Overview of the Medieval Black Death Lesson

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Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will gain an understanding of the Black Plague during the Middle Ages. They will develop an awareness of the key events and significant consequences resulting from the Black Death. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading, research and watching options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Reading


Step 1: Download a copy of the viewing questions worksheet below:

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Black Death Reading Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the following web page:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete the tables.

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Black Death Research Worksheet.docx
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Option 3: Watch video


Step 1: Download a copy of the viewing questions worksheet:

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The Black Death Viewing Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by watching the documentary below:

Watch on YouTube


Test your learning



Extension activities



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