The Devastation of the Great Plague in the Fourteenth Century

question 24

Multiple Choice

The devastation of the great plague in the fourteenth century led to

• A) the perception of life as something cheap and passing.
• B) a decrease in crime due to an increase in religious piety.
• C) an increase in the number of clergy.
• D) none of the above
• E) all of the above

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Definitions:

REM Sleep

A phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, where vivid dreaming often occurs, and considered important for processing emotions and memories.

Slow-Wave Sleep

A deep sleep stage characterized by slow brain waves, where recovery and growth tend to happen.

Conscious Awareness

The state of being awake and aware of one’s surroundings, thoughts, and experiences.

Circadian Rhythms

The regulation of biological cycles into regular, daily patterns.