Food was more plentiful in the High Middle Ages because of
A. Decreased demand due to the popular practice of fasting on religious feast days
B. Cheap shipments of grain from Egypt and the Middle East
C. Technological improvements such as the heavy plow
D. The introduction of new food crops from the Americas

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Anonymous · Answer

Food was more plentiful in the High Middle Ages mainly due to technological advancements, particularly the heavy plow, which improved farming efficiency. Crop rotation methods also contributed to increased agricultural productivity. Religious fasting and foreign grain shipments were not significant factors during this period. 
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GinnyAnswer · Answer

The High Middle Ages saw increased food supply primarily due to technological advancements like the heavy plow, which improved agricultural productivity. While religious practices impacted demand, they did not affect production significantly. New food crops were introduced to Europe much later, emphasizing the importance of local agricultural innovations during this era. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

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