Deck 39: Freehand Inclined Lettering

Question 1

Lettering at an angle from ____ degrees is practical, as it is easy to read and produce.

A) 30 to 45
B) 60 to 75
C) 60 to 80
D) 70 to 90

Answer 1

B

Question 2

____ assist the beginner in keeping all the letters shaped correctly and spaced properly.

A) Angle dimension lines
B) Angle reference marks
C) Angle construction lines
D) Angle guide lines

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Discuss recommendations for forming slant letters and numerals.

Answer 3

The angle of slant of the letters and numerals may vary, depending on individual preference. Lettering at an angle from 60 to 75 degrees is practical, as it is easy to read and produce. Light horizontal guide lines to assure the uniform height of letters are recommended for the beginner. Angle guide lines assist the beginner in keeping all the letters shaped correctly and spaced properly. The direction of the strokes for each letter and numeral and the spacing between letters, words, and lines are the same as for straight letters.

Question 4

In the accompanying figure, the item identified as number 2 represents letters formed with ____.

A) curved and slanted lines
B) curved lines
C) slant and horizontal lines
D) slant lines

Question 5

In the accompanying figure, the item identified as number 1 represents letters formed with ____.

A) curved and slanted lines
B) curved lines
C) slant and horizontal lines
D) slant lines

Question 6

Explain the difference between inclined or slant letters and vertical or straight letters.

Question 7

In the accompanying figure, the item identified as number 3 represents letters formed with ____.

A) curved and slanted lines
B) curved lines
C) slant and horizontal lines
D) slant lines

Question 8

Explain how to draw inclined letters and numbers.

Question 9

What should beginners use to assure the uniform height of letters?