients when preparing a simple shampoo    (b) Applying conditioner according to instructions after shampooing    (c) Using shampoo to remove accumulated oil and dirt    (d) Recognising a dry scalp that needs gentle care
18. Which situation best illustrates Shampoo ingredients and uses? (a) Using shampoo to remove accumulated oil and dirt    (b) Mixing measured ingredients when preparing a simple shampoo    (c) Preparing a small measured conditioner batch using a suitable formula    (d) Applying conditioner according to instructions after shampooing
19. A practical example relating to Making conditioner is ________. (a) Preparing a small measured conditioner batch using a suitable formula    (b) Mixing measured ingredients when preparing a simple shampoo    (c) Sectioning and combing hair before a simple braid    (d) Using shampoo to remove accumulated oil and dirt
20. During a practical lesson on Basic hairstyles, which observation is most relevant? (a) Preparing a small measured conditioner batch using a suitable formula    (b) Mixing measured ingredients when preparing a simple shampoo    (c) Using shampoo to remove accumulated oil and dirt    (d) Sectioning and combing hair before a simple braid
21. A pupil working on Ethical hair styling should first consider ________. (a) Identify hair and scalp condition before choosing treatment    (b) Choose care methods suited to hair and scalp conditions    (c) Use clean tools and rinse products as directed    (d) Respect client privacy and obtain agreement before a treatment
22. The recommended procedure relating to Hair-care safety is ________. (a) Use clean tools and rinse products as directed    (b) Identify hair and scalp condition before choosing treatment    (c) Inspect tools and maintain a clean working area    (d) Choose products according to hair needs
23. Which action is most appropriate when applying Hairstyling safety rules? (a) Choose products according to hair needs    (b) Follow product instructions and monitor the client’s comfort    (c) Use clean tools and rinse products as directed    (d) Follow a safe recipe and label the finished mixture
24. When carrying out Hair care, the correct approach is to ________. (a) Choose care methods suited to hair and scalp conditions    (b) Follow a safe recipe and label the finished mixture    (c) Respect client privacy and obtain agreement before a treatment    (d) Choose products according to hair needs
25. A pupil working on Hair and scalp types should first consider ________. (a) Identify hair and scalp condition before choosing treatment    (b) Respect client privacy and obtain agreement before a treatment    (c) Use clean containers and mix ingredients correctly    (d) Inspect tools and maintain a clean working area
26. The recommended procedure relating to Basic hair treatments is ________. (a) Inspect tools and maintain a clean working area    (b) Plan the style and handle hair gently during styling    (c) Respect client privacy and obtain agreement before a treatment    (d) Use clean tools and rinse products as directed
27. Which action is most appropriate when applying Shampoo and conditioner? (a) Follow product instructions and monitor the client’s comfort    (b) Inspect tools and maintain a clean working area    (c) Choose products according to hair needs    (d) Choose care methods suited to hair and scalp conditions
28. When carrying out Shampoo ingredients and uses, the correct approach is to ________. (a) Choose care methods suited to hair and scalp conditions    (b) Follow a safe recipe and label the finished mixture    (c) Identify hair and scalp condition before choosing treatment    (d) Follow product instructions and monitor the client’s comfort
29. A pupil working on Making conditioner should first consider ________. (a) Identify hair and scalp condition before choosing treatment    (b) Use clean containers and mix ingredients correctly    (c) Choose care methods suited to hair and scalp conditions    (d) Use clean tools and rinse products as directed
30. The recommended procedure relating to Basic hairstyles is ________. (a) Plan the style and handle hair gently during styling    (b) Use clean tools and rinse products as directed    (c) Identify hair and scalp condition before choosing treatment    (d) Choose products according to hair needs
31. With respect to Ethical hair styling, which practice is inappropriate? (a) Treating every scalp irritation as the same condition    (b) Using unsuitable products without considering scalp sensitivity    (c) Pulling or rubbing fragile hair harshly during treatment    (d) Using a client’s private information without permission
32. Which practice is a likely mistake in Hair-care safety? (a) Pulling or rubbing fragile hair harshly during treatment    (b) Treating every scalp irritation as the same condition    (c) Sharing unclean hair tools between different clients    (d) Expecting conditioner alone to remove heavy dirt like a cleansing shampoo
33. A difficulty that should be avoided in Hairstyling safety rules is ________. (a) Expecting conditioner alone to remove heavy dirt like a cleansing shampoo    (b) Pulling or rubbing fragile hair harshly during treatment    (c) Applying an excessively hot tool directly to the scalp    (d) Adding arbitrary amounts of ingredients without checking suitability
34. Which action may lead to an unsatisfactory result in Hair care? (a) Adding arbitrary amounts of ingredients without checking suitability    (b) Using unsuitable products without considering scalp sensitivity    (c) Using a client’s private information without permission    (d) Expecting conditioner alone to remove heavy dirt like a cleansing shampoo
35. With respect to Hair and scalp types, which practice is inappropriate? (a) Treating every scalp irritation as the same condition    (b) Using a client’s private information without permission    (c) Using contaminated storage containers for conditioner    (d) Sharing unclean hair tools between different clients
36. Which practice is a likely mistake in Basic hair treatments? (a) Sharing unclean hair tools between different clients    (b) Braiding too tightly and causing pain or scalp tension    (c) Using a client’s private information without permission    (d) Pulling or rubbing fragile hair harshly during treatment
37. A difficulty that should be avoided in Shampoo and conditioner is ________. (a) Applying an excessively hot tool directly to the scalp    (b) Sharing unclean hair tools between different clients    (c) Using unsuitable products without considering scalp sensitivity    (d) Expecting conditioner alone to remove heavy dirt like a cleansing shampoo
38. Which action may lead to an unsatisfactory result in Shampoo ingredients and uses? (a) Using unsuitable products without considering scalp sensitivity    (b) Treating every scalp irritation as the same condition    (c) Adding arbitrary amounts of ingredients without checking suitability    (d) Applying an excessively hot tool directly to the scalp
39. With respect to Making conditioner, which practice is inappropriate? (a) Treating every scalp irritation as the same condition    (b) Using contaminated storage containers for conditioner    (c) Using unsuitable products without considering scalp sensitivity    (d) Pulling or rubbing fragile hair harshly during treatment
40. Which practice is a likely mistake in Basic hairstyles? (a) Braiding too tightly and causing pain or scalp tension    (b) Pulling or rubbing fragile hair harshly during treatment    (c) Treating every scalp irritation as the same condition    (d) Expecting conditioner alone to remove heavy dirt like a cleansing shampoo

SECTION B: THEORY (30 Marks)
Instruction: Answer any THREE questions. Each question carries 10 marks.

1. Answer the following questions.
(a) Explain Ethical hair styling. (2 marks)
(b) Describe an example or application of Hair-care safety and explain its importance. (4 marks)
(c) State one appropriate practice and one mistake to avoid concerning Hairstyling safety rules. Explain each. (4 marks)

2. Answer the following questions.
(a) Explain Hair care. (2 marks)
(b) Describe an example or application of Hair and scalp types and explain its importance. (4 marks)
(c) State one appropriate practice and one mistake to avoid concerning Basic hair treatments. Explain each. (4 marks)

3. Answer the following questions.
(a) Explain Shampoo and conditioner. (2 marks)
(b) Describe an example or application of Shampoo ingredients and uses and explain its importance. (4 marks)
(c) State one appropriate practice and one mistake to avoid concerning Making conditioner. Explain each. (4 marks)

4. Answer the following questions.
(a) Explain Hair-care safety. (2 marks)
(b) Describe an example or application of Making conditioner and explain its importance. (4 marks)
(c) State one appropriate practice and one mistake to avoid concerning Basic hairstyles. Explain each. (4 marks)

Objective Marking Scheme
Question 1 – ✅ (c) Ethical hair styling requires honesty, respectful treatment and good professional conduct
Question 2 – ✅ (b) Hair-care safety protects clients, workers and the workplace from injury or infection
Question 3 – ✅ (a) Safe hairstyling includes checking tools and controlling heat and chemical exposure
Question 4 – ✅ (d) Hair care involves cleaning and maintaining the hair and scalp
Question 5 – ✅ (d) Hair textures and scalp conditions vary and affect suitable treatments
Question 6 – ✅ (c) Basic hair treatment includes washing, conditioning and gentle handling
Question 7 – ✅ (b) Shampoo mainly cleans hair whereas conditioner improves softness and manageability
Question 8 – ✅ (a) Shampoo formulations commonly use cleansers and water with appropriate additives
Question 9 – ✅ (a) Conditioner is formulated to soften or detangle hair after cleansing
Question 10 – ✅ (d) Basic hairstyling involves preparing and arranging hair into chosen designs
Question 11 – ✅ (c) Explaining a service and its cost clearly to a customer
Question 12 – ✅ (b) Disinfecting shared combs between clients
Question 13 – ✅ (b) Testing the heat setting before using a hair dryer
Question 14 – ✅ (a) Washing hair with a suitable shampoo to remove dirt
Question 15 – ✅ (d) Recognising a dry scalp that needs gentle care
Question 16 – ✅ (c) Applying conditioner according to instructions after shampooing
Question 17 – ✅ (c) Using shampoo to remove accumulated oil and dirt
Question 18 – ✅ (b) Mixing measured ingredients when preparing a simple shampoo
Question 19 – ✅ (a) Preparing a small measured conditioner batch using a suitable formula
Question 20 – ✅ (d) Sectioning and combing hair before a simple braid
Question 21 – ✅ (d) Respect client privacy and obtain agreement before a treatment
Question 22 – ✅ (c) Inspect tools and maintain a clean working area
Question 23 – ✅ (b) Follow product instructions and monitor the client’s comfort
Question 24 – ✅ (a) Choose care methods suited to hair and scalp conditions
Question 25 – ✅ (a) Identify hair and scalp condition before choosing treatment
Question 26 – ✅ (d) Use clean tools and rinse products as directed
Question 27 – ✅ (c) Choose products according to hair needs
Question 28 – ✅ (b) Follow a safe recipe and label the finished mixture
Question 29 – ✅ (b) Use clean containers and mix ingredients correctly
Question 30 – ✅ (a) Plan the style and handle hair gently during styling
Question 31 – ✅ (d) Using a client’s private information without permission
Question 32 – ✅ (c) Sharing unclean hair tools between different clients
Question 33 – ✅ (c) Applying an excessively hot tool directly to the scalp
Question 34 – ✅ (b) Using unsuitable products without considering scalp sensitivity
Question 35 – ✅ (a) Treating every scalp irritation as the same condition
Question 36 – ✅ (d) Pulling or rubbing fragile hair harshly during treatment
Question 37 – ✅ (d) Expecting conditioner alone to remove heavy dirt like a cleansing shampoo
Question 38 – ✅ (c) Adding arbitrary amounts of ingredients without checking suitability
Question 39 – ✅ (b) Using contaminated storage containers for conditioner
Question 40 – ✅ (a) Braiding too tightly and causing pain or scalp tension

Theory Marking Scheme

Question 1:
(a) Ethical hair styling requires honesty, respectful treatment and good professional conduct (2 marks)
(b) Disinfecting shared combs between clients; accept a relevant explanation consistent with the taught activity. (4 marks)
(c) Appropriate practice: Follow product instructions and monitor the client’s comfort. Mistake to avoid: Applying an excessively hot tool directly to the scalp. Award 2 marks for each explained point. (4 marks)

Question 2:
(a) Hair care involves cleaning and maintaining the hair and scalp (2 marks)
(b) Recognising a dry scalp that needs gentle care; accept a relevant explanation consistent with the taught activity. (4 marks)
(c) Appropriate practice: Use clean tools and rinse products as directed. Mistake to avoid: Pulling or rubbing fragile hair harshly during treatment. Award 2 marks for each explained point. (4 marks)

Question 3:
(a) Shampoo mainly cleans hair whereas conditioner improves softness and manageability (2 marks)
(b) Mixing measured ingredients when preparing a simple shampoo; accept a relevant explanation consistent with the taught activity. (4 marks)
(c) Appropriate practice: Use clean containers and mix ingredients correctly. Mistake to avoid: Using contaminated storage containers for conditioner. Award 2 marks for each explained point. (4 marks)

Question 4:
(a) Hair-care safety protects clients, workers and the workplace from injury or infection (2 marks)
(b) Preparing a small measured conditioner batch using a suitable formula; accept a relevant explanation consistent with the taught activity. (4 marks)
(c) Appropriate practice: Plan the style and handle hair gently during styling. Mistake to avoid: Braiding too tightly and causing pain or scalp tension. Award 2 marks for each explained point. (4 marks)