World History Topic 6.4

What best describes the origins of Christianity?

• It became a religion after the crucifixion of Jesus.

• It was based on Jesus' Sermon on the Mount.

• It emerged after Jesus and his disciples traveled to Jerusalem.

• It emerged from Judaism and was based on the teachings of Jesus.

What was the effect of Paul's work?

• He united Jews and Christians.

• He spread Christianity.

• He stopped the persecution of Christians.

• He established the church hierarchy.

Which factor assisted the spread of Christianity?

• unity within the empire

• dissatisfaction with the Roman gods

• insane Roman emperors

• similarities between Roman religions and Christianity

One central belief of Christianity is that

• forgiveness is unattainable.

• Jesus will bring spiritual salvation and eternal life to believers.

• true believers must become martyrs.

• three different gods make up the trinity.

Fearing that Hellenistic influences were weakening their religion, many Jews believed it was important to

• renounce their Roman citizenship.

• serve as members of the clergy.

• strictly adhere to Jewish laws and traditions.

• serve as missionaries.