Which best describes the right answer to:
The Black Death first came to Europe-
a) through sailors in Italian ports.
or
b) through merchants trading in France.
I know that it was spread through ship. But the wordings that she put is so confusing....
this is what I got
1. a
2. c
3. a
4. c
5. b
Yes, a is the best answer.
To determine the correct answer to this question, we need to evaluate the available options and consider the historical context of the Black Death.
Option a) suggests that the Black Death first arrived in Europe through sailors in Italian ports. Option b) suggests that it came through merchants trading in France.
The Black Death was a devastating pandemic that occurred during the 14th century, specifically from 1347 to 1351. It is widely believed that the disease originated in Asia, specifically in the region of Central Asia, and then traveled along major trade routes.
To find the correct answer, you can consider the historical context. During the 14th century, Italian ports, particularly in the regions of Sicily and Genoa, were major trade hubs connecting Europe and Asia. Ships coming from Asia, including those sailing from the ports of the Black Sea, arrived in Italian ports and brought with them the plague-carrying fleas on rats that were on board. This suggests that option a) is more likely to be the correct answer.
Therefore, the best answer is a) through sailors in Italian ports.