Growth of Medieval Towns

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What was one reason for the growth of medieval towns?

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Improvements in agriculture

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What was another reason for the growth of towns during medieval times?

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Revival of trade

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What was a common location for medieval towns in Europe?

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Near the coast

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Why was specialization important for medieval towns?

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It increased wealth by focusing on specific goods

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What does the map indicate about trade routes in medieval Europe?

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They included both land and water routes

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What did apprentices produce to prove their mastery?

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A master piece

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What were guilds responsible for overseeing?

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Trade and production

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By the High Middle Ages, what types of products were more local people buying and selling?

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Food, clothing, and household items

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Which of these conditions contributed to the spread of disease in medieval towns?

• Fresh air
• Garbage in the street
• Clean water
• Spacious homes

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Garbage in the street

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What did townspeople take time off from work to celebrate?

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Special days, such as religious feasts