Which major trend in europe is supported by the information in the map?

a. the spread of the black death from europe to africa, asia, and the middle east
b. the growth and development of european towns
c. the development of major christian centers in europe and north africa
d. the importance of farming to the population centers on the map

The correct answer is B: "The growth and development of European towns."

As a consequence of the Crusades and the initial need of shipping Christian Armies to the Middle East, long distance trade reappeared in Europe for the first time since the years of the Roman Empire. The exchange of goods between Europeans and Arabs also reintroduced the use of currency which in turn further facilitated and increased trade operations. In less than a couple of centuries, many European towns went from a subsistence economy (based on the production of the goods strictly needed in the community) to a mercantile economy in which cities produced vast amounts of wealth.

first one the food administration