WONDER #2419: Who Invented Paper?

Question 1 of 3

What was the main idea of this Wonder?

  1. Papyrus was an early material that people used for writing.
  2. Paper is a technology that was invented by Cai Lun to replace less convenient writing materials.
  3. Before paper, people had to carve writing into stones.
  4. Paper is the single greatest invention in the entire history of mankind.

Question 2 of 3

Which of these is NOT an example of technology?

  1. Paper
  2. Smartphones
  3. Pencils
  4. Rocks

Question 3 of 3

The first country to use paper was _______________.

  1. Italy
  2. Egypt
  3. France
  4. China

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