HISTORY OF GRAPHIC DESIGN

What was the purpose of the Sumerian written language?

• To record trader inventories
• To write poetry
• To communicate with their gods
• To create alphabets

Which of the following is NOT a theory about the purpose of cave paintings?

• To showcase artistic skill
• To communicate with each other
• To communicate with their gods
• To record historical events

What was the purpose of the Gutenberg Bible in the history of graphic design?

• To introduce the use of illustrations in books
• To create the first form of movable type printing
• To spread religious texts to a wider audience
• To showcase the capabilities of the printing press

What was the purpose of the first logos used in the printing industry?

• To advertise products
• To showcase printing skills
• To represent family houses or territories
• To communicate with their gods

Which of the following is NOT a form of visual communication mentioned in the reading?

• Sculpture
• Cave paintings
• Calligraphy
• Heraldry

What was the purpose of storefront signage in the 14th century?

• To advertise products
• To guide people to ale houses
• To showcase artistic skill
• To communicate with their gods

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Renaissance and Industrial Era in graphic design?

• Affordable printing
• Mass production of literature
• Introduction of logos
• Use of calligraphy

What was the purpose of European heraldry during the Crusades?

• To identify soldiers from different countries
• To communicate with their gods
• To showcase artistic skill
• To represent family houses or territories

What was the precursor to the newspaper in the early 1600s?

• Book
• Magazine
• Pamphlet
• Coranto

What was the purpose of the first print advertisements?

• To showcase printing skills
• To advertise products
• To represent family houses or territories
• To communicate with their gods