GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

INVENTIONS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The three inventions below all contributed most to what outcome?1) paper2) woodblock printing3) movable type
A
the spread of learning
B
an increase in trade
C
a new dynasty in power
D
the rise of social classes
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Papermaking, printing, gunpowder and the compass-the four great inventions of ancient China-are significant contributions of the Chinese nation to world civilization. China was the first nation to invent paper.

Detailed explanation-2: -As in Europe centuries later, the introduction of printing in China dramatically lowered the price of books, thus aiding the spread of literacy. Inexpensive books also gave a boost to the development of drama and other forms of popular culture.

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