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In 1476, William Caxton introduced the printing press to England, a move that significantly helped to standardize the English language. Which famous work by Geoffrey Chaucer was the first book to be printed in English?

  1. The Canterbury TalesAnswer
  2. B
    The Domesday Book
  3. C
    The Magna Carta
  4. D
    Romeo and Juliet

Answer

The Canterbury Tales was the first book printed in English.
The correct answer is 'The Canterbury Tales' because it was the first book printed in the English language, published by William Caxton in 1476 after he established the first printing press in England.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the key historical milestone
The introduction of the printing press to England by William Caxton in 1476.
This event marked the beginning of mass-produced literature in the English language.
2
Recall the first major publication associated with this event
Geoffrey Chaucer's collection of stories about pilgrims.
Chaucer's work was chosen as the first significant English text to be printed.
3
Select the correct title from the options provided
The Canterbury Tales.
This matches the historical record of the first book printed in English.

Key Concept

The introduction of the printing press and early English literature.

Practice More

Review the impact of the printing press on the standardization of English spelling and grammar.
Estimated Time:45s
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Language, Literature and Culture

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