Medieval History and the Black Plague

The video covers the Black Plague and the Hundred Years War, detailing the spread of the plague from Asia to Europe via the Silk Road, its devastating societal impacts, and the rise of flagellants. It also explains the causes and events of the Hundred Years War, highlighting the role of the longbow in changing medieval warfare and Joan of Arc's influence in fostering French nationalism. The video concludes with the war's aftermath, including the signing of the Magna Carta and the War of the Roses.

Where did the Black Plague originate before spreading to Europe?

• South America

• Africa

• Australia

• Asia

What was the first known case of biological warfare?

• The Mongols launching plague-infected corpses

• The use of poison gas in World War I

• The use of chemical weapons in the Vietnam War

• The bombing of Hiroshima

What was a major societal impact of the Black Plague?

• Rise of new religions

• Advancements in medical science

• Complete societal collapse

• Increased birth rates

Who were the flagellants during the Black Plague?

• People who fled to rural areas

• Traders who spread the plague

• Individuals who whipped themselves for divine mercy

• Doctors treating the plague

What economic change occurred due to the Black Plague?

• Expansion of cities

• Rise in demand for higher wages

• Increase in trade

• Decrease in food prices

What sparked the Hundred Years War?

• A religious conflict

• A conflict over the French throne

• A dispute over the English throne

• A trade disagreement

How did the longbow change medieval warfare?

• It was used primarily for hunting

• It was easier to use than a crossbow

• It was ineffective against cavalry

• It could pierce knight's armor

Who was Joan of Arc?

• A French noblewoman

• A peasant girl who led the French army

• An English queen

• A Spanish princess

What was a significant outcome of the Hundred Years War?

• The unification of France and England

• The emergence of nationalism in Europe

• The decline of the French monarchy

• The rise of the Ottoman Empire

What document was signed as a result of England's defeat in the Hundred Years War?

• The Bill of Rights

• The English Constitution

• The Magna Carta

• The Treaty of Versailles