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What was the primary disease responsible for the deaths recorded in the table from 1865 to 1905?
What was the primary disease responsible for the deaths recorded in the table from 1865 to 1905?
Which factor is primarily responsible for the spread of malaria as indicated in the context provided?
Which factor is primarily responsible for the spread of malaria as indicated in the context provided?
In what decade were significant sanitary measures introduced by the British governor in response to diseases?
In what decade were significant sanitary measures introduced by the British governor in response to diseases?
What was one of the measures taken to improve health conditions in the 1880s?
What was one of the measures taken to improve health conditions in the 1880s?
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Which of the following groups was notably affected by malaria during the 19th century according to the content?
Which of the following groups was notably affected by malaria during the 19th century according to the content?
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Study Notes
Malaria in Mauritius
- The table shows the number of deaths from malaria in Mauritius between 1865 and 1905
- The source of the disease is mosquitos
- The text doesn't specify which group of people were affected by malaria in the 19th century
- It is stated that a "secret group" was mostly affected, but this isn't completed
Diseases of the 19th Century
- Malaria was one of the deadliest diseases in Mauritius during the mid-19th century.
- Cholera and the plague were other significant diseases that caused many deaths.
Sanitary Measures
- The British governor introduced sanitary measures in the 1880s to fight disease.
- These included supplying pipe water to some areas, establishing new hospitals and dispensaries, and increasing vaccination rates.
- Reforestation was also part of the plan.
Consequences of Lack of Education
- The text prompts a discussion about the consequences of a lack of education in the 19th century.
Mahatma Gandhi
- The text mentions Mahatma Gandhi briefly, without context.
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Description
This quiz explores the impact of malaria and other diseases in Mauritius during the 19th century. It examines the role of the British governor's sanitary measures and discusses the consequences of a lack of education during that period. Delve into the historical context and the public health responses that shaped Mauritius.
