Question

Choose the most suitable one word for the given expression:
A paper written in one’s own handwriting.

a) Manuscript
b) Scroll
c) Parchment
d) Transcript

Answer 1

Hint: Parchment is prepared from animal skin.
A scroll can be used for either writing or painting.

Complete step-by-step answer:

Let us look at the options and decipher the meaning of each. Option b “scroll” is a roll or parchment or paper used for writing or painting. It was often used for official writing in the olden days. It can be used for writing by hand, but it is not a specific word for the given expression. Thus, option b is incorrect.

Option c “parchment” is a sheet made from animal skin (usually sheep or goat) and was used for writing purposes in the ancient times. This is not the word for the above expression. Thus, option c is incorrect too.

Option d “transcript” is usually a written or a printed version of something. It is basically a written or printed copy. It is mostly printed copy. Therefore, this is not the word for the given expression.

Option a “manuscript” is a book, document or any piece of writing written by hand rather than typed or printed. Thus, option a, “manuscript” is the correct one word for the above given expression.

Note: Manuscripts were traditionally written by hand. After typewriters became available, it was typewritten too but it refers to a piece or writing written by hand.