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What was the primary reason for the Roman installation of Pontius Pilate as governor of Judea?
What was the primary reason for the Roman installation of Pontius Pilate as governor of Judea?
The Jewish people of Judea were primarily polytheistic.
The Jewish people of Judea were primarily polytheistic.
False (B)
What does the term 'Christ' mean?
What does the term 'Christ' mean?
anointed one
The dispersal of Jewish people after the Roman suppression of their revolt is known as the ______.
The dispersal of Jewish people after the Roman suppression of their revolt is known as the ______.
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Match the following Roman figures with their actions related to Christianity:
Match the following Roman figures with their actions related to Christianity:
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What was the main cause of the Jewish revolts against Roman rule?
What was the main cause of the Jewish revolts against Roman rule?
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Christians were never persecuted by Roman authorities.
Christians were never persecuted by Roman authorities.
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Who became the leader of the Christians after Jesus' crucifixion?
Who became the leader of the Christians after Jesus' crucifixion?
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What was Jesus' main message during his preaching in Judea?
What was Jesus' main message during his preaching in Judea?
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Emperor Nero blamed the Christians for starting a fire in Rome.
Emperor Nero blamed the Christians for starting a fire in Rome.
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The stories say that the shift in Constantine's attitude toward Christianity came about when he saw a ______ before a battle.
The stories say that the shift in Constantine's attitude toward Christianity came about when he saw a ______ before a battle.
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What happened to Judea as a result of the Jewish revolt from 132 to 135 AD?
What happened to Judea as a result of the Jewish revolt from 132 to 135 AD?
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What is the term for Christians who died for their faith?
What is the term for Christians who died for their faith?
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The Roman Empire persecuted Christians because they refused to make sacrifices to Roman gods and the ___________.
The Roman Empire persecuted Christians because they refused to make sacrifices to Roman gods and the ___________.
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Match the following individuals with their role:
Match the following individuals with their role:
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Which of the following is NOT a way Christians were persecuted?
Which of the following is NOT a way Christians were persecuted?
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Why did Constantine choose to build a new capital city?
Why did Constantine choose to build a new capital city?
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Ethiopia was the first non-Roman empire to adopt Christianity.
Ethiopia was the first non-Roman empire to adopt Christianity.
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What symbol did Constantine claim he saw in a dream before his crucial battle?
What symbol did Constantine claim he saw in a dream before his crucial battle?
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Constantine's new capital was established after his death.
Constantine's new capital was established after his death.
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What is the modern-day name of Byzantion?
What is the modern-day name of Byzantion?
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The current pope is considered the successor of _________, also known as Saint Peter.
The current pope is considered the successor of _________, also known as Saint Peter.
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The official language of the Roman Catholic Church is ______.
The official language of the Roman Catholic Church is ______.
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What did Constantine do after winning a crucial battle?
What did Constantine do after winning a crucial battle?
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What is the name of the style of building in which many churches are constructed, mirroring a Roman structure?
What is the name of the style of building in which many churches are constructed, mirroring a Roman structure?
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Match the following Roman Empire roles with their equivalent in the Catholic Church:
Match the following Roman Empire roles with their equivalent in the Catholic Church:
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The persecution of Christians continued after Constantine's reign.
The persecution of Christians continued after Constantine's reign.
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Which of the following is a main Christian movement?
Which of the following is a main Christian movement?
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Constantine united the Roman Empire and established his new capital by the time of his ______.
Constantine united the Roman Empire and established his new capital by the time of his ______.
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In Constantine's time, who were the highest ranking officials?
In Constantine's time, who were the highest ranking officials?
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Flashcards
Monotheism vs. Polytheism
Monotheism vs. Polytheism
Jewish people believed in one God, while the Romans worshipped multiple gods.
Bar Kokhba Revolt
Bar Kokhba Revolt
A Jewish revolt against Roman rule in Judea, taking place from 132 to 135 AD.
Jewish Diaspora
Jewish Diaspora
The scattering of Jewish people from their homeland, caused by Roman suppression.
Jesus of Nazareth's Teachings
Jesus of Nazareth's Teachings
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Early Christians
Early Christians
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Crucifixion of Jesus
Crucifixion of Jesus
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Christian Martyrs
Christian Martyrs
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Growth of Christianity
Growth of Christianity
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Constantine the Great
Constantine the Great
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Christianization of the Roman Empire
Christianization of the Roman Empire
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Why did Constantine build Constantinople?
Why did Constantine build Constantinople?
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When did Emperor Constantine die?
When did Emperor Constantine die?
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What major change did Constantine make regarding Christianity?
What major change did Constantine make regarding Christianity?
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What is the official language of the Roman Catholic Church?
What is the official language of the Roman Catholic Church?
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What architectural style is common in Catholic churches?
What architectural style is common in Catholic churches?
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Who is the leader of the Roman Catholic Church?
Who is the leader of the Roman Catholic Church?
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How does the Roman Catholic Church's organization reflect the Roman Empire?
How does the Roman Catholic Church's organization reflect the Roman Empire?
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What is the similarity between the Roman Empire and the Catholic Church regarding leadership?
What is the similarity between the Roman Empire and the Catholic Church regarding leadership?
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How does the Roman Empire's local leadership connect to the Catholic Church?
How does the Roman Empire's local leadership connect to the Catholic Church?
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What was the position of bishops during Constantine's time?
What was the position of bishops during Constantine's time?
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Who was Peter?
Who was Peter?
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Who was Emperor Nero?
Who was Emperor Nero?
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What is persecution?
What is persecution?
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Who were the martyrs?
Who were the martyrs?
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Who was Constantine the Great?
Who was Constantine the Great?
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What was the Battle of Milvian Bridge?
What was the Battle of Milvian Bridge?
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What is the Christian cross?
What is the Christian cross?
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What is the meaning of spreading the faith?
What is the meaning of spreading the faith?
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Why did Christians care for the sick and poor?
Why did Christians care for the sick and poor?
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Who was Ethiopia?
Who was Ethiopia?
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