R093 - 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 easier to read on computer screens, while sans serif fonts are better for print publications

• Serif fonts are more modern than sans serif fonts

• 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

• Print publications

• Computer screens

• Long passages of text

What is the purpose of establishing hierarchy in typography?

• To create a certain artistic effect

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

• To fix poorly spaced fonts

• To make the text as comfortable to read as possible

What is leading in typography?

• The space between specific characters

• The overall space between characters

• The space between lines of text

• The space between words

What is tracking in typography?

• The overall space between characters

• The space between lines of text

• The space between specific characters

• The space between words

What is kerning in typography?

• The space between words

• The space between lines of text

• The overall space between characters

• The space between specific characters

What is the best practice for choosing fonts in a project?

• Use only display fonts for all text

• Combine as many different font styles as possible

• Limit yourself to one or two fonts per project

• Use as many fonts as possible for contrast

What is the best way to create interesting font combinations?

• Use only serif fonts for all text

• Use as many different font styles as possible

• Use only one font style throughout the project

• Repeat one of your fonts in a different size, weight, or style

What is the purpose of combining different font styles in a project?

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

• To create a certain artistic effect

• To fix poorly spaced fonts

• To make the text as comfortable to read as possible

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

• They are commonly used in print publications

• They are considered modern and trendy

• They are best for small amounts of text

• They have a certain reputation for being outdated and overused