Primitive-Renaissance Times Test

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During which time period did the bubonic plague occur? Options: Dark Ages, Middle Ages, Renaissance, 16th Century

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Middle Ages

Front

In primitive times, people believed that the cause of disease and illness was: viruses, bacteria, poor nutrition, punishment from the Gods

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punishment from the Gods

Front

In primitive times, insanity, epilepsy, and headaches were treated by drilling a hole in the skull. This procedure is called:

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trepanation

Front

In primitive times, what member of society treated illnesses by conducting ceremonies to drive out evil spirits?

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witch doctor

Front

What did the Romans develop, by using knowledge obtained from the ancient Greeks, to prevent disease?

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apothecaries

Front

The acceptance of human body dissection, and a renewed interest in the science of medicine, both occurred during the:

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Renaissance

Front

The invention of what diagnostic instrument confirmed that diseases were caused by microorganisms and not angry Gods?

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microscope

Front

Which ancient civilization is credited with the development of the first known medical texts?

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Egyptians

Front

What was the primary method of disease prevention in ancient China?

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Acupuncture

Front

What was the "Carrie" of the bubonic plague across Europe?

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Black rat