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Johannes Gutenberg’s invention changed the way Renaissance ideas and philosophies traveled throughout Europe. What was his invention?
A
The printing press
B
The Pony Express
C
Story telling guidelines
D
A library
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Johann Gutenberg’s invention of movable-type printing quickened the spread of knowledge, discoveries, and literacy in Renaissance Europe. The printing revolution also contributed mightily to the Protestant Reformation that split apart the Catholic Church.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Gutenberg Press: The first printing press was developed by Johan Gutenberg in 1430s. It was a developed form of the olive and wine presses. By 1448 Gutenberg perfected this system. The lead moulds were used for casting the metal types for the letters of alphabet.

Detailed explanation-3: -The printing press revolutionized society by standardizing language, spreading ideas, increasing literacy, and growing the printing industry. The printing press was first developed in Europe by Johannes Gutenberg. It improved upon moveable type printing that had become available in Europe in the 15th century.

Detailed explanation-4: -In 1436 Johaness Gutenberg, a German goldsmith, began designing a machine capable of producing pages of text at an incredible speed-a product that he hoped would offset losses from a failed attempt to sell metal mirrors.

Detailed explanation-5: -Johannes Gutenberg, in full Johann Gensfleisch zur Laden zum Gutenberg, (born 14th century, Mainz [Germany]-died probably February 3, 1468, Mainz), German craftsman and inventor who originated a method of printing from movable type.

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