What were the Móðuharðindin, the Mist Hardships of 1783–84?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Famine and disease after the Laki eruption
- Step 1: The Laki fissure eruption released large amounts of volcanic gases and ash. Step 2. The fallout poisoned grass and killed animals, and famine followed. Answer: Famine and disease after the Laki eruption. Why not the others: There was no war, the Cod Wars came later, and the disaster was volcanic.
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