The Reformation

Why was Gutenberg’s invention of the printing press important? (pg 2)

• It helped people write faster.
  

• It allowed books to be made more quickly and cheaply.

• It made reading unnecessary.

• It allowed monks to copy books more accurately.

Before the printing press, how were books made? (pg. 3)

• They were printed using early machines.

• They were handwritten by monks and other scholars.

• They were carved into stone tablets.

• They were only spoken out loud.

What was one disadvantage of how books were made before the printing press? (pg. 5)

• Books were too short to be useful.

• Books took a long time to make and were very expensive.

• Books were written in too many languages.

• Books were made of materials that fell apart easily.

How did Gutenburg's printing press change who had access to books? (pg 9)

• Only kings and queens could afford them.

• Books were still rare and expensive.

• More people could afford books, and literacy began to spread.

• Books became less important to society.

Some leaders worried about Gutenberg's printing press because: (pg. 10)

• It might spread ideas that challenged their power.

• It was too expensive to use.

• It replaced all handwritten documents.

• It made writing less important.

In chapter 2, why was Jacques excited about working in the printing shop? (pg 14)

• He wanted to become rich.

• He knew how to read and wanted to print his own book.

• He hoped to learn how books were made and possibly get an apprenticeship.

• His father forced him to take the job.

What can we infer about Jacques feelings towards books? (pg 15)

• He doesn't care about books.

• He is fascinated by them but feels left out because he cannot read.

• He prefers listening to stories rather than reading.

• He believes books are only for rich people.

What was Jacques most worried about when starting his new job?

• That he would not be strong enough to carry heavy books.

• That his boss would find out he couldn't read.

• That he wouldn't make enough money.

• That he wouldn't like the job.

How did Jacques' new job give him an unexpected opportunity? (pg. 18)

• He was able to meet the king.

• He was given a book to sell for extra money.

• He had a chance to learn how to read.

• He was promoted to manager of the shop.

What lesson does Jacques learn from Henri? (pg. 22)

• That honesty is important.

• That learning to read is impossible.

• That working hard is not necessary.

• That printing is a simple job.