What Was the Black Death?

What Was the Black Death?

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History, Health Sciences, Biology

1st - 6th Grade

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The video discusses the Black Death of 1348, highlighting its two forms: the bubonic plague, spread by fleas, causing symptoms like buboes and high fever, and the pneumonic plague, which affects the lungs and spreads through coughing, leading to rapid death. The video emphasizes the historical belief that the plague was a divine punishment and provides a modern understanding of its transmission.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What were the people's beliefs about the cause of the Black Death in 1348?

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What was the general reaction of people to the Black Death during its outbreak?

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Describe the symptoms of the bubonic plague as mentioned in the text.

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How is the pneumonic plague different from the bubonic plague?

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What advice is given to prevent the spread of germs related to the pneumonic plague?

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