Causes of The Black Death Flashcards
1
Q
What did rich people do to try escape the Black Death?
A
Flee to the countryside in hopes to find “ pure air “
2
Q
What was a common belief about what cause of the Black Death?
A
Miasma
3
Q
What actually caused the Black Death?
A
Fleas on rats
4
Q
What made the Black Death spread faster in towns?
A
Compact houses and filth
5
Q
How was the disease spread?
A
Contact, inhaling droplets or rats
