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The Black Death
⭐ MasteredThe Black Death was a deadly plague that swept through Europe, Asia and North Africa in the 1300s. It killed a huge number of people and changed society.
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The Black Death spread along trade routes, carried by fleas that lived on rats.
All about The Black Death
The Black Death was a deadly plague that spread through Europe, Asia and North Africa in the 1300s. It killed a large part of the population.
It spread along trade routes, carried by fleas living on rats.
Millions of people died, and whole villages were left empty.
With fewer workers, people who survived sometimes gained better wages and more freedom. Doctors and scientists learned more about disease, and public health improved over time.
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Real-life uses of The Black Death
- Studying how diseases spread
- Understanding medieval society
- Learning why hygiene matters
Frequently asked questions about The Black Death
What spread the Black Death?
Fleas living on rats.
When did it spread across Europe?
In the 1300s.