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What was the primary reason for the Roman installation of Pontius Pilate as governor of Judea?

  • To ensure the client king had more power.
  • To grant more autonomy to the Jewish population.
  • To take direct control due to waning confidence in the client king. (correct)
  • To encourage Jewish adherence to their existing religion.
  • The Jewish people of Judea were primarily polytheistic.

    False (B)

    What does the term 'Christ' mean?

    anointed one

    The dispersal of Jewish people after the Roman suppression of their revolt is known as the ______.

    <p>diaspora</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Roman figures with their actions related to Christianity:

    <p>Pontius Pilate = Ordered the crucifixion of Jesus Constantine = Made Christianity the official religion Peter = One of the first Christian martyrs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main cause of the Jewish revolts against Roman rule?

    <p>The Roman requirement of emperor worship. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Christians were never persecuted by Roman authorities.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who became the leader of the Christians after Jesus' crucifixion?

    <p>Peter (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Jesus' main message during his preaching in Judea?

    <p>care for others and pleasing God</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Emperor Nero blamed the Christians for starting a fire in Rome.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The stories say that the shift in Constantine's attitude toward Christianity came about when he saw a ______ before a battle.

    <p>Christian symbol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened to Judea as a result of the Jewish revolt from 132 to 135 AD?

    <p>The diaspora began. (A), Half the Jewish population was killed and many villages were destroyed. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for Christians who died for their faith?

    <p>martyrs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Roman Empire persecuted Christians because they refused to make sacrifices to Roman gods and the ___________.

    <p>emperor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their role:

    <p>Peter = First Bishop of Rome Nero = Emperor who persecuted Christians Constantine = Emperor who legalized Christianity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a way Christians were persecuted?

    <p>Given wealth and power (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Constantine choose to build a new capital city?

    <p>He believed Rome was no longer a suitable capital. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ethiopia was the first non-Roman empire to adopt Christianity.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symbol did Constantine claim he saw in a dream before his crucial battle?

    <p>Christian symbols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Constantine's new capital was established after his death.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the modern-day name of Byzantion?

    <p>Istanbul</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The current pope is considered the successor of _________, also known as Saint Peter.

    <p>Peter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The official language of the Roman Catholic Church is ______.

    <p>Latin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Constantine do after winning a crucial battle?

    <p>Made Rome an openly Christian empire (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the style of building in which many churches are constructed, mirroring a Roman structure?

    <p>Basilica (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Roman Empire roles with their equivalent in the Catholic Church:

    <p>Emperor = Pope Consuls and Proconsuls = Archbishops and Bishops Provinces = Dioceses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The persecution of Christians continued after Constantine's reign.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a main Christian movement?

    <p>Roman Catholic Church (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Constantine united the Roman Empire and established his new capital by the time of his ______.

    <p>death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Constantine's time, who were the highest ranking officials?

    <p>Bishops (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Monotheism vs. Polytheism

    Jewish people believed in one God, while the Romans worshipped multiple gods.

    Bar Kokhba Revolt

    A Jewish revolt against Roman rule in Judea, taking place from 132 to 135 AD.

    Jewish Diaspora

    The scattering of Jewish people from their homeland, caused by Roman suppression.

    Jesus of Nazareth's Teachings

    Jesus of Nazareth preached love, compassion, and following God's will, emphasizing a spiritual kingdom.

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    Early Christians

    The followers of Jesus, who believed he was the Messiah and Son of God, forming a new religion.

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    Crucifixion of Jesus

    The act of killing Jesus by Roman authorities, seen as a rebellion against Roman rule.

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    Christian Martyrs

    Christians who willingly died for their beliefs, facing persecution from the Roman Empire.

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    Growth of Christianity

    The spread of Christianity despite Roman persecution through messengers and internal community strength.

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    Constantine the Great

    A Roman emperor who adopted Christianity and made it the official religion of the Roman Empire.

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    Christianization of the Roman Empire

    The period after Constantine when the Roman Empire became a Christian empire, influencing religion and law.

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    Why did Constantine build Constantinople?

    The city of Constantinople was built by Emperor Constantine and became the new capital of the Roman Empire, replacing Rome.

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    When did Emperor Constantine die?

    In 337 AD, Emperor Constantine, who united the Roman Empire and established Constantinople as the capital, passed away.

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    What major change did Constantine make regarding Christianity?

    Constantine the Great ended the persecution of Christians and Christianity was officially recognized within the Roman Empire.

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    What is the official language of the Roman Catholic Church?

    Latin, the official language of the Roman Empire, is still the official language of the Roman Catholic Church.

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    What architectural style is common in Catholic churches?

    Many churches in the Roman Catholic Church are built in the style of a Roman market hall, known as a basilica.

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    Who is the leader of the Roman Catholic Church?

    The leader of the Roman Catholic Church is called the Pope, who is also the Bishop of Rome, reflecting the importance of Rome in the Church.

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    How does the Roman Catholic Church's organization reflect the Roman Empire?

    The power structure of the Roman Catholic Church mirrors the Roman Empire's model, with a hierarchy of leadership.

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    What is the similarity between the Roman Empire and the Catholic Church regarding leadership?

    Just like the Roman Empire had one emperor, the Catholic Church has one Pope, representing the central authority in both.

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    How does the Roman Empire's local leadership connect to the Catholic Church?

    The Roman Empire relied on local rulers within each province called consuls and proconsuls, similar to archbishops and bishops in church provinces and dioceses.

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    What was the position of bishops during Constantine's time?

    Bishops were the highest-ranking officials in Constantine's time, and although not all of them had equal power, they still held a high position in the Church.

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    Who was Peter?

    The first leader of Christians after Jesus' crucifixion. He expanded Christianity to non-Jewish people and became the bishop of Rome.

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    Who was Emperor Nero?

    The Roman emperor who blamed Christians for a fire in Rome and persecuted them.

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    What is persecution?

    The practice of killing or harming people because of their religious beliefs.

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    Who were the martyrs?

    Christians who died for their faith, often in brutal ways.

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    Who was Constantine the Great?

    This emperor allowed Christianity to flourish in Rome, marking the start of its rise in the empire.

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    What was the Battle of Milvian Bridge?

    The event that allowed the Roman Empire to become Christian. Constantine claimed God gave him victory after he saw a vision of the Christian cross in a dream.

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    What is the Christian cross?

    A symbol of Christianity that Constantine saw in his dream before the Battle of Milvian Bridge.

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    What is the meaning of spreading the faith?

    The spread of a religion to new people and places.

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    Why did Christians care for the sick and poor?

    They were the main reason Christianity spread despite persecution. They showed compassion to the sick and poor, and spread the faith through messaging.

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    Who was Ethiopia?

    One of the first nations to embrace Christianity, despite risking persecution for their beliefs.

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