History of Typography and Typefaces

Who is widely recognized as the creator of typography, and what was the name of the first typeface he developed?

• Johannes Gutenberg, Blackletter

• Nicolas Jenson, Roman Type

• William Caslon, Old Style

• Aldus Manutius, Italics

What were the defining characteristics of Nicolas Jenson's Roman type, which made it more legible than Blackletter?

• Thick vertical lines and thin horizontal connectors.

• Slanted and stylized letterforms.

• Straight lines and regular curves.

• Very thin serifs and extreme contrast.

What was the initial practical reason for Aldus Manutius to create italics in the late 15th century?

• To add emphasis to text.

• To fit more letters onto a page and save money.

• To introduce a new artistic style.

• To make text appear more formal.

What are the key features that define a "Modern" serif typeface, as exemplified by Didot and Bodoni?

• Thick serifs and low contrast between thick and thin strokes.

• Thinner serifs and a higher contrast between thick and thin strokes.

• Very thin serifs and extreme contrast between thick and thin strokes.

• No serifs at all.

Who is credited with creating the first Sans Serif typeface by removing serifs from existing typefaces?

• Johannes Gutenberg

• Nicolas Jenson

• William Caslon IV

• Paul Renner