1. Medieval cities and associated problems Block 2

2. BELLWORK: Block 2
Read pgs and your notes from Block 1about the revival of trade and it’s impact on cities in Medieval Europe.
Describe the gradual revival of trade.
List three effects of the growth of trade in Medieval Europe.
Why did the revival of trade cause cities to grow?
Get your notes and questions ready for our courtroom “debate.”

3. Make a prediction  What problems could arise with the growth of cities?

4. The Bubonic Plague
The Bubonic Plague, also known as The Black Plague or The Black Death spread throughout Europe between
The Black Plague was one of the most devastating pandemics in history:
Killed 1/3 of the population in Europe and Asia
Reduced world’s population from 450M to 350M by 1400.
It took 150 years for Europe’s population to recover
Started in East Asia and spread west throughout Europe

5. List three theories on the causes of the Black Plague.
Use “The Black Plague” reading to answer the following questions. Be ready to discuss!
List three theories on the causes of the Black Plague.
What actually caused the Black Plague?
How did the Black Plague spread?
What is the difference between the Bubonic Plague and the Pneumonic Plague?
Explain the symptoms of the Black Plague.
How did the Black Plague affect Europe?

6. Spread of the Black Plague in Europe

8. Followed by a severe fever and vomiting of blood
The Bubonic Plague
Symptoms started with the appearance of boils in the neck and armpits, which oozed pus and blood when opened.
Followed by a severe fever and vomiting of blood
Body would be covered with black spots and rashes
Sometimes it infected the lungs and caused respiratory problems.
Most victims died within 2-7 days after infection.

10. A scene showing plague-infected monks being blessed by a priest
A scene showing plague-infected monks being blessed by a priest. England

11. Some countries chose to burn infected people in groups.

13. Do you know this nursery rhyme?
Ring around the rosies
Pockets full of posies
Ashes, ashes,
We all fall down.
A rosie rash and rings on your skin were symptoms of the Black Plague!
Posies of herbs were carried as protection and to ward off the smell
Ashes, Ashes refers variously to the cremation of bodies, the burning of victims’ houses, or the blackening of their skin

14. Map Quiz Monday!!!!!
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15. Growth of European Kingdoms & Monarchies
As cities began to grow, people desired more organized governments  Kingdoms/monarchies replaced feudal manors.
As a result, organized governments were established in England, France and the Holy Roman Empire.

16. Rise of Monarchies: pgs. 237-239
England
List three aspects of Henry II’s rule that expanded the king’s power.
Describe the Magna Carta.
What is Parliament? What was their role?
France
List two ways Philip IV expanded the monarch’s powers.
Holy Roman Empire
Explain how and why the Holy Roman Empire formed?
What were the consequences of the power struggle between popes and emperors?

17. In 1215, the Magna Carta, was signed by King John of England. (forced)
Government Reform
In 1215, the Magna Carta, was signed by King John of England. (forced)
This important document:
Limited the King’s powers
Protected citizen’s privileges
Respected the rights of the church and religion

18. Rise of Monarchies England France Holy Roman Description of Empire
Important leaders and how they increased power
Changes made to government