0

Typography Principles: Creating Visually Appealing Text

Description: Typography Principles: Creating Visually Appealing Text
Number of Questions: 15
Created by:
Tags: typography visual appeal text design
Attempted 0/15 Correct 0 Score 0

What is the primary purpose of typography?

  1. To convey information

  2. To create visual appeal

  3. To establish a brand identity

  4. To enhance readability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary purpose of typography is to convey information effectively and efficiently.

Which of the following is NOT a key element of typography?

  1. Font

  2. Size

  3. Color

  4. Leading


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Color is not a key element of typography, as it does not directly affect the readability or visual appeal of text.

What is the term for the space between lines of text?

  1. Leading

  2. Tracking

  3. Kerning

  4. Baseline


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Leading is the term for the space between lines of text.

Which of the following is NOT a type of font classification?

  1. Serif

  2. Sans serif

  3. Script

  4. Display


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Display is not a type of font classification, as it refers to fonts designed for large-scale use, such as headlines and posters.

What is the term for the space between letters in a word?

  1. Leading

  2. Tracking

  3. Kerning

  4. Baseline


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kerning is the term for the space between letters in a word.

Which of the following is NOT a common font pairing strategy?

  1. Serif with sans serif

  2. Script with display

  3. Serif with serif

  4. Sans serif with sans serif


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Serif with serif is not a common font pairing strategy, as it can result in a monotonous and visually unappealing design.

What is the term for the line that runs along the bottom of a letter?

  1. Baseline

  2. Mean line

  3. Cap height

  4. Ascender


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Baseline is the term for the line that runs along the bottom of a letter.

Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when choosing a font?

  1. Readability

  2. Visual appeal

  3. Brand identity

  4. Cost


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cost is not a factor to consider when choosing a font, as there are many free and open-source fonts available.

What is the term for the height of a capital letter?

  1. Cap height

  2. X-height

  3. Ascender

  4. Descender


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cap height is the term for the height of a capital letter.

Which of the following is NOT a common typographic error?

  1. Widows and orphans

  2. Inconsistent font usage

  3. Poor kerning

  4. Proper punctuation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Proper punctuation is not a common typographic error, as it is essential for clear and effective communication.

What is the term for the line that runs along the top of a letter?

  1. Baseline

  2. Mean line

  3. Cap height

  4. Ascender


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ascender is the term for the line that runs along the top of a letter.

Which of the following is NOT a common font pairing strategy?

  1. Serif with sans serif

  2. Script with display

  3. Serif with serif

  4. Sans serif with sans serif


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Serif with serif is not a common font pairing strategy, as it can result in a monotonous and visually unappealing design.

What is the term for the space between words?

  1. Leading

  2. Tracking

  3. Kerning

  4. Baseline


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tracking is the term for the space between words.

Which of the following is NOT a key element of visual hierarchy in typography?

  1. Contrast

  2. Repetition

  3. Alignment

  4. Proximity


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Repetition is not a key element of visual hierarchy in typography, as it can lead to a monotonous and visually unappealing design.

What is the term for the line that runs through the center of a lowercase letter?

  1. Baseline

  2. Mean line

  3. Cap height

  4. X-height


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

X-height is the term for the line that runs through the center of a lowercase letter.

- Hide questions