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The Black Death

The Black Death was a deadly plague that swept through Europe, Asia and North Africa in the 1300s. It killed a huge number of people and changed society.

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The Black Death spread along trade routes, carried by fleas that lived on rats.

All about The Black Death

The Black Death was a deadly plague that spread through Europe, Asia and North Africa in the 1300s. It killed a large part of the population.

It spread along trade routes, carried by fleas living on rats.

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Real-life uses of The Black Death

  • Studying how diseases spread
  • Understanding medieval society
  • Learning why hygiene matters

Frequently asked questions about The Black Death

What spread the Black Death?

Fleas living on rats.

When did it spread across Europe?

In the 1300s.