Typography Basics Quiz

What is the main difference between serif and sans serif fonts?

• Serif fonts have little strokes called serifs, while sans serif fonts don't have that extra stroke

• Serif fonts are more modern than sans serif fonts

• Serif fonts are easier to read on computer screens, while sans serif fonts are better for print publications

• Serif fonts are best for small amounts of text, while sans serif fonts are better for longer passages

What are display fonts best for?

• Graphic-heavy designs

• Small amounts of text like titles and headers

• Long passages of text

• Print publications like magazines and newspapers

What is the purpose of establishing hierarchy in typography?

• To make all the elements stand out equally

• To create a certain artistic effect

• To guide the reader's eye to whatever is most important

• To make the text as uncomfortable to read as possible

What is leading in typography?

• The space between specific characters

• The style or appearance of text

• The overall space between characters

• The space between lines of text

What is tracking in typography?

• The space between lines of text

• The overall space between characters

• The style or appearance of text

• The space between specific characters

What is kerning in typography?

• The space between lines of text

• The space between specific characters

• The style or appearance of text

• The overall space between characters

What is the best practice when deciding which fonts to use?

• Limit yourself to one or two fonts per project

• Use only display fonts for all projects

• Use as many fonts as possible to create contrast

• Combine as many different font styles as possible

What is the reputation of fonts like Comic Sans, Curlz, and Papyrus?

• They are the most professional and widely used fonts

• They have a certain reputation for being outdated and overused

• They are best for longer passages of text

• They are considered modern and trendy