The part labeled "Books Before the Printing Press" helps the main idea of the text by giving us details that show how exceptional the printing press is. By explaining the challenges and limitations of book production prior to the printing press, the text highlights the revolutionary impact that Gutenberg's invention had on access to knowledge, literacy, and the dissemination of information. This context makes it clear why the printing press was such a significant advancement in history.
(From "Before and After Johannes Gutenberg", Illuminate) How does the part labeled "Books Before the Printing Press" help the main idea of the text?
by telling us the problems Guttenberg faced when making the printing press
by telling us why Guttenberg wanted to make the printing press
by showing us the first thing that happened when they were making the printing press
by giving us details that show how exceptional the printing press is
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