44. The Black Death

What was the Black Death?

• A war that occurred in Europe

• A famine that killed many people

• A bubonic plague that occurred in Europe

• A natural disaster that affected Asia

During what years did the Black Death occur?

• 1325 to 1340 AD

• 1346 to 1353 AD

• 1400 to 1410 AD

• 1300 to 1320 AD

Approximately what percentage of Europe's population died due to the Black Death?

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

• 10%

How did the Black Death spread to Europe?

• Through contaminated water

• Through airborne transmission

• Through trade

• Through direct contact with infected individuals

What was one of the effects of the Black Death on the social structure in Europe?

• Increase in the power of the church

• Rise of feudalism

• Labor shortage and empowerment of peasants and serfs

• Growth in trade and commerce

Which group of people were among the most educated in Europe?

• Knights

• Monks

• Serfs

• Vassals

What was one of the consequences of the Black Death on the economy?

• Increase in the influence of the church

• Decline in trade

• Surge in agricultural production

• Expansion of European colonies

What role did rats play in the spread of the Black Death?

• They were immune carriers of the disease

• They were blamed but played no role

• They carried the fleas that transmitted the disease

• They were used to test cures for the disease

The Black Death ended feudalism and the power of the church declined.

• True

• False

Where did the Black Death begin?

• East Asia

• Africa

• South America

• Europe