Why did Christianity attract so many followers?

It gave hope to the poor and powerless

It promised that if people accepted Jesus they would become rich.

It gave people the ultimate gift of wisdom.

It promised that if people accepted Jesus they would suffer

a person who has become enlightened

a person who spreads the word of God

Why was Jesus put to death?

he rebelled against Jewish leaders

he started a revolt against the Romans

Check all of the reasons why Christianity spread throughout the Roman Empire.

Christianity started during the Pax Romana when travel around the empire was safe.

The Romans had a network of roads to connect the entire empire.

Most people in the empire could understand Latin or Greek, the language of the Apostles.

The apostles sailed across the Atlantic to found new churches in America.

What were arguments between the churches in the east and west?

the leader of the church and use of icons

the New Testament and the Torah

A holy book containing the history and stories of the Christian religion.

A story about early Greek settlers in Italy.

An epic poem about the wars between Rome and Carthage.

A myth telling how Remus and Romulus founded Rome.

Christianity is a ____ religion based on the life and teachings of ____.

monotheistic; Jesus of Nazareth

polytheistic; Jesus of Nazareth

What was Paul of Tarsus responsible for?

Spreading Christianity around Roman World

Spreading Christianity around Israel Territory

Causing uprisings against Roman government

Causing uprisings in the cities of Israel

Through what ways did Christianity spread?

Missionaries: people who taught religion to those who don't believe

Monasteries: where monks and nuns helped the poor and ran hospitals & schools

Communities: places where Christians lived and took care of other's needs

In A.D. 1051, the church split into what two churches?

Roman Catholic/ Eastern Orthodox

Western Orthodox/ Eastern Orthodox

What happened to the Christian missionary, Paul?

He was jailed, then beheaded by the Romans

He betrayed Jesus and killed himself

He wrote one of the gospels for the Old Testament

Why were Christians a problem for the Romans? You may choose more than one answer.

Many would not serve in the Roman Army

They would not recognize or respect the Roman gods

They refused to worship the Roman emperor as a god

They held many violent protests

What is a missionary?

someone who travels and spreads their religion to other places

someone who dies for their religion

somone who preaches in a Christian church

someone who opens a mission or place of worship

Originally Christianity was suppressed by Roman authorities –

but later it became the official state religion.

but later it was tolerated, but not accepted.

and continued to remain illegal until the Empire’s fall.

and eventually died out within the Empire.

Why have different Christian denominations developed over time?

People have interpreted the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth differently.

People have disagreed about the importance of Jesus of Nazareth.

The Romans persecuted Christians in different places.

The Romans continued to worship their own gods.

What does it mean when a Christian is baptized?

Shows a person wants to be clean of sins.

Shows a person wants to be clean of all diseases.

Shows a person is devoting themself to the Roman gods.

Shows a person is promising to fight Judaism.

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Where was the birthplace of Christianity?

Christianity was born in Egypt, right near the ancient pyramids.

Christianity was founded in modern day Saudi Arabia. Its two holiest cities are Mecca and Medina.

Christianity was born in America. It was adapted from Native American religions.

A territory at the eatern end of the Mediterranean Sea. Romans called it Judea. It was once a part of the ancient Kingdom of Israel.

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According to the New Testament, what happened to Jesus three days after his crucifixion by the Romans?

Jesus died and was cremated. His ashes were spread in a cave.

Jesus rose from the dead and appeared to his disciples. This is know as the Resurrection.

Jesus was buried in a local cemetery and he received a never-ending line of visitors.

Jesus was baptized after his death. Christians believe this is why he is the Savior.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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According to Christian teaching, what is the Trinity?

The three monotheistic western religions - Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

The first three and most holy of the Ten Commandments.

According to Christian teaching, God consists of three beings in one - Father, Son and Holy Spirit - in a union.

The three holiest of prophets - Abraham, Noah, and Moses.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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According to Christians, what is the purpose of the sacrament of baptism?

To officially make you a member of the Christian church and forgive Original Sin

To cleanse you of dirt

To confess and receive attonement for your misgivings

To intake the body and blood of Christ

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How does Christianity compare to other world religions in terms of the the number of followers?

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What did Jesus teach that God wanted his followers to do?

They are to read our Bible five times each day.

They are to pray five times a day facing Jerusalem.

Since God created and loved all people, they are to love God and one another.

They are to travel to Jerusalem at least once in their lifetime.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What do Christians believe?

Jesus is the son of God

God sent Jesus to save people from their sins by his death on the cross

Like Jesus, people can be resurrected after death and join God in eternal life

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Where was the birthplace of Christianity?

According to the New Testament, what happened to Jesus three days after his crucifixion by the Romans?

According to Christian teaching, what is the Trinity?

According to Christians, what is the purpose of the sacrament of baptism?

How does Christianity compare to other world religions in terms of the the number of followers?

What did Jesus teach that God wanted his followers to do?

What do Christians believe?

Christianity is an extension of what religion?

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