The Black Death

Discuss the social and economic effects of the Black Death on medieval Europe.

• It led to a population increase

• It caused a decline in labor force and economic instability

• It resulted in the unification of European countries

• It had no significant impact

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What bacterium is responsible for the Black Death?

• Yersinia pestis

• Escherichia coli

• Staphylococcus aureus

• Bacillus anthracis

How was the Black Death primarily transmitted to humans?

• Airborne particles

• Contaminated water

• Flea bites

• Direct contact with infected individuals

Which animal is known to have played a significant role in the spread of the Black Death?

• Cats

• Rats

• Dogs

• Cows

What was a common symptom of the Black Death?

• Rash

• Buboes

• Fever blisters

• Hair loss

During which century did the Black Death occur in Europe?

• 12th century

• 14th century

• 16th century

• 18th century

What scientific method was used to confirm the bacterium responsible for the Black Death?

• DNA analysis

• Microscopy

• Serology

• Radiocarbon dating

Which modern-day antibiotic is effective against the bacterium that caused the Black Death?

• Penicillin

• Tetracycline

• Amoxicillin

• Ciprofloxacin

What was the estimated percentage of the European population that perished due to the Black Death?

• 10%

• 30%

• 50%

• 70%

Which part of the human body did the Black Death primarily affect?

• Respiratory system

• Lymphatic system

• Digestive system

• Nervous system