Understanding the Black Death

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What was the Black Death?

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A devastating pandemic

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What bacteria caused the Black Death?

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Yersinia pestis

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How did the Black Death primarily spread? Options: Through the air, Through fleas on rats, Through contaminated food, Through water

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Through fleas on rats

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What were the swollen lymph nodes caused by the Black Death called?

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Buboes

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What was one of the symptoms of the Black Death?

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Fever and chills

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What animal played a significant role in the spread of the Black Death? Options: Dogs, Cats, Rats, Birds

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Rats