Rome and the Rise of Christianity

Christianity was founded by a Jew named...

• John the Baptist
• Saul of Tarsus
• Jesus
• Pontius Pilate

Early Christians who were persecuted and died for their beliefs were called...

• Saviors
• Saints
• Migrants
• Martyrs

The Roman Emperor who legalized Christianity with the Edict of Milan was...

• Constantine
• Claudius
• Nero
• Romulus Augustus

What is the name of the amphitheater/arena which still stands today in Rome?

• Colosseum
• Parthenon
• aqueduct
• city-state

A structure that carries water over long distances

• colosseum
• dome
• aqueduct
• arch

Why did the Romans create the republic?

• So they would not have a king in control.
• To defend themselves.
• So that every person could be a citizen.
• So that judges could make laws.

Who were the two main characters in the story that tells the beginnings of Rome?

• Romulus & Remus
• Zeus & Hera
• Ronulus & Roman
• Bill & Ted

Why did the Romans persecute the early Christians?

• Because they looked different.
• Because they liked them.
• Because they were afraid they would get too much power.
• Because they believed in Jesus's teachings.

Which of feature of ancient Rome made it a republic?

• the absence of a king or an emperor
• equality for all adult male citizens
• right to free speech in civic events
• rule of law elected by representatives

The Apostle who spread Christianity throughout Asia Minor and the Greek world was..

• Ptolemy
• Paul
• Nicodemus
• Pontius Pilate