Question

why did the population of western europe increase during the middle ages? (1 point)
○ spread of the church
○ improved agricultural technology
○ rise of feudalism
○ the creation of the holy roman empire
thousands of jewish people were murdered or forced to leave western europe because they (1 point)
○ were being quarantined.
○ were blamed for the black death.
○ were trying to escape the plague.
○ had no role in medieval society.
what caused the spread of the bubonic plague? (1 point)
○ bacteria carried by fleas on rodents and lice on humans
○ excessive use of antibiotics
○ through airborne droplets from coughing or sneezing
○ through contaminated water sources

Explanation:

1. Medieval Western Europe's population growth was driven by agricultural advancements (e.g., three-field system, heavy plow) that boosted food production, supporting more people.
2. During the Black Death, Jewish communities were falsely scapegoated for the plague, leading to persecution and expulsion.
3. The Bubonic Plague (Black Death) is caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis, transmitted via fleas on rodents and lice on humans.

Answer:

1. improved agricultural technology
2. were blamed for the Black Death
3. Bacteria carried by fleas on rodents and lice on humans