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Historical Research and Study: The Black Death — Quiz

Question 9 • *KCPS World History (2027)

Why did many people seek help from priests as the Black Death spread through Europe?

Answer
A
Their families died and needed forgiveness.
B
They did not trust doctors to find a treatment.
C
They believed the plague was punishment.
D
Their prayers alone had not provided a cure.

Explanation

Many people believed the Black Death was punishment from God, so they turned to priests for spiritual guidance and help. Choice C, “They believed the plague was punishment,” best explains why people sought priests as the disease spread.

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