Single Answer MCQ
Q-00015186

Which of the following was NOT a reason for the rise in mass literacy during the 19th century?

1

Compulsory education

2

Access to penny magazines

3

Decline of printing technology

4

Increased availability of reading materials

Answer and Solution

Answer

C. Decline of printing technology

Solution:

The decline of printing technology would not foster literacy; instead, advancements in printing and compulsory education facilitated it.

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