Question

what was vellum originally made from?
a. horse skin
b. sheep skin
c. treated parchment paper
d. none of the above

please select the best answer from the choices provided
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Define vellum and its origins

Vellum is historically a fine writing material prepared from calfskin (the word is derived from the Latin vitulinum, meaning "made from calf").

Evaluate the given options

• a. horse skin: Incorrect.
• b. sheep skin: Incorrect (sheep skin is typically used to make standard parchment, not vellum).
• c. treated parchment paper: Incorrect (parchment paper is a modern wood-pulp product).
• d. none of the above: Correct, because vellum was originally made from calfskin.

Answer:

• a. horse skin
• b. sheep skin
• c. treated parchment paper
• d. none of the above (Correct answer)