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Why were well-constructed roads important for the spread of Christianity throughout the Roman Empire?
Why were well-constructed roads important for the spread of Christianity throughout the Roman Empire?
- To create barriers to prevent the spread of Christianity.
- To encourage the worship of Roman Gods along the way.
- To provide security to Christians against persecution.
- To facilitate easy travel for Christians between regions. (correct)
What role did language play in the spread of Christianity in the Roman Empire?
What role did language play in the spread of Christianity in the Roman Empire?
- It allowed Christians to communicate easily with most people in the empire. (correct)
- It promoted the worship of Roman Gods among Christians.
- It led to cultural conflicts and discouraged the spread of Christianity.
- It hindered communication between Christians and non-Christians.
What aspect of Christianity provided comfort to people during difficult times?
What aspect of Christianity provided comfort to people during difficult times?
- The encouragement of warfare as a way to resolve problems.
- The support for the emperor as a God.
- The strict adherence to Roman traditions and festivals.
- The promise of a better afterlife. (correct)
Why did some Romans view Christians as a threat to the empire?
Why did some Romans view Christians as a threat to the empire?
How did living in communal communities contribute to the appeal of Christianity?
How did living in communal communities contribute to the appeal of Christianity?
What event led Constantine to become a strong supporter of Christianity?
What event led Constantine to become a strong supporter of Christianity?
What did Constantine do after issuing the Edict of Milan in 313 C.E.?
What did Constantine do after issuing the Edict of Milan in 313 C.E.?
How did Constantine's successor, Theodosius, impact Christianity in the Roman Empire?
How did Constantine's successor, Theodosius, impact Christianity in the Roman Empire?
What role did Constantine's mother, Helena, play in the growth of Christianity?
What role did Constantine's mother, Helena, play in the growth of Christianity?
How did Christians benefit during Constantine's rule when it came to government service?
How did Christians benefit during Constantine's rule when it came to government service?
What event prompted Emperor Constantine to pray for victory before the battle?
What event prompted Emperor Constantine to pray for victory before the battle?
Why did Emperor Constantine use the sign of the cross as a safeguard for his armies?
Why did Emperor Constantine use the sign of the cross as a safeguard for his armies?
How did Emperor Constantine react to the miraculous sign he saw in the sky before the battle?
How did Emperor Constantine react to the miraculous sign he saw in the sky before the battle?
In what way did Emperor Constantine's use of the cross influence his soldiers?
In what way did Emperor Constantine's use of the cross influence his soldiers?
What role did the Roman Empire play in Emperor Constantine's adoption of the cross as a symbol?
What role did the Roman Empire play in Emperor Constantine's adoption of the cross as a symbol?
What action did King Ezana of Axum take in 334 C.E.?
What action did King Ezana of Axum take in 334 C.E.?
Which city-state was defeated by Axum around 300 C.E.?
Which city-state was defeated by Axum around 300 C.E.?
What was the significance of the Battle of Milvian Bridge for Constantine?
What was the significance of the Battle of Milvian Bridge for Constantine?
In what century were the Roman Catacombs used for burials and funeral meals?
In what century were the Roman Catacombs used for burials and funeral meals?
What role did Constantine play in supporting Christianity?
What role did Constantine play in supporting Christianity?
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