The invention of the printing press in the 15th century _______ a revolution in literacy, making books affordable for the masses and fundamentally changing how knowledge was distributed across Europe.

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reading

Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

A

precipitated

B

prevented

C

described

D

mimicked

Correct Answer: A

Choice A is the best answer. The text says the printing press caused a revolution. "Precipitated" means to cause (an event) to happen suddenly.

Choice B is incorrect because "prevented" means stopped. Choice C is incorrect because "described" means talked about. Choice D is incorrect because "mimicked" means copied.

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