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The Legacy of Invention: Mergenthaler's Impact on Typesetting Machinery

This passage explores the motivations behind Mergenthaler's invention of a revolutionary typesetting machine. It highlights his dual nature as a man of action and a meticulous craftsman, drawing attention to his relentless pursuit of improvement despite facing challenges. As newspaper publishers recognized the potential of this innovation, they experienced a mix of excitement and fear, anticipating how it would alter the workforce and streamline production. Furthermore, it clarifies terms like "bottleneck," emphasizing the revolutionary changes brought about by this invention.

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The Legacy of Invention: Mergenthaler's Impact on Typesetting Machinery

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  1. 1. Why did the author write this passage? to entertain readers with stories of bungled inventions to persuade readers to attempt their own inventions to analyze the creative mind of a brilliant inventor to inform people about the history of a revolutionary machine

  2. 2. Which of the following best describes Mergenthaler? • a man of action who was impatient with details • a craftsman who strove to make each part perfect • an inventor who struggled without any success • A near genius who never managed to perfect his invention

  3. 3. When newspaper publishers learned about the new type setting machine, they were • worried that the machines would replace workers • delighted that their works could be published quickly • concerned that they would not be able to afford the machines • afraid they would not be able to meet the public’s needs

  4. 4. What is the meaning of the underlined word below? The typesetting bottleneck was gone forever. • blockage • opening • Crack • interruption

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