What tool has two blades that scissor together when the handles are closed?

The correct answer is snips and shears, which are specifically designed with two blades that work in a scissor-like manner when the handles are closed. These tools are versatile and can be used for cutting various materials such as fabric, paper, or thin metal. They often come in different forms designed for specific tasks, such as fabric snips or garden shears.

Scissors, while they also have two blades that come together in a scissor action, are a narrower category typically used for lighter tasks like cutting paper. Utility knives, on the other hand, feature a retractable blade and are intended for making precise cuts rather than the scissor movement of blades. Pruning shears are designed for cutting branches and are generally sturdier, featuring shorter handles and thicker blades, which do not make them suitable for lighter material cutting like snips and shears.