Understanding Captions

What is a caption?

• A type of long article

• A list of image credits

• A short text that describes or explains an image

• A title of a book

• A photo filter

Where can captions commonly be found?

• In novels

• In photo albums only

• On calendars

• In newspapers, magazines, and social media

• On greeting cards only

Why are captions important?

• They make pictures colorful

• They add price tags to images

• They provide context, emotion, or humor

• They replace images

• They summarize the article

Which of the following is NOT a function of captions?

• Providing image context

• Identifying people or objects

• Giving a direct quote

• Creating video animations

• Engaging viewers emotionally

What type of caption includes a direct statement?

• Identification

• Description

• Cutline

• Quote

• Hashtag

Which type of caption names who or what is in the photo?

• Cutline

• Quote

• Identification

• Commentary

• Description

A cutline caption usually...

• Tells a story unrelated to the image

• Describes what is happening in the photo

• Provides the image source

• Offers criticism of the photo

• Gives hashtags only

Which of the following is a tip for writing a good caption?

• Make it as long as possible

• Use complex vocabulary

• Avoid interaction

• Keep it short and clear

• Write in another language

Why is it helpful to use emojis in captions?

• To confuse readers

• To increase the word count

• To add expression

• To replace text

• To correct grammar

Relevant hashtags in captions can help to...

• Hide the message

• Make it unreadable

• Attract attention and increase reach

• Reduce likes

• Confuse the viewer