In the Fourth Century the Codex Replaced the Scroll Because

question 46

Multiple Choice

In the fourth century the codex replaced the scroll because

• A) it was more durable, and it was much easier to look up a particular passage.
• B) it was much lighter, and it could be made much more rapidly.
• C) Gutenberg's printing press had just been invented.
• D) there was a worldwide shortage of papyrus.
• E) All of the above

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