A Long and Illustrious History
What was the Black Death?
AA devastating plague that killed about a third of England's population in 1348 ✓
BA prolonged and devastating war fought between England and France in the 14th century
CA type of polluting coal-smoke that darkened the skies over medieval English cities
DA long period of severe economic depression that affected England in the 14th century
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is A devastating plague that killed about a third of England's population in 1348.
The Black Death was a devastating plague (most likely bubonic plague) that reached Britain in 1348. It killed about a third of England's population and had a similar impact on Scotland and Wales.
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