The Black Death Quiz

What year did the 12 ships drop anchor at a Sicilian port, marking the arrival of the Black Death in Europe?

• 1347

• 1357

• 1367

• 1377

Which regions were affected by the plague before it reached Europe?

• Spain, Portugal, France, and Germany

• China, India, Egypt, Persia, and Syria

• Japan, Korea, Vietnam, and Thailand

• Russia, Ukraine, Poland, and Hungary

What were the initial symptoms of the Black Death?

• Swelling at the lymph nodes

• Rashes on the skin

• Loss of appetite

• Severe headaches

What was a common symptom of the Black Death that appeared on the skin?

• Blackened boils

• Red rashes

• Yellow spots

• White blisters

What did some doctors mistakenly believe caused the spread of the Black Death?

• Cursed objects

• Spirits leaving the body

• Contaminated water

• Bad air

What percentage of the population in the Italian city of Florence perished due to the Black Death?

• 30%

• 50%

• 70%

• 90%

What is the estimated death toll in Europe due to the Black Death according to most estimates?

• 70-90 million

• 50-70 million

• 30-50 million

• 20-30 million

What was the impact of the Black Death on livestock?

• Decimation of livestock

• Increased wool production

• Stable livestock population

• Improved animal health

Which animal is believed to have played a significant role in spreading the Black Death?

• Rats

• Dogs

• Cats

• Birds

What recent theory suggests a different primary vector for the Black Death in Europe?

• Human fleas and lice

• Contaminated food

• Migratory birds

• Polluted rivers