SSC MTS EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -The institution of the Catholic Church greatly suffered from the Black Death, and one of the major factors was the decline in the reputation of the clergy. The clergy were significant members of medieval society because they served as a direct link between the laity and the Church.

Detailed explanation-2: -Plague has occurred in people of all ages (infants up to age 96), though 50% of cases occur in people ages 12–45. It occurs in both men and women, though historically is slightly more common among men, probably because of increased outdoor activities that put them at higher risk.

Detailed explanation-3: -As the hysteria quieted down, some Christians turned their anger at the Catholic Church that seemed helpless to stop the Black Death. In fact, many local priests either died of the plague or abandoned their parishes when it struck. The church’s failure led to thousands of people joining the Flagellant Movement.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Black Death was the largest demographic shock in European history, killing approximately 40% of the region’s population between 1347 and 1352. Some regions and cities were spared, but others were severely hit: England, France, Italy and Spain lost between 50% and 60% of their populations in two years.