The CSS box model

In this lesson, we will learn how to apply the CSS Box Model to achieve the exact appearance we would like to on a webpage.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.What is the purpose of the <div> element?

1/3

Q2.Which is the correct syntax for making a DIV which applies the class main?

2/3

Q3.What is the correct syntax in CSS for making the background colour of a DIV black?

3/3

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Quiz:

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.What is the purpose of the <div> element?

1/3

Q2.Which is the correct syntax for making a DIV which applies the class main?

2/3

Q3.What is the correct syntax in CSS for making the background colour of a DIV black?

3/3

Video

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Worksheet

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The CSS Box Model –

Don’t worry if you get a question wrong! Forgetting is an important step in learning. We will recap next lesson.

Q1.What is the correct syntax in CSS for making the background colour of a DIV black?

1/3

Q2.Which property of the CSS Box Model is used to add space around the padding and content?

2/3

Q3.Which two layers of the CSS Box Model can only be transparent?

Select two (2) boxes

3/3

This quiz includes images that don't have any alt text - please contact your teacher who should be able to help you with an audio description.

Unit quizzes are being retired in August 2023

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Quiz:

The CSS Box Model –

Don’t worry if you get a question wrong! Forgetting is an important step in learning. We will recap next lesson.

Q1.What is the correct syntax in CSS for making the background colour of a DIV black?

1/3

Q2.Which property of the CSS Box Model is used to add space around the padding and content?

2/3

Q3.Which two layers of the CSS Box Model can only be transparent?

Select two (2) boxes

3/3

Lesson summary: The CSS box model

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