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What trade flowed from China to Europe for centuries?

  • Books and vellum
  • Gold and silver
  • Silk and spices (correct)
  • Paper and wood

    • Marco Polo introduced the knowledge of woodblock printing to China.

    False (B)

    What material were luxury editions of books handwritten on?

    vellum

    In 1295, Marco Polo returned to ______ after exploring China.

    <p>Italy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following groups of people with the type of books they bought:

    <p>Aristocratic circles = Luxury handwritten books Merchants and students = Cheaper printed copies Monastic libraries = Luxury handwritten books</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor contributed to the increased demand for books in Europe?

    <p>The rise of university towns (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Scribes were only employed by wealthy individuals after the increase in book demand.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country is the Jikji from?

    <p>Korea (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following contributed to the increased accessibility of ideas to the common people?

    <p>Compilation and publication of ancient and medieval scientific texts (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The sale of books has decreased prodigiously within the last twenty years.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one scientist mentioned whose discoveries influenced a wider circle of readers due to increased publication.

    <p>Isaac Newton</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Thinkers such as Thomas Paine, Voltaire and Jean Jacques ______ were widely printed and read.

    <p>Rousseau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the character with the item they were commissioned to purchase:

    <p>John (going to town) = Peregrine Pickle’s Adventure Dolly (selling eggs) = The History of Joseph Andrews</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did poor country people spend their winter evenings doing before the increase in accessible reading material?

    <p>Relating stories of witches and ghosts (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ideas of scientists and philosophers became less accessible to the common people.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What general concept found its way into popular literature because of the increased printing and reading of thinkers' writings?

    <p>Reason and rationality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the approximate number of printed books in Europe during the second half of the fifteenth century?

    <p>20 million (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'print revolution' refers to the shift from mechanical printing to hand printing.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what did many believe books could do by the mid-eighteenth century?

    <p>Spread progress and enlightenment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Louise-Sebastien Mercier was a scientist.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a platen in letterpress printing?

    <p>A board pressed onto the back of the paper to get the impression from the type.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gutenberg developed metal types for each of the 26 characters of the ______ alphabet.

    <p>Roman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Mercier, what is the most powerful engine of progress?

    <p>The printing press</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Printing Press = Machine that mechanically prints text Platen = Board pressed onto paper for impression Movable Type = Individual characters that can be arranged Gutenberg Bible = One of the first books printed in Europe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Mercier, public opinion is the force that will sweep away ______.

    <p>despotism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approximately how many sheets could the Gutenberg press print on one side per hour?

    <p>250 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following quotes with the person who said/wrote them:

    <p>‘Tremble, therefore, tyrants of the world!Tremble before the virtual writer!’ = Louise-Sebastien Mercier Lighting my lamp with extraordinary caution, I threw myself hungrily into the reading. = Louise-Sebastien Mercier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Moveable type printing machine was only used for 50 years.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What transformation did the heroes in Mercier's novels experience through reading?

    <p>They became enlightened. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which century did the number of printed books rise to about 200 million copies?

    <p>Sixteenth century (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mercier believed that books had no impact on society.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the person described in Source B prioritize, even when their lamp is running out of oil?

    <p>Continuing reading (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did Hindi printing begin to gain momentum?

    <p>Late 1870s (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Journals in the early twentieth century, written for and sometimes edited by women, avoided discussing issues like women’s education.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the fast-selling book published by Ram Chaddha to teach women how to be obedient wives?

    <p>Istri Dharm Vichar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Bengal, the ________ area in central Calcutta was devoted to printing popular books.

    <p>Battala</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the publication/publisher with its focus:

    <p>Journals edited by women = Women's education and national movement Khalsa Tract Society = Qualities of a good woman Battala = Religious tracts and scandalous literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What topics were commonly addressed in journals written for women in the early twentieth century? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Women's education (B), The national movement (C), Widow remarriage (D), Widowhood (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Khalsa Tract Society published booklets promoting messages that contradicted the qualities of a good woman.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Besides religious and scandalous literature, what else could you buy in Battala?

    <p>cheap editions of religious tracts and scriptures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Gandhi's view of the fight for Swaraj?

    <p>A fight for liberty of speech, liberty of the press, and freedom of association. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Roman Catholic Church never attempted to control the spread of printed materials.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main impact of the Vernacular Press Act?

    <p>It imposed censorship on the Indian language press.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The invention of the ______ Press revolutionized the production of books in Europe.

    <p>Gutenberg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following effects to the relevant group in 19th century India:

    <p>Women = Gained access to education and literature, often used to promote social change or express personal views. The Poor = Cheap books and pamphlets allowed them to access information that was previously available only to the wealthy and educated. Reformers = Used print to spread their ideas and challenge existing social norms and practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did some individuals in 18th-century Europe believe that print culture would lead to enlightenment?

    <p>It would make information more accessible and challenge traditional authority. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Woodblock printing was introduced to Europe before 1295.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was Martin Luther in favor of print?

    <p>He believed it helped spread his religious ideas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Silk Route

    A trade route connecting China to Europe for goods like silk and spices.

    Woodblock Printing

    An early printing technique using carved wooden blocks to create images or text.

    Marco Polo

    A Venetian merchant whose travels to China introduced Europeans to new technologies, including printing.

    Vellum

    A fine parchment made from animal skin, used for writing manuscripts.

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    Handwritten Manuscripts

    Books copied by scribes before the invention of printing, often for wealthy patrons.

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    Book Fairs

    Events where books were sold and traded, popular in university towns.

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    Demand for Books

    Increased interest and need for books among merchants and students, leading to more printing.

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    Jikji

    One of the oldest existing books printed with movable metal type, originating from Korea.

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    Rise of Book Sales

    The increase in the sale of books over time, reaching broader audiences.

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    Influence of Scientists

    Prominent scientists like Newton made their findings accessible to the public.

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    Public Access to Knowledge

    Knowledge from ancient and medieval texts became accessible to the common people.

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    Popular Literature

    Books that included ideas about science, reason, and rationality were widely read.

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    Philosophers' Writings

    Writings by thinkers like Rousseau influenced popular ideas about reason.

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    Winter Evening Activities

    Poor country people shifted from storytelling to reading books during winter evenings.

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    Scientific Diagrams

    Maps and diagrams printed to educate the public about scientific concepts.

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    Change in Reading Habits

    Cultural shift towards reading fiction and stories over traditional tales.

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    Eighteenth-Century Enlightenment

    A movement emphasizing reason, individualism, and skepticism of tradition in the 1700s.

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    Louise-Sebastien Mercier

    A novelist who believed in the power of books to inspire change and enlightenment.

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    Power of the Printing Press

    The printing press is seen as a tool for spreading progress and challenging tyranny.

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    Despotism

    A form of government where a single entity rules with absolute power, often unjustly.

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    Public Opinion

    The collective views or attitudes of the general population, influential in shaping societies.

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    Transformation through Reading

    The concept that reading books can lead to personal growth and enlightenment.

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    Virtual Writer

    An implied author or thinker who inspires change through their written works.

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    Tyrants Tremble

    An expression of the idea that oppressive rulers fear the power of knowledge and literacy.

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    Women's Education in Islam

    Islam promotes equal educational rights for women.

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    Hindi Printing

    Hindi printing gained momentum in the 1870s.

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    Women’s Journals

    Early 20th-century journals focused on women's issues.

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    Istri Dharm Vichar

    A book teaching women about obedience in marriage.

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    Khalsa Tract Society

    Published inexpensive booklets for women about virtues.

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    Battala

    A central Calcutta area for printing popular books.

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    Illustrated Books

    By late 19th century, many books featured illustrations.

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    Pedlars

    Individuals who sold books in the Battala area.

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    Woodblock Print

    A method of printing images and text from carved woodblocks that became popular in Europe after 1295.

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    Martin Luther and Print

    Martin Luther supported printing as it spread ideas and reforms, especially his own, during the Reformation.

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    Index of Prohibited Books

    A list created by the Roman Catholic Church to censor ideas deemed dangerous from the mid-16th century.

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    Gandhi on Swaraj

    Gandhi believed the fight for Swaraj included rights to free speech, press, and association.

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    Gutenberg Press

    A revolutionary printing technology that allowed for mass production of books, initiated by Johannes Gutenberg.

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    Erasmus and the Printed Book

    Erasmus valued printed books for disseminating knowledge and ideas, promoting education and critical thinking.

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    Vernacular Press Act

    An 1878 law in India restricting press freedom, targeting publications in local languages.

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    Print Culture and Nationalism in India

    The spread of print culture helped to develop a sense of national identity and unity among Indians.

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    Gutenberg Printing Press

    The first mechanical printing press, revolutionizing book production.

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    Moveable Type

    A printing technology invented by Gutenberg using individual metal characters.

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    Platen

    A board that presses down to transfer ink from type to paper in printing.

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    Print Revolution

    The rapid increase in book production due to mechanical printing in the 15th century.

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    Book Production Boom

    A significant increase in the number of printed books during the 15th and 16th centuries.

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    Impression in Printing

    The process of applying ink from type onto a paper surface.

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    Metal Types

    The individual characters used in moveable type printing, initially developed by Gutenberg.

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    Sheet of Damp Paper

    Paper moistened to enhance ink transfer in the printing process.

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    Study Notes

    Section Overview

    • This section covers everyday life, culture, and politics.
    • It includes images and mentions of organizations.
    • Print has profoundly impacted the modern world.
    • It is ubiquitous in many aspects of daily life.
    • Printed material includes books, newspapers, journals, and everyday items.
    • Print's history is crucial for understanding its role in society.

    The First Printed Books

    • Early print technology was developed in China, Japan, and Korea.
    • Hand-printing methods involved rubbing paper against inked woodblocks.
    • Early printed books had characteristic formats.
    • The imperial Chinese state was a major producer of printed materials.
    • Examinations and textbooks were widely printed.
    • The uses of print diversified with urban culture in China.
    • Silk and spices traveled from China to Europe.
    • Paper made possible handwritten manuscripts.
    • Marco Polo brought knowledge of Chinese woodblock printing back to Europe.
    • Printed books became more accessible, cheaper, and portable.
    • The demand for books increased, leading to the development of printing presses.
    • Johann Gutenberg developed the first known printing press in the 1430s.

    Gutenberg and the Printing Press

    • Gutenberg's printing press used movable type and a printing press.
    • The press significantly sped up book production.
    • Early printed books resembled handwritten manuscripts.
    • Printing presses spread across Europe.

    Religious Debates and the Fear of Print

    • Print democratized ideas.
    • The wider circulation of printed materials empowered dissident voices.
    • The Church and monarchs feared the spread of dissenting ideas.
    • The concern over print led to the suppression and censorship of books.
    • Criticism of religious practices was often expressed through printed works.
    • Print facilitated the communication of differing religious viewpoints.
    • Intellectual debates were catalyzed by print, enabling individuals to express unique perspectives.
    • Religious reformers challenged Church authority with printed materials.
    • The printing press fuelled popular discontent in 16th Century Europe.

    The Print Revolution and Its Impact

    • Print caused a massive shift in access to knowledge and information.
    • Print fostered relationships and interactions amongst diverse individuals.
    • It impacted popular perceptions and attitudes, including literacy.
    • Access to books lead to widespread shifts in social norms.
    • Books encouraged debate and discussions about various aspects of society.

    The Reading Mania

    • Increased literacy led to broader reading and a surge in printing.
    • New forms of popular literature and periodicals emerged.
    • The 'reading public' expanded to include various social classes.
    • Cheaper printed works targeted new audiences, including the working class.
    • More accessible books lead to widespread cultural shifts.

    Religious Reform and Public Debates

    • Intense religious debates unfolded during the 19th Century.
    • Print revolutionized how different groups interacted regarding religious practices.
    • Debates and controversies became widespread.
    • New arguments arose, both in support and opposition to reform.
    • Print fueled open discussion about religious matters.

    New Publications

    • Novels gained popularity and spread across diverse communities.
    • Visualized works like portraits and illustrations were created and printed more frequently.
    • Cheaper printing methods made illustrated works widely available.
    • Caricatures and satirical depictions were printed for political commentary.
    • Newspapers and magazines became popular formats for news and commentary.
    • Increased literacy and access to these publications gave rise to various forms of print culture.
    • Colonial governments regulated the printed word to control social movements and the dissemination of dissenting opinions.
    • Print was often used to disseminate pro-government sentiments.
    • Regulations and restrictions on printed materials were enacted to manage the public sphere.
    • Censorship often responded to fear of social unrest.

    Women and Print

    • Access to print and literacy fostered new freedoms for women.
    • Many significant women authors and thinkers emerged and expressed their views publicly through writing.
    • Women expressed their concerns, experiences, and desires about themselves in print.
    • Home-based learning and education increased among women due to printed materials.
    • Very affordable print became popular among lower classes.
    • Printed tracts and manuscripts became easily accessible.
    • Public libraries and education outlets arose in response to demand.
    • Local communities benefited from affordable access to texts on social and religious movements.
    • This provided a foundation for diverse thought and understanding.

    India and the World of Print

    • India has a rich tradition of handwritten manuscripts.
    • Traditional printing methods were used for creating and preserving texts.
    • The rich continued to favor manuscripts even after printing presses became common in the country.
    • A wide variety of texts, including religious ones, continued to be copied in the pre-printing era.

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