Black Death: Map and Impact

Based on the map above, from where did the Bubonic Plague originate?

• Northern Europe

• South Africa

• Central Asia

• Middle East

Based on the map above, in what year did the Bubonic Plague (Black Death) reach Prague?

• 1347

• 1348

• 1349

• 1350

What conclusion can be drawn from this map?

• The plague started in northern Europe and spread to Africa.
• Nobles gained more power since they were less likely to get the plague.
• Only people in Asia were affected by the plague.
• The plague was spread from Asia to Europe by traders.

What date and in what city did the plague start in Europe?

• Genoa, 1347

• Naples, 1347

• Messina, 1347

• Barcelona, 1347

Referencing the colours, in what year did the plague spread the most?

• 1347

• 1348

• 1349

• 1350

Which group got blamed for the plague in some areas of Europe?

• Catholics
• Christians
• Jews
• Muslims

The bacteria Yersinia Pestis is common in:

• ticks
• fish
• dogs 
• fleas

The plague was a

• epidemic
• pandemic

Which of these regions were not affected by the Black Death

• England
• Spain
• Germany
• South Africa

The most likely place to be infected by the Black Death would be

• Deserts
• Manors
• Cities
• Castles