History and Impact of the Printing Press

The video explores the evolution of information dissemination from Gutenberg's printing press to modern digital media. It highlights Gutenberg's impact on literacy and democracy, the transition from pre-Gutenberg oral traditions to printed texts, and the revolutionary changes brought by the internet and social media. Key technological advancements like computers, the World Wide Web, and email are discussed, along with the rise of social media platforms.

What was one of the key impacts of Gutenberg's printing press?

• It restricted information to the elite.

• It was only used for religious texts.

• It made books more expensive.

• It allowed for mass production of books.

How was information primarily shared in the pre-Gutenberg world?

• Through printed books.

• Via word-of-mouth.

• Through newspapers.

• Using the internet.

What was a significant change in the post-Gutenberg world?

• The decline of literacy.

• The rise of handwritten books.

• The end of the internet.

• The democratization of information.

Which movement was significantly influenced by the printing press?

• The Bronze Age.

• The Digital Age.

• The Renaissance.

• The Industrial Revolution.

Who is considered the father of computers?

• Johannes Gutenberg.

• Mark Zuckerberg.

• Tim Berners-Lee.

• Charles Davis.

What is the World Wide Web?

• A type of computer hardware.

• A collection of printed books.

• A network of social media platforms.

• A system of interconnected websites.

Who invented the World Wide Web?

• Larry Page.

• Steve Jobs.

• Tim Berners-Lee.

• Bill Gates.

Which platform is known for video sharing and is owned by Google?

• Facebook.

• Instagram.

• YouTube.

• Twitter.

What was the original purpose of computers?

• For social networking.

• To play video games.

• For mathematical calculations.

• To browse the internet.

Which company was co-founded by Mark Zuckerberg?

• Apple.

• Microsoft.

• Meta Platforms.

• Google.