Question

read this sentence from paragraph 4 of the passage.
with the later invention of the printing press, reading became increasingly accessible to larger numbers of people.
what is the meaning of the word accessible as it is used in this sentence?
○ large enough to accommodate people with disabilities
○ able to be used or experienced
○ a person who is able to reach or gain something
○ a place that is easy to reach

Explanation:

In the context of the sentence, it means that with the printing press, more people could engage in reading (use/experience it). Option A is about physical accommodation for disabled people (not relevant here). Option C refers to a person (the subject is'reading'). Option D is about a place (the subject is'reading'). So 'able to be used or experienced' fits best.

Answer:

B. able to be used or experienced