The Black Death Flashcard

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Why was Medieval Europe ideal for rats?

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There was a lot of garbage and filth.

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The living conditions of the people were ...

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awful, dirty, and filthy.

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The plague was called the "Black Death" because...

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the buboes were large black spots

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How was the Black Death spread over oceans?

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It followed trade routes.

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What was a social effect of the Black Death?

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People stayed away from one another.

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The Bubonic Plague was responsible for the death of...

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nearly half the population of Europe.

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From what continent did the Bubonic Plague most likely come?

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Asia

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How did the spread of the Bubonic Plague impact the European economy?

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The economy shrank as the workforce decreased.

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True or False: The Black Death had a negative impact on the feudal system of Europe

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True

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How was the Black Death spread?

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Rats and fleas