Plague 101

What is the cause of plague?

• A virus

• A bacterium called Yersinia pestis

• A fungus

• A parasite

How does plague mainly spread?

• Through insects affecting rodents

• By airborne transmission

• Direct contact with infected individuals

• Through contaminated water

What was a major cause of plague pandemics?

• Natural disasters

• Rise of international trade

• Global warming

• Lack of vaccines

What was the estimated impact of the Plague of Justinian?

• Had no significant impact on Europe's population

• Affected mainly the Asian continent

• Wiped out about half of Europe's population

• Killed about a quarter of Europe's population

What contributed to the spread of the Black Death in the 14th century?

• Crowded neighborhoods and poor sanitation

• Isolation of infected individuals

• Proper waste management

• Advanced medical knowledge

When was the bacteria behind plague outbreaks discovered?

• In the 18th century

• In the 14th century

• In 1894

• In the 21st century

Which of the following was NOT a factor in the spread of plague?

• Economic expansion

• Urbanization

• Lack of medical knowledge

• Advanced sanitation methods