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CSS CSS Basics (2014) Basic Selectors ID and Class Selectors

Kenneth Simpson
Kenneth Simpson
1,162 Points
Posted by Kenneth Simpson
Kenneth Simpson
1,162 Points

why is my code not passing the code checker?

on the second question on the code challenge the question wants me to set my class #main-header to a background color of orange.

My syntax is as follows;

#main-header {
    background-color: orange;
}

Why is that not working?

index.html 
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
  <head>
    <title>Lake Tahoe</title>
    <link rel="stylesheet" href="page.css">
    <link rel="stylesheet" href="style.css">
  </head>
  <body> 
    <header class="main-header">
      <span>Journey through the Sierra Nevada Mountains</span>
      <h1>Lake Tahoe, California</h1>
    </header>
    <p>
      Lake Tahoe is one of the most breathtaking attractions located in California. It's home to a number of ski resorts, summer outdoor recreation, and tourist attractions. Snow and skiing are a significant part of the area's reputation.
    </p>
    <a href="#">Find out more</a>
    <div>
      <h2>Check out all the Wildlife</h2>
      <p>
        As spawning season approaches, the fish acquire a humpback and protuberant jaw. After spawning, they die and their carcasses provide a feast for gatherings of mink, bears, and Bald eagles.
      </p>
      <a href="#">See the Wildlife</a>
    </div>
  </body>
</html>
style.css 
#main-header {
  background-color: orange;
}

3 Answers

Ken Alger
STAFF
Ken Alger
Treehouse Teacher
Ken Alger
Ken Alger
Treehouse Teacher

Kenneth;

It looks like you are targeting an id and not a class.

Happy coding,

Ken

Kenneth Simpson
Kenneth Simpson
1,162 Points
Kenneth Simpson
Kenneth Simpson
1,162 Points

I realized what I was doing the second I posted that question. I was having one of those, "right in front of your face moments!". Thank you for the response though!

Khaleel Hamid
Khaleel Hamid
5,258 Points
Khaleel Hamid
Khaleel Hamid
5,258 Points 
.main-header {
     background-color: orange;
}