How Did Writing Change In The Renaissance Flashcards
1
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What does illiterate mean?
A
It means to be unable to read pr write
2
Q
What is a moveable type?
A
It is small metal letter used to make words
3
Q
Who is Johannes Gutenberg?
A
He invented a printing press in around 1439
4
Q
What is vernacular literature
A
It is literature written in the everyday language of the people
5
Q
Who is William Shakespeare?
A
He is a famous renaissance write (1564-1616) he made very famous plays eg romeo juliet and hamlet
6
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Who r 2 female writers
A
Isabelle d’este and anna maria van schurman
