Question 1
ComprehensionUI Post-UTME 2022/2023 Passage: The printing press
The invention of the printing press revolutionized the way information was disseminated in the 15th century. Prior to the printing press, books were painstakingly copied by hand, making them rare and expensive. The printing press, invented by Johannes Gutenberg, allowed for mass production of books, leading to increased literacy rates and the spread of knowledge across Europe. This innovation played a significant role in the Renaissance and the Reformation, as ideas could now be easily shared and debated.
According to the passage, what was the impact of the printing press on the availability of books?
- A.Books became even more rare and expensive.
- B.Books were produced in limited quantities.
- C.Books became more widely accessible.
- D.Books were no longer in demand.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (Books became more widely accessible.)
Explanation
The passage says the press allowed mass production of books, so many more people could get them.