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What is a tide mill and when was the earliest excavated example found?
A tide mill is a type of water mill powered by tidal movements, with the earliest excavated example dating from 787 AD at Nendrum Monastery.
How did the invention of the spinning wheel impact textile production in Europe?
The spinning wheel replaced hand spinning, significantly increasing efficiency in textile production in Europe.
What are some characteristics of the universities that emerged in the 1100s in Western Europe?
Modern universities, such as Oxford and Cambridge, developed during the 1100s, characterized by formalized learning structures and curricula.
What significant health crisis occurred in the 14th century, and what preventive measure was introduced?
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What role did the Republic of Ragusa play in the history of public health during the Middle Ages?
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Study Notes
Tide Mill
- A type of water mill powered by the rise and fall of tides
- The earliest excavated tide mill dates back to 787 AD and is located at the Nendrum Monastery on an island in Strangford Lough, Northern Ireland
Spinning Wheel
- Likely invented in India but with unclear origins
- Reached Europe through the Middle East during the Middle Ages
- Replaced the hand spinning method
- Became a key tool in textile production
Universities
- The first universities emerged in the 1000s
- By the 1100s, modern universities began to appear in Western Europe, with notable examples being Oxford and Cambridge in England
Crisis of the Late Middle Ages
- Occurred during the 14th century
- Marked by the Black Death plague
- Led to the development of quarantine techniques, originally a 40-day period, introduced by the Republic of Ragusa to prevent disease spread
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Explore significant innovations and societal changes during the Middle Ages, including the development of tide mills, spinning wheels, and universities. This quiz also covers the crisis of the Late Middle Ages, characterized by the Black Death. Test your knowledge on these historical topics!
