Surviving The Black Death Quiz

What year did the Black Death begin in Europe?

• 1348

• 1492

• 1066

• 1776

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What was the primary cause of the Black Death?

• A volcanic eruption

• A bacterial infection

• A war

• A drought

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Which animal is commonly associated with spreading the Black Death?

• Dogs

• Cats

• Rats

• Birds

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What was one of the main symptoms of the Black Death?

• Headache

• Fever

• Swollen lymph nodes

• Coughing

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Which continent was most affected by the Black Death?

• Asia

• Africa

• Europe

• Australia

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

• 10%

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

What was the bacterium responsible for the Black Death called?

• Escherichia coli

• Yersinia pestis

• Streptococcus pneumoniae

• Bacillus anthracis

Which of the following was a common method used to try to prevent the spread of the Black Death?

• Vaccination

• Quarantine

• Antibiotics

• Surgery

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What was a common belief about the cause of the Black Death during the 14th century?

• It was caused by bad air

• It was a punishment from God

• It was due to poor hygiene

• It was spread by witches

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Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Black Death?

• Decrease in population

• Increase in wages

• Growth of cities

• Decline in trade

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