Which of the following was not a reason for the limited popularity of handwritten manuscripts in Europe?

A. Manuscripts were fragile.
B. They were awkward to handle and could not be carried around easily.
C. The content of manuscripts was rebellious and seditious.
D. Copying manuscripts was expensive and time-consuming.

The content of manuscripts being rebellious and seditious was not a reason for their limited popularity in Europe, unlike their fragility, cumbersome nature, and the high cost and time required to create them.

Explanation:

The reason for the limited popularity of handwritten manuscripts in Europe that is not accurate is: C. The content of manuscripts was rebellious and seditious. Manuscripts in the Middle Ages and early Renaissance were not unpopular because of seditious content; rather, they were valuable and respected items for those who could afford them. Manuscripts were, however, fragile and awkward to handle, making them difficult to carry around. In addition, the process of copying manuscripts was expensive and time-consuming, often requiring a year for a single book to be produced. These factors made manuscripts a luxury beyond reach for most people, prior to the invention of movable type, which greatly democratized the availability of printed material.