Question 1

What type of printing is letterpress?

Accepted Answer

Relief printing

Question 2

Who is credited with devising the leading manufacturing method for letterpress type in 1455?

Accepted Answer

Johannes Gutenberg

Question 3

What material is traditionally used for making letterpress type?

Accepted Answer

Metal

Question 4

What ensures that the prints have consistent margins in letterpress printing?

Accepted Answer

Placement in a jig or guide

Question 5

What is a "chase" in letterpress printing?

Accepted Answer

The frame that holds the type and spacing material

Question 6

What is the standardized type height in American letterpress printing?

Accepted Answer

0.918 inches

Question 7

Which of the following materials was used for large-format poster printing in the 19th century?

Accepted Answer

Wood type

Question 8

How were photo-engravings used in the 19th century letterpress printing made?

Accepted Answer

Etched from photographs

Question 9

What development in the early 20th century significantly increased the speed of letterpress printing?

Accepted Answer

Introduction of electricity

Question 10

What is used to apply ink to the type in letterpress printing?

Accepted Answer

Cylindrical rollers

Question 11

What can be printed on a letterpress besides metal type?

Accepted Answer

Wood cuts and engravings

Question 12

What is the function of spacing material in letterpress printing?

Accepted Answer

Keeps type in place during printing

Question 13

Which modern technology is used in contemporary letterpress printing?

Accepted Answer

3D printing

Question 14

How are photopolymer plates for letterpress printing created?

Accepted Answer

Using computer software and UV light exposure

Letterpress Printing

2) Who is credited with devising the leading manufacturing method for letterpress type in 1455?