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What significant material reached Europe in the 11th century facilitating manuscript production?

1

Woodblocks

2

Vellum

3

Chinese paper

4

Ink

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Answer

C. Chinese paper

Solution:

Chinese paper was introduced to Europe in the 11th century, allowing the production of manuscripts, unlike vellum which was already used for luxury editions.

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