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1 Slide A: The Black Death
What was the Black Death? A deadly plague that spread across Europe from Caused by bacteria and spread by black rats and fleas. 3 forms: Pneumonic - lungs; death in a matter of days Septicemic - attacked the bloodstream Bubonic - bubbles on the body

2 Why couldn’t people stop the Black Death?
People were ignorant about its cause; they blamed the stars, God, and the Jews. They tried ineffective cures such as pomanders, flagellation, and repentance of sins.

3 How did the Black Death change life in Europe?
Killed one-third of the population. Forced farmers to diversify their crops. Reduced the power of the feudal lords. People move to cities to earn better wages. Peasants demanded more freedom.

4 How did the Black Death spread throughout Europe?
Originated in Mongolia and spread to the Black Sea along the Silk Road. Bacteria carried from fleas who lived on black rats. Italian merchant ships brought rats to Europe along with trade goods. First appears in Sicily then spreads.

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