Standard 1: Demonstrate an understanding of the emergence of the modern world during the period of 1300–1500.
MWH.1.CE: Examine the causes and effects of the events surrounding the Renaissance on the rise of Europe.
This indicator was developed to encourage inquiry into the causes and effects of the Black Death, the influence of the Catholic Church, and the Renaissance during the time period, and their implications on the development of the modern world.
MWH.1.E: Utilize a variety of primary and secondary sources to analyze multiple perspectives of global exchanges.
Students will examine the lyrics to "Ring around the Rosie"
3. Students will work through the black death simulation.
4. Students will read accounts of the Black Death and learn to annotate specific information within the reading: