Black death Flashcards
What were the causes of the Black Death?
The Black Death was caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis, spread by fleas on rats.
How did the plague enter Europe?
The plague entered Europe via trade routes, likely through rats on ships.
What are Buboes?
Swollen lymph nodes that appeared as painful, dark lumps, characteristic of the bubonic plague.
What is the Bubonic Plague?
A deadly disease caused by Yersinia pestis, characterized by fever, chills, and buboes.
What were the symptoms of the plague?
Fever, chills, swollen lymph nodes (buboes), and fatigue.
What were Medieval Cures for the Plague?
Bloodletting, leeching, and using herbal remedies.
What was the role of the Plague Doctor?
Plague doctors were hired to treat those infected, often wearing beaked masks filled with herbs to avoid infection.
What were the Long-term Impacts of the Black Death?
Drastic population decline, economic hardship, social upheaval, and changes in religious beliefs.
What were the Short-term Impacts of the Black Death?
Widespread death, panic, and social instability. Many workers died, leading to labor shortages.
