Renaissance & Reformation

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The Black Death occurred in _______ from 1347 to 1351.

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Europe

Front

What is another name for "Black Death"?

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bubonic plague

Front

What does the word quarantine mean?

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to be isolated

Front

Which of the following is NOT true regarding the bubonic plague?
Options:
Bleeding inside the body was a possible symptom of the plague.
Other plagues had broken out before.
The plague could infect the victim’s blood or lungs.
Physical contact was necessary to spread the plague.

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Physical contact was necessary to spread the plague.

Front

About what proportion of Europe’s 14th-century population died as a result of outbreaks of the bubonic plague? Options: one-tenth, one-quarter, one-third, one-half

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one-third

Front

Which practice is an example of the poor hygienic practices in the Middle Ages? Options: frequent bathing, the religious act of self-punishment, the dumping of garbage and waste in the street, the washing of clothes and linens in nearby rivers

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the dumping of garbage and waste in the street

Front

Which is NOT a way the Black Death changed society?

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Since nobody knew the Black Death was contagious, everyone continued helping each other.

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Which change in the economy of Europe was a result of outbreaks of the bubonic plague? Options: an overall decrease in prices, an increase in trade throughout the continent, a dramatic decrease in the cost and availability of land, a sharp increase in the demand for and cost of laborers

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a sharp increase in the demand for and cost of laborers

Front

Michelangelo was best known for three artistic talents. Which one is NOT one of his talents. 

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potter

Front

What ceiling did Michelangelo paint?

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Sistine Chapel