Asked by Savanah Miller on Jun 16, 2024

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What Latin term was used to describe a manuscript in scroll form?

A) Folio
B) Codex
C) Rotulus
D) Vellum

Manuscript

From the Latin manu scriptus; a handwritten book.

Scroll Form

A method of displaying documents or artworks on a roll of parchment, paper, or fabric, originating in ancient times and used across various cultures.

Rotulus

A type of scroll or roll of parchment or paper used in ancient and medieval times for documents, letters, and literary works.

  • Recognize the evolution and importance of the codex in the dissemination of Christian texts.
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Ulises QuintanaJun 19, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Rotulus is the Latin term used to describe a manuscript in scroll form. Folio refers to a particular size of paper, codex to an ancient manuscript text in book form (as opposed to a scroll), and vellum is a type of fine animal skin used for writing.