Growth of Medieval Towns

What was one reason for the growth of medieval towns?

• Decline in agriculture

• Improvements in agriculture

• Decrease in population

• Lack of trade

What was another reason for the growth of towns during medieval times?

• Decline of trade

• Revival of trade

• Isolation from trade routes

• Decrease in goods production

What was a common location for medieval towns in Europe?

• Inland, away from water

• Near the coast

• In the desert

• On mountain tops

Why was specialization important for medieval towns?

• It decreased wealth

• It increased wealth by focusing on specific goods

• It had no effect

• It isolated towns

What does the map indicate about trade routes in medieval Europe?

• They were only on land

• They included both land and water routes

• They were only in the north

• They were nonexistent

What did apprentices produce to prove their mastery?

• A thesis

• A master piece

• A certificate

• A project report

What were guilds responsible for overseeing?

• Education and healthcare

• Trade and production

• Law and order

• Agriculture and mining

By the High Middle Ages, what types of products were more local people buying and selling?

• Electronics and gadgets

• Food, clothing, and household items

• Cars and machinery

• Books and stationery

Which of these conditions contributed to the spread of disease in medieval towns?

• Fresh air

• Garbage in the street

• Clean water

• Spacious homes

What did townspeople take time off from work to celebrate?

• Birthdays

• Special days, such as religious feasts

• National holidays

• Harvest festivals