Texas Barber Exam: History Practice Questions

History is 1 of 13 topics on the Texas Class A Barber written exam — it's the smallest topic in FadeJunkie's Milady-sourced bank, with 4 of the 300 questions. All 4 are below, with real answers.

History questions barbers get tested on

In many primitive cultures, what kind of position did tribal barbers hold?
Shamans — belief systems in many early cultures linked hair-cutting to spiritual or healing power.

What Latin word, meaning "beard," is the origin of the word "barber"?
"Barba."

What does NABBA stand for?
The National Association of Barber Boards of America.

What barbering fashion trend for young men returned in 2010?
Beards and beard designs.

Practice all 4 History questions — and the rest of the 300-question bank

History only has 4 questions in FadeJunkie's bank, but it's 1 of 13 tested topics. Try the History practice quiz or flip through the History flashcards for free. A one-time $15 lifetime pass unlocks full multi-topic study and the complete 300-question bank across all 13 tested topics.

More exam topics

History is one of 13 topics tested on the Texas barber written exam. See the Texas Barber State Board Exam Guide for the full exam process, or browse every topic from the Education Hub. Related: Anatomy, Hair Science, and Sanitation practice questions.

Source

Questions and answers are drawn from the Milady Standard Barbering curriculum, the same textbook Texas barber schools use to prepare students for the TDLR/PSI state board exam.