The Black Death and its Aftermath

What was the cause of the Black Death?

• Bacterium Yersinia pestis

• Alignment of the stars

• Contagion from animals

• Direct human contact

When did the Black Death reach the Black Sea?

• 1200s

• 1300s

• 1340s

• 1350s

How did the Black Death spread to Europe?

• Through infected fleas on rats

• Through infected fleas on humans

• Through infected ships

• Through infected birds

What was the impact of the Black Death on the European population?

• Population increased

• Population remained the same

• Population decreased by a third to a half

• Population doubled

Who suffered the most from the Black Death?

• The rich

• The poor

• Rural communities

• Urban communities

What impact did the Black Death have on Christian religious belief?

• It led to the decline of Christianity

• It had no impact on Christianity

• It intensified Christian religious belief and practice

• It led to the rise of new religions

What new approach to medicine emerged as a result of the Black Death?

• Astrology-based medicine

• Ancient medical doctrine

• Empirical approach to medicine

• Spiritual healing

What was the purpose of quarantines during the Black Death?

• To prevent the spread of disease

• To isolate infected individuals

• To control population growth

• To protect the wealthy

What impact did the Black Death have on wages in England?

• Wages remained the same

• Wages decreased

• Wages increased dramatically

• Wages fluctuated

What effect did the Black Death have on trade routes?

• Trade routes expanded

• Trade routes remained the same

• Trade routes collapsed

• Trade routes shifted to the Americas