public heath in the black death? Flashcards
1
Q
why did it spread quickly in towns?
A
cause of how tightly packed the houses were
2
Q
where did the rich move?
A
the countryside
3
Q
why did they move to the countryside?
A
for “pure fresh air” miasma
4
Q
what happened if you showed symptoms in houses
A
the householders would force you out onto the streets
5
Q
why did king Edward iii write a letter?
A
instructions to clean up the city
6
Q
who did king Edward iii write to?
A
the mayor of london
7
Q
when did the black death first die down?
A
1350
8
Q
when did the black death strike again?
A
1361-62
9
Q
what % of the population of england die?
A
3-6 million %
10
Q
how far did it reach in five hundred days?
A
five hundred miles
