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What was one of the main fears regarding the spread of printed material?

1

It would eliminate oral traditions

2

It could spread rebellious ideas

3

It would lower literacy rates

4

It would cause books to become scarce

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Answer

B. It could spread rebellious ideas

Solution:

One main fear was that the widespread availability of printed material could spread rebellious and irreligious ideas, undermining established authorities. The other options do not accurately reflect the fears of that time.

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