World History Q1 Assessment

How did the Black Death affect the structure of feudal society in Europe?

• It led to the strengthening of the feudal hierarchy.

• It caused a reduction in the number of serfs.

• It resulted in fewer economic opportunities for peasants.

• It increased royal authority over the church.

What was a major economic consequence of the Great Famine (1315-1317)?

•  A rapid increase in trade due to food imports.

•  Widespread inflation and lower labor wages.

• A collapse in agricultural productivity and food prices.

• A population decline leading to labor shortages.

How did the repeated outbreaks of disease affect European attitudes toward the Church?

•  Increased trust in religious leaders for solutions.

• Strengthened belief in the Pope's absolute power.

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  Led to disillusionment and questioning of religious authority.

• Encouraged more participation in crusades.

How did the labor shortage after the Black Death impact social mobility?

• It prevented peasants from changing occupations.

• It forced peasants to return to traditional roles.

• It allowed more people to acquire wealth and land.

• It reinforced the rigid class system.

What was one long-term cultural result of the recurring plagues in Europe?

• A focus on death in art and literature.

• A surge in investment in military technologies.

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  A revival of Greek and Roman medical practices.

• A rejection of all scientific inquiry.

What was a major motivation for European powers to begin overseas exploration in the 15th century?

• To establish peace treaties with other continents.

• To reduce the population density of European cities.

• To spread industrial technology to isolated regions

•  To gain direct access to Asian spices and goods.

How did the development of the caravel impact European exploration?

• It made land travel faster and safer.

• It allowed longer sea voyages with better maneuverability.

• It discouraged long-distance trade due to high costs.

• It was used primarily for transporting livestock.

How did Prince Henry the Navigator contribute to overseas expansion?

• He personally explored the coasts of Africa.

• He wrote a navigation manual for sailors.

• He discovered the sea route to India.

• He funded expeditions and established a school for navigation.

What navigational advancement was key to long-distance sea travel?

• The astrolabe and magnetic compass.

• The flying shuttle.

• The steam engine.

• The printing press.

Why did European countries establish colonies during the 15th and 16th centuries?

• To access raw materials and control trade routes.

• To explore natural wonders and ancient ruins.

• To escape overpopulation in Europe.

• To build alliances with indigenous empires.