Chapter 1: History & Career Opportunities
Cosmetology Origins, Ancient Civilizations & Modern Career Paths | 37 Questions | Board Exam Prep
Vocabulary Matching
Match each numbered term with the correct lettered definition. Write the letter in the blank.
Fill in the Blank
Complete each statement with the correct term or phrase.
The word "cosmetology" is derived from the Greek word , meaning skilled in the use of cosmetics.
Ancient Egyptians used to darken their eyelids and lashes.
A is a licensed professional who supervises other cosmetologists and manages a salon.
A cosmetologist can work as a demonstrating techniques at trade shows.
Ancient Greeks used for skin care and hair, influencing modern cosmetic formulations.
Career opportunities for licensed cosmetologists include salon stylist, educator, product sales consultant, and salon .
The professional license that allows a cosmetologist to teach at a school is the cosmetology license.
is recognized for developing hair care products specifically for Black women in the early 1900s.
Multiple Choice
Select the best answer for each board-exam style question.
Who is known as the father of the modern barber-surgeon?
Which professional license allows a cosmetologist to teach at a cosmetology school?
Which ancient civilization used kohl as a cosmetic to darken the eyelids?
Which career path involves working on photo shoots and magazine sets?
Madam C.J. Walker is recognized for:
A platform artist primarily works at:
Marcel Grateau is credited with inventing:
Which of the following is NOT a career path available to a licensed cosmetologist?
True / False
Write T for True or F for False in the blank.
Ancient Egyptians used kohl to darken their eyelids and lashes.
A cosmetologist can work as a platform artist demonstrating techniques at trade shows.
Charles Nessler invented the marcel wave iron.
The word "cosmetology" comes from the Latin word meaning beauty.
A cosmetologist needs an instructor license to teach at a cosmetology school.
Ancient Greeks contributed to modern beauty practices through olive oil skin care and elaborate hairstyles.
A product educator works primarily at a salon cutting and styling hair.
Madam C.J. Walker was one of America's first self-made female millionaires through her hair care product line.
Short Answer
Answer each question in 2-3 complete sentences.
Describe two ways that ancient Greeks contributed to modern beauty practices.
List three career paths available to a licensed cosmetologist outside of working in a traditional salon.
Match each inventor to their contribution and explain why their innovation was important to cosmetology: Marcel Grateau, Charles Nessler, and Madam C.J. Walker.