Introduction to HTML

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What does HTML stand for?

Hyper Text Markup Language (correct)

Hyperlinked Text Markup Language

Hyper Transfer Markup Language

Hyper Text Multiple Language

Which part of a web page contains the content that is displayed to the user?

Body (correct)

Head

HTML Tag

Title

What is the file extension for an HTML file?

.htm (correct)

.html (correct)

.xml

.txt

Which tag is used to define the title of an HTML page?

<title> Signup and view all the answers

What type of HTML tag requires both an opening and closing tag?

Pair/Container type Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following elements can be used to style an HTML page?

What is the purpose of comments in HTML?

To insert explanations or notes in the code Signup and view all the answers

Which HTML tag is used to insert a client-side script like JavaScript?

What attribute defines the type of symbol used in an unordered list?

type Signup and view all the answers

Which tag is used to define the start of an ordered list?

<ol> Signup and view all the answers

When defining a description list, which tag is used for the title of each item?

<dt> Signup and view all the answers

What attribute of the anchor tag specifies where to display linked content?

target Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following attributes is required for the tag?

src Signup and view all the answers

How is a relationship created between an image and an image map?

adding a usemap attribute Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a table in HTML?

to organize complex data Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tags does NOT require a closing tag?

<img> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `` tag in HTML?

To define a paragraph Signup and view all the answers

Which HTML elements are used to create line breaks in a webpage?

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What is a characteristic of block-level elements in HTML?

They always start on a new line Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a formatting type in HTML?

Italicized heading Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of attributes in HTML elements?

To specify additional information about elements Signup and view all the answers

How is a `<div>` tag commonly used in HTML?

To organize sections of a webpage Signup and view all the answers

Which tag begins an unordered list in HTML?

<ul> Signup and view all the answers

What does the `<pre>` tag do in HTML?

Displays text in a fixed-width font Signup and view all the answers

What attribute is used to adjust a table cell to span multiple columns?

colspan Signup and view all the answers

Which CSS property can be used to avoid double borders in a table?

border-collapse Signup and view all the answers

What does the alpha parameter in an RGBA color value represent?

The opacity of the color Signup and view all the answers

In HTML, which tag is specifically used to create a table row?

<tr> Signup and view all the answers

Which attribute defines the space between cell edges and cell content in an HTML table?

cell-padding Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a method to specify colors in HTML?

HSL value Signup and view all the answers

To create a data cell in an HTML table, which tag should be used?

<td> Signup and view all the answers

Which property should be used to add a border to table cells in CSS?

border Signup and view all the answers

Which attribute of the source tag defines the type of content for audio or video?

type Signup and view all the answers

What does the autoplay attribute do when used in video elements?

Automatically begins playback when the page loads Signup and view all the answers

What must each input field in a form contain to ensure its value is submitted?

name attribute Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following methods sends data to the server in a single transaction by attaching it to the URL?

get Signup and view all the answers

What function does the element served in a form?

To define a clickable area associated with form inputs Signup and view all the answers

Which attribute defines the location of the server-side script for processing form data after submission?

action Signup and view all the answers

What is the default state of the
tag when it's used in HTML?

Closed Signup and view all the answers

What does the tag allow a browser to do with multimedia content?

Provide multiple sources for audio and video Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

What is HTML?

HTML stands for Hyper Text Markup Language, the standard language for creating web pages.
HTML structures web content using components known as HTML tags.
HTML files use the .htm or .html file extension and are not case sensitive (tags can be in upper or lower case).

Basic Structure of an HTML Web Page

Divided into two main sections:
- Head: Contains metadata like the page title and CSS styling; not displayed on the webpage.
- Body: Contains all content visible on the webpage.

HTML Tags and Elements

HTML elements encompass everything from the opening tag to the closing tag.
Two types of tags:
- Pair/Container type: Consists of an opening and a closing tag (e.g., Content).
- Standalone/Empty type: Contains only an opening tag (e.g.,  ).

Comments in HTML

Comments can be inserted for clarification or notes within the HTML code, using the syntax: .

Common HTML Tags

Title: Defined using the <title> element, specifies the title of the webpage.
Style: Defined using the <style> element to apply CSS style rules.
Paragraph: Created with the  tag.
Headings: HTML has six levels, from <h1> (largest) to <h6> (smallest).
Line Breaks: Can be added with  , while horizontal rules can be created using <hr>.

HTML Attributes

Attributes give additional information about HTML elements, always included in the start tag, typically in name/value pairs (e.g., name="value").

Organizing and Formatting Text

Block-Level Elements: Start on a new line, occupy full width.
Inline Elements: Do not start on a new line, occupy only necessary width.
Formatting tags include options for headers, bold, italic, underline, subscript, superscript, and more.

DIV and SPAN Tags

DIV Tag: Used to create sections in a webpage and can be styled with CSS.
SPAN Tag: Used to apply styles or scripts to a specific segment of text within a block.

Lists in HTML

Unordered List: Created with <ul> and defined list items with <li>.
Ordered List: Similar to unordered but uses <ol> and automatically numbers items.
Description List: Uses <dl> for definitions, with titles in <dt> and descriptions in <dd>.

Hyperlinks

Hyperlinks facilitate navigation across web pages using the <a> tag.
Attributes include href (link reference) and target (behavior for link opening).

Images

The <img> tag embeds images, requiring src for image path and alt for alternate text.
Image maps can create interactive regions within images.

Tables

Tables facilitate data organization with the <table> tag, including rows with <tr>, header cells with <th>, and data cells with <td>.
Use CSS for borders, cell spacing, and padding settings.
Attributes colspan and rowspan allow cells to span multiple rows or columns.

Colors in HTML

Colors can be defined using named colors, RGB values (e.g., rgb(red, green, blue)), hexadecimal notation (e.g., #rrggbb), or RGBA for transparency.

Multimedia

Video and audio elements are defined with <video> and <audio> tags.
Attributes include height, width, src, and controls for interactivity.

Forms

Forms gather input from users using elements like text boxes, checkboxes, and radio buttons.
Attributes such as action (submission target) and method (GET or POST) dictate form behavior.
Labels created with <label> enhance accessibility for screen-reader users.

Interactive Elements

The <details> tag allows collapsible content to be displayed, enhancing user interaction on web pages.

Summary

HTML is a fundamental technology for web development, emphasizing structure, presentation, and user interaction through a range of tags and attributes. Understanding its components is essential for creating effective web pages.

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This quiz covers the basics of HTML, including its definition, structure of a web page, and commonly used tags. You'll learn about the difference between pair and standalone tags, as well as how to add comments in your code. Test your knowledge of HTML elements and their functionalities.