Ln 1.7 Flashcard Review

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What was one of the far-reaching consequences of the Black Death in Europe?

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The slow breakdown of feudalism.

Answer explanation

The Black Death led to a significant labor shortage, empowering peasants and weakening the feudal system. This shift contributed to the slow breakdown of feudalism, as serfs sought better conditions and wages.

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What did John Wycliffe do that the Church saw as a threat?

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He translated the Bible into English.

Answer explanation

John Wycliffe translated the Bible into English, making it accessible to the laity. This was seen as a threat by the Church, as it undermined their authority and control over religious teachings.

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What happened in France as a result of the Hundred Years’ War?

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The French kings moved to strengthen the monarchy.

Answer explanation

As a result of the Hundred Years' War, the French kings moved to strengthen the monarchy, consolidating power and centralizing authority, which helped to unify France and diminish the influence of feudal lords.

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How did the Hundred Years’ War affect the feudal system?

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New technology and changing military needs made feudal lords obsolete.

Answer explanation

The Hundred Years' War introduced new military technologies like the longbow and cannon, which reduced the reliance on feudal lords for warfare, making them less relevant in the changing military landscape.

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In which century did the Black Death occur?

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14th century

Answer explanation

The Black Death occurred in the 14th century, making the correct answer choice 14th century.

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What percentage of Europe's population died from the Black Death?

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About 30-50%

Answer explanation

The Black Death, which struck Europe in the 14th century, is estimated to have killed about 30-50% of the population, making this the correct choice. Other options underestimate the impact of this devastating pandemic.

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How did the Black Death affect the economy of medieval Europe?

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It caused a severe labor shortage that led to wage increases and weakened the manorial system.

Answer explanation

The Black Death caused a severe labor shortage as many workers died, leading to higher wages for the survivors. This shift weakened the manorial system, as peasants gained more bargaining power and sought better conditions.

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European Jews were blamed and persecuted as being the cause of the Black Death by Christians during the Middle Ages, resulting in many Jews relocating to the country of _________, where the king welcomed them.

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Poland

Answer explanation

During the Middle Ages, many European Jews faced persecution and were blamed for the Black Death. Poland became a refuge for them, as the king welcomed Jewish communities, making it a significant destination for relocation.

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A combination of ignorance and prejudice resulted in Christians blaming and persecuting ______ for causing the Bubonic Plague (the Black Death) in medieval Europe. Options: Jews, foreigners, beggars and pilgrims, Romani, friars, all of these.

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All of these.

Answer explanation

During the Middle Ages, the Bubonic Plague was often blamed on various groups, including Jews, foreigners, beggars, pilgrims, and Romani. This led to widespread persecution, making 'All of these' the correct answer.

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Due to labor shortages as a result of the Black Death, much of the feudal economy shifted from being based mostly on growing crops to raising sheep, as the raising of sheep requires less labor than the large-scale cultivation of crops.

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Verdad (True)

Answer explanation

Verdad is correct because the labor shortages from the Black Death led to a shift in the feudal economy towards raising sheep, which required less labor compared to large-scale crop cultivation.