Calligraphy and Handwriting

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What is the art of writing with a pen or brush in a decorative style called?

  1. Calligraphy

  2. Typography

  3. Handwriting

  4. Graffiti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Calligraphy is the art of writing with a pen or brush in a decorative style.

What is the term for the art of writing by hand?

  1. Calligraphy

  2. Typography

  3. Handwriting

  4. Graffiti


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Handwriting is the art of writing by hand.

What is the oldest known form of writing?

  1. Cuneiform

  2. Hieroglyphics

  3. Phoenician

  4. Greek


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cuneiform is the oldest known form of writing, dating back to around 3500 BC.

What is the term for a system of writing that uses symbols to represent words or ideas?

  1. Alphabet

  2. Ideogram

  3. Logogram

  4. Syllabary


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

An ideogram is a system of writing that uses symbols to represent words or ideas.

What is the term for a system of writing that uses letters to represent sounds?

  1. Alphabet

  2. Ideogram

  3. Logogram

  4. Syllabary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An alphabet is a system of writing that uses letters to represent sounds.

What is the term for a system of writing that uses syllables to represent words?

  1. Alphabet

  2. Ideogram

  3. Logogram

  4. Syllabary


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A syllabary is a system of writing that uses syllables to represent words.

What is the term for a system of writing that uses logograms to represent words or ideas?

  1. Alphabet

  2. Ideogram

  3. Logogram

  4. Syllabary


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A logogram is a system of writing that uses logograms to represent words or ideas.

What is the term for a decorative style of writing that is often used for headings or titles?

  1. Calligraphy

  2. Typography

  3. Handwriting

  4. Graffiti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Calligraphy is a decorative style of writing that is often used for headings or titles.

What is the term for the art of designing and arranging type?

  1. Calligraphy

  2. Typography

  3. Handwriting

  4. Graffiti


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Typography is the art of designing and arranging type.

What is the term for the art of writing on walls or other surfaces?

  1. Calligraphy

  2. Typography

  3. Handwriting

  4. Graffiti


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Graffiti is the art of writing on walls or other surfaces.

What is the term for a person who writes with a pen or brush in a decorative style?

  1. Calligrapher

  2. Typographer

  3. Writer

  4. Graffiti artist


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A calligrapher is a person who writes with a pen or brush in a decorative style.

What is the term for a person who designs and arranges type?

  1. Calligrapher

  2. Typographer

  3. Writer

  4. Graffiti artist


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A typographer is a person who designs and arranges type.

What is the term for a person who writes on walls or other surfaces?

  1. Calligrapher

  2. Typographer

  3. Writer

  4. Graffiti artist


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A graffiti artist is a person who writes on walls or other surfaces.

What is the term for a tool used for writing with ink?

  1. Pen

  2. Brush

  3. Pencil

  4. Marker


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A pen is a tool used for writing with ink.

What is the term for a tool used for writing with a dry material, such as graphite or lead?

  1. Pen

  2. Brush

  3. Pencil

  4. Marker


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A pencil is a tool used for writing with a dry material, such as graphite or lead.

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