How did print culture contribute to the Enlightenment and the call for reform throughout Europe?
A. Increasing literacy and the volume of books printed encouraged the discussion of ideas about reform.
B. The greater number of print shops employed a large number of people and raised the standard of life for the middle class.
C. Governments were able to distribute their ideas in writing to a wider number of people.
D. Reference books such as the Encyclopedia were available to most universities.
Answer: A. Increasing literacy and the volume of books printed encouraged the discussion of ideas about reform.
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