Text and Visual Dimensions of Information and Media Part 1 Quiz

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Which category of text includes books, magazines, and newspapers?

  • Informal text based
  • Handwritten text
  • Formal text based (correct)
  • Printed text

What is the main characteristic of a serif typeface?

  • Clean and minimalist look
  • Formality and readability (correct)
  • Solid or heavy look of the text
  • Brush-like strokes

Which is an example of a slab serif typeface?

  • Arial
  • Century Gothic
  • Verdana
  • Rockwell (correct)

What does emphasis in text design refer to?

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Which type of text presentation refers to displaying text on a screen?

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What is the digital format for font types mentioned in the text?

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What is the purpose of visual communication?

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Which visual design element describes the degree of light and dark in a design?

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What does the principle of balance in visual design refer to?

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What is the difference between hearing and listening?

<p>Hearing involves perceiving sound by ear, while listening requires concentration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sound effects in audio media?

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Which type of sound is raw and from the video itself in audio media?

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What is the type of narration that involves more than 1 voice actor in audio media?

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What does the M4A file format stand for?

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What does FLAC stand for in audio file format?

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What is the purpose of visual contrast in visual design?

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Flashcards

Formal Text Category

Books, magazines, and newspapers fall into this category.

Serif Typeface

Characterized by small decorative strokes (serifs) at the end of letter strokes, conveying formality and improving readability.

Slab Serif Example

A bold, blocky serif typeface, like the kind used on old typewriters.

Emphasis in Text

The stress or importance given to a particular part of a text, making it stand out.

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Displayed on Screen

Text that is designed to be viewed on a screen rather than printed.

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.TTF Font Format

A common digital format for storing fonts, compatible with many systems.

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Purpose of Visual Communication

To attract attention, convey meaning effectively, and ensure information is easily remembered.

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Value (Visual Design)

The range of lightness and darkness in a design, creating contrast and depth.

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Balance in Visual Design

A sense of visual equilibrium, where elements are arranged to create a feeling of stability.

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Hearing vs. Listening

Hearing is the physical act of perceiving sound, while listening involves actively concentrating and understanding the sound.

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Purpose of Sound Effects

Enhance the narrative, provide setting cues, and compensate for the lack of visuals.

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Hard Sound

Original sound recorded during video shooting, not altered or enhanced.

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Multicast/Full Cast Reading

A narration style using multiple voice actors to create a full and engaging audio experience.

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M4A File Format

A digital audio format, stands for .MPEG-4 Audio.

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FLAC Audio Format

Stands for Free Lossless Audio Codec; an audio file format that compresses audio without losing any data.

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Visual Contrast

Occurs when two or more elements in a design are strikingly different, creating visual interest and hierarchy.

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Study Notes

Text Classification

  • Books, magazines, and newspapers are categorized as printed media

Typography

  • The main characteristic of a serif typeface is the small lines or flourishes at the ends of the strokes that make up the letters
  • Clarendon is an example of a slab serif typeface

Text Design

  • Emphasis in text design refers to the use of typography, color, and other visual elements to draw attention to specific parts of the text
  • On-screen presentation refers to displaying text on a screen

Digital Font Formats

  • The digital format for font types mentioned in the text is OpenType (OTF)

Visual Communication

  • The purpose of visual communication is to convey information and express ideas through visual elements

Visual Design Elements

  • Value refers to the degree of light and dark in a design

Design Principles

  • The principle of balance in visual design refers to the arrangement of visual elements to create a sense of stability and harmony

Audio and Sound

  • The difference between hearing and listening is that hearing is the physical act of perceiving sound, while listening is the intentional act of paying attention to sound
  • The purpose of sound effects in audio media is to create a more immersive and engaging experience
  • Diegetic sound is raw and comes from the video itself in audio media
  • Dialogue narration that involves more than one voice actor is referred to as multi-voice narration

Audio File Formats

  • M4A stands for MPEG-4 Audio
  • FLAC stands for Free Lossless Audio Codec

Visual Design Principles

  • The purpose of visual contrast in visual design is to create visual interest and draw attention to specific elements

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