Nero Persecute the Christians, 64 A.D (Eyewitness to History)

Of what empire was Nero the emperor?

• Greek

• Mongol

• Roman

• Byzantine

Approximately how many years were there between Jesus' crucifixion (c.33 A.D.) and the beginning of Emperor Nero's reign(56 A.D.)?

• 33 years

• 23 years

• 89 years

What group or groups was Christianity popular with in the Roman Empire?

• the poor

• immigrants

• Plebeians

• Patricians

Why did Jews and Romans fear Christians?

• Christians talked about the creation of a new kingdom and king.

• Christians were extremely popular and were growing in size.

• Christians were very militaristic.

• Christians were very demanding and influential.

Why did Emperor Nero blame Christians for the fire that destroyed much of Rome in 64 A.D.?

• Because they really were the group that set the fire.

• He knew this enemies set the fire but decided to shift the blame to another group in an attempt to befriend some of his enemies.

• He was blamed for the fire, so he re-directed the blame upon the Christians.

How did Nero get Christians to confess that they started the fire in Rome?

• He blackmailed them.

• He bribed them.

• He threatened their families and business acquaintances.

• He tortured them.

Why did some Romans have sympathy for the Christians while they were being tortured and executed?

• They were tortured and executed in such horrible ways.

• They were friends with some of the Christians.

• They hated Nero.

What crime were the Christians convicted of so they could be more easily executed?

• Crimes against humanity

• War crimes

• Hating the human race

• Not worshipping the Roman deities

Which of the following ways was NOT used to execute the Christians?

• Wild beast attacked & killed them.

• Many were hung.

• Christians were crucified.

• Some were burned alive.

How did Emperor Nero behave during the executions of the Christians?

• He wasn't even present. He was in his country villa.

• He enjoyed a nice dinner while watching.

• He stayed away from the Coliseum but had reports of the executions provided to him.

• He enjoyed the executions. In fact, he mingled with the crowds and dressed like a charioteer.