Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Test
Practice is testing our SEO knowledge daily but how about a quiz with some easy, some difficult, and some very difficult SEO questions? The reward for performing great at the quiz will not be the first place in Google but if you know a lot about SEO and can think creatively, the first place in Google is within your reach. Please, take your Black Hats before starting the quiz. Your Black Hat will spoil the fun of having organic results at the quiz! Even if you don't get the highest possible score, there is no reason for drama!Wish you luck Read moreand have fun!
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Is the following meta tags appropriate for a site that sells books?
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Yes, the following metatag contains all the keywords I need.
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No, it is rather short, I have more keywords to optimize for.
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I would rather swap “publish” and “novel” because “novel” is more important than “publish”.
- D.
Yes, this metatag is OK even though it could have had more keywords.
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Why bother with metatags at all?
Correct Answer
D. Yes, this metatag is OK even though it could have had more keywords.Explanation
The given correct answer suggests that the meta tags provided for a site that sells books are appropriate, although they could have included more keywords. This implies that the existing meta tags are sufficient for optimizing the site's visibility and relevance to search engines, but additional keywords could have further improved its performance.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which of the following practices are unethical (Black Hat SEO)? Check all that apply.
- A.
Having the same page twice – once in html, once in pdf.
- B.
Using hidden text that users don't see but spiders can read.
- C.
Creating a keyword-rich home page.
- D.
Buying links from link farms.
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Stuffing the metatags with keywords.
Correct Answer(s)
B. Using hidden text that users don't see but spiders can read.
D. Buying links from link farms.
E. Stuffing the metatags with keywords.Explanation
The practices mentioned in the answer are considered unethical in the context of Black Hat SEO. Using hidden text that users cannot see but search engine spiders can read is an attempt to manipulate search engine rankings. Buying links from link farms is also an unethical practice as it involves paying for low-quality or irrelevant links to artificially boost website rankings. Stuffing the meta tags with keywords is another unethical practice as it involves overloading the meta tags with excessive keywords in an attempt to manipulate search engine rankings.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What will the search string “link:www.affordableseomarketing.blogspot.com” show?
- A.
The list of backlinks from other sites on the Web to affordableseomarketing.blogspot.com.
- B.
The list of backlinks from other sites on the Web to affordableseomarketing.blogspot.com that is available in the index of the particular search engine.
- C.
The home page of affordableseomarketing.blogspot.com.
- D.
The anchor text of the backlinks that link to the The home page of affordableseomarketing.blogspot.com.site.
Correct Answer
B. The list of backlinks from other sites on the Web to affordableseomarketing.blogspot.com that is available in the index of the particular search engine.Explanation
The search string "link:www.affordableseomarketing.blogspot.com" will show the list of backlinks from other sites on the web to affordableseomarketing.blogspot.com that are available in the index of the particular search engine. This means that the search engine has recognized and indexed these backlinks, indicating that other websites are linking to affordableseomarketing.blogspot.com. The search results will display these backlinks, providing insights into the website's link profile and potential sources of referral traffic.Rate this question:
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- 4.
How important are metatags today?
- A.
Not important at all.
- B.
They have only minor importance, but it can be neglected.
- C.
Somehow important.
- D.
Very important, almost as much as keyword density.
- E.
They are the single most important SEO tool.
Correct Answer
C. Somehow important.Explanation
Metatags are still somewhat important today because they provide information to search engines about the content of a webpage. While they may not have as much significance as they once did, they can still impact search engine rankings and visibility. However, other factors such as quality content and backlinks are considered more important in modern SEO practices.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Why are metatags important? Check all that apply.
- A.
Because search engines still use them for estimating search relevancy.
- B.
Because if you leave metatags empty search engines will not index your site.
- C.
Because keyword-rich metatags lead to top positions in search engines.
- D.
Because it is a professional approach to Web design to have complete and accurate metatags.
- E.
Metatags are not important at all today.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Because search engines still use them for estimating search relevancy.
D. Because it is a professional approach to Web design to have complete and accurate metatags.Explanation
Metatags are important because search engines still use them for estimating search relevancy. They help search engines understand the content of a webpage and determine its relevance to a search query. Additionally, having complete and accurate metatags is considered a professional approach to web design, as it provides important information about the webpage to search engines and users.Rate this question:
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- 6.
A webmaster of a site, similar to yours, has offered you to sell you links from their site to yours. Will you accept the offer? Check all that apply.
- A.
Yes, if they are cheap, I will buy them in bulk.
- B.
No, thanks, I am not buying - I already have 100 inbound links from other sites and this is enough.
- C.
I will check if the site is a link a farm and if it is, I will not buy. If it isn't, we can start negotiating.
- D.
What?! To pay money to a competitor?!
- E.
No, thanks. Why pay for links, when I can get them as barter?
Correct Answer
C. I will check if the site is a link a farm and if it is, I will not buy. If it isn't, we can start negotiating.Explanation
The correct answer is to check if the site is a link farm and if it is, not to buy. This is because link farms are websites that exist solely for the purpose of creating links to other sites, without providing any valuable content or relevance. Buying links from link farms can be detrimental to a website's search engine rankings and reputation. Therefore, it is important to assess the quality and legitimacy of the site before considering any link purchase.Rate this question:
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- 7.
How long is the period of keeping sites sandboxed?
- A.
5 days.
- B.
4 weeks.
- C.
3 months.
- D.
1 year.
- E.
Not defined.
Correct Answer
E. Not defined.Explanation
The period of keeping sites sandboxed is not defined. This means that there is no specific timeframe mentioned for how long a site will remain in the sandbox before being released.Rate this question:
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- 8.
When was the Big Daddy Google update completed?
- A.
2006.
- B.
2005.
- C.
2004.
Correct Answer
A. 2006.Explanation
The Big Daddy Google update was completed in 2006.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What is “page swapping”? .
- A.
An ethical SEO practice, which allows sites to serve content, tailored to the need of users in particular regions.
- B.
A black hat SEO practice for getting ranked for one page and then replacing it out for another.
- C.
This is another name for a “site redirect”.
- D.
The process of replacing duplicate content.
Correct Answer
B. A black hat SEO practice for getting ranked for one page and then replacing it out for another. -
- 10.
If you own a site and have a weekly newsletter that features the same content as the site, how can you include Google AdSense in your newsletter when you mail it to your subscribers?
- A.
Using the same tags as for your site.
- B.
Modifying the tags to fit the newsletter template.
- C.
You can't include AdSense in your newsletter.
- D.
Using copy and paste from the site.
Correct Answer
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