Poster Layout initial assessmnent for BTEC IT

Which of the following is the primary purpose of a poster?

• To take up wall space

• To provide detailed text information

• To visually communicate a message

• To serve as a background image

Which element is essential for creating an effective poster layout that draws the viewers eye?

• Cluttered text

• Random images

• Clear focal point

• Irrelevant graphics

What should be the first consideration when designing a poster?

• The colour of the text

• The size of the poster

• The target audience

• The cost of printing

Why is the use of white space important in a poster layout?

• It makes the poster look empty

• It allows for more text to be added

• It helps to highlight key elements

• It adds more colours to the design

Which layout principle involves the arrangement of elements to guide the viewer’s eye?

• Balance

• Contrast

• Hierarchy

• Emphasis

Which of the following is NOT a type of balance in poster layout?

• Symmetrical

• Asymmetrical

• Radial

• Vertical

What role does colour contrast play in poster design?

• It makes the text hard to read

• It distracts the viewer

• It helps important elements stand out

• It makes the design less appealing

When choosing fonts for a poster, which factor is most important?

• The font’s popularity

• The font’s readability

• The font’s age

• The font’s uniqueness

What should the main headline of a poster do?

• Blend in with other text

• Be smaller than the rest of the text

• Attract immediate attention

• Be placed at the bottom

How can the use of alignment improve a poster’s layout?

• By creating a chaotic design

• By ensuring elements are evenly spaced

• By hiding important information

• By adding random elements