The Origins and Spread of Christianity

How did Emperor Constantine affect the spread of Christianity?

• He freed Christians from Roman rule.

• He had Christians be killed by wild animals.

• He freed Christians to worship openly.

• He made Christianity the officail religion of Rome.

Why did many Jews distrust King Herod?

• They believed he was controlled by the Romans.

• He believed in many gods.

• He punished Jewish people.

• He rebuilt the Temple of Jerusalem.

Jesus probably grew up in the town of Nazareth and learned his father's work of

(a)  

According to the earliest written accounts, what did Jesus emphasize in his teachings?

• revenge

• justice

• obedience

• love

The New Testament tells that the rulers of Jerusalem had Jesus arrested because they

• had told him to stay in Galilee

• insisted he worship the emperor

• feared he would lead a revolt

• wanted to conquer the Jews

Jesus was born when what Roman emperor was in power?

(a)  

What is the main source of early information about the life of Jesus?

• the Latin writings of Roman historians

• Gospels written in Greek by his followers

• Egyptian scrolls found near the Dead Sea

• scribes who recorded his deeds in Hebrew

How did Paul continue to have influence while in jail?

• preaching through the window

• writing letters

• converting fellow prisoners

• persecuting Christians

According to the New Testament, which event started Jesus's years of public preaching?

• The rabbis in Jerusalem were impressed with his knowledge of Jewish law.

• King Herod passed a harsh law that made Jesus angry.

• One of the disciples asked him a question.

• John the Baptist identified Jesus as the Messiah.

According to Jesus, what would the kingdom of God be like?

• A new emperor would be crowned.

• People would live according to God's will.

• A land of gold and honey.

• The Roman Empire would end.