Which invention was most critical in spreading Humanist ideas and classical translations throughout Europe in the 15th century?
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Correct answer: The Printing Press
Johannes Gutenberg's printing press allowed for the mass production of books, making classical texts and Humanist critiques available to a wider audience. This democratized knowledge and facilitated the rapid spread of the Renaissance.
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