Illuminated Manuscripts

The original copy of a play, book, piece of music, etc., before it has been printed

• impede

• maneuver

• manuscript

• manual

What is an illuminated manuscript?

• A handwritten book decorated with gold or silver

• A printed book with colorful illustrations

• A digital book with interactive features

• A book with glow-in-the-dark pages

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of illuminated manuscripts?

• Printed text

• Handwritten text

• Digital text

• Typed text

In which period were illuminated manuscripts most commonly produced?

• Renaissance

• Medieval

• Modern

• Ancient

What material was commonly used for the pages of illuminated manuscripts?

• Papyrus

• Parchment

• Plastic

• Paper

Which language were many illuminated manuscripts written in during the Middle Ages?

• English

• Latin

• French

• German

What is the primary purpose of illumination in manuscripts?

• To provide light for reading

• To decorate and enhance the text

• To make the text glow in the dark

• To add interactive elements

Which of the following is NOT a common feature of illuminated manuscripts?

• Gold leaf decorations

• Hand-painted illustrations

• Digital animations

• Elaborate initials

Who were the primary creators of illuminated manuscripts in the Middle Ages?

• Printers

• Monks

• Authors

• Artists

What is the term for the decorative letters often found at the beginning of sections in illuminated manuscripts?

• Initials

• Capitals

• Headers

• Footers