The first protomodern book, which used sheets of material sewn together at the edges to allow the book to be opened at any page, was called ______.
A)papyrus
B)parchment
C)a codex
D)an illuminated manuscript
E)vellum

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A codex is the first protomodern book, which used sheets of material sewn together at the edges to allow the book to be opened at any page. Papyrus and parchment were rolled up scrolls commonly used in ancient times. Illuminated manuscripts were often created on parchment or vellum and were highly decorated with illustrations and ornamental letters. Vellum is a type of parchment made from animal skin.

The First Protomodern Book, Which Used Sheets of Material Sewn