Alternative Text Quiz

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Created By Katie Fielding

Alternative Text

It is essential to write quality alternative text for images so that students with screen readers can understand the image's context and function. The following examples of "alternative" text are meant to be a fun way to introduce you to the concept. At the end, you will find a link to a Wakelet with more resources on how to write good alternative text.

Alternative Text

Quick tips to writing alternative text:

1. Be concise....
2. and at the same time be descriptive.
3. Don't start with "Image of" or "Picture of"
4. Include any text on the image.

Question 1-10

A hand-drawn yellow smiley face is sticking out its tongue with X's for eyes. Title At Top: Nirvana

Question 2-10

A daydreaming star nymph emerging from a star on a celestial background Title: Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness

Question 3-10

A pool with red water reflecting into a sky that looks like the ocean.

Question 4-10

Half of an avocado with pit on a blue background.

Question 5-10

The band Weezer standing as a group with a lime green background Text: Weezer

Question 9-10

Close up portrait of Fiona Apple and her clear blue eyes.

Question 6-10

A white Hungarian puli jumping over a hurdle. Text: Beck! Odelay

Question 7-10

Two men passing in the on a narrow carless shopping street, a bit blurred. Text: (Whats the story) Morning Glory, Oasis

Question 8-10

Black and white photo of Bjork with her hands in prayer like form

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