5 Questions
What event marked the end of the Dark Ages?
The fall of the Eastern Roman Empire
Which technological advancement helped increase food production in Europe during the Dark Ages?
Introduction of crop rotation
What was one impact of the bad weather in 1315 on Europe?
Thousands died of hunger
During the Dark Ages, which literary works were produced?
Epic poems like Beowulf and The Divine Comedy
Which event devastated Europe between 1346 and 1353, killing millions of people?
Black Death pandemic
Explore the origins of the term 'Dark Ages' and how it was influenced by Petrarch's comparison of ancient civilizations with the culture that followed. Learn about Petrarch's belief in a period of light represented by the Greeks and Romans, contrasting with the perceived inferiority of the subsequent culture, economy, and society.
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