Question

Review the biography and then answer the question.
Johannes Gutenberg was born in Mainz, Germany, in 1398. Today he is known as the inventor of the modern printing press. When he was young, books weren't like they are today. Most books were actually manuscripts, or texts written by hand. Manuscripts took a long time to make and were expensive. Only rich people could afford them. Gutenberg wanted more people to be able to enjoy reading. His printing press made it easier and cheaper to print books, so more people could own books.
What is the text's main purpose?
A. To inform readers about Gutenberg's invention of the printing press.
B. To explain the historical importance of manuscripts.
C. To inform readers about the cost of books in the 14th century.
D. To highlights Gutenberg's belief in social equality.

Answer 1

A. The passage focuses on Gutenberg and how his printing press made books easier and cheaper to produce, allowing more people to own books.