Friday, December 2, 2011

Review Week 16

How many points are in an inch? How many points are in a pica?
There are 72 points in an inch.  There are 12 points in a pica.
Of the seven classifications, which classification(s) would best work as body type? Why?
Slab serif, san serif, old style, and modern because the designs are kept simple.
Identify the lowercase characters that have ascenders?
t, i, d, f, h, j, k, l, and b
Identify the lowercase characters that have descenders?
q, y, and p
Classify the following typefaces and briefly explain why you believe it should be classified that way:

02.pngSlab serif because it has thick block-like serifs.01.pngCasual script because it looks like its been written with a brush.
05.pngDecorative because it has a distinctive design style.
04.pngSan serif because it doesn't have serifs.07.pngBlackletter because it is highly ornamental.06.pngOld style because it has wedge shaped angled serifs03.pngModern because it has thin flat serifs.

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