WONDER #1641: When Was Toilet Paper Invented?

Question 1 of 3

Toilet paper can be traced as far back as which century in China?

1. 1st
2. 2nd
3. 6th
4. 8th

Question 2 of 3

Modern toilet paper was invented by Joseph Gayetty in what year?

1. 1758
2. 1578
3. 1875
4. 1857

Question 3 of 3

Which of the following was probably NOT used as toilet paper in the past?

1. leaves
2. corncobs
3. thorns
4. sponges

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