Topic #1 Lesson #2 - Origins of Christianity

Which best describes the Jewish response to Roman rule?

• Most Jews supported a violent resistance to Rome.

• Most Jews accepted Roman rule.

• Many Jews were opposed to Roman rule.

• Most Jews believed a Messiah would end Roman rule.

According to the Gospels, which was not an event in Jesus's life?

• He was born miraculously

• He became an emperor of the Roman empire

• He was resurrected

• He was crucified

Which best describes Paul’s position after his conversion?

• He called for Jews to tolerate Christianity.

• He promoted Christianity among non-Jews.

• He called for Christians to adopt Jewish practices.

• He called for Christians to break away from Judaism.

After Emperor Constantine's dream about "fighting under the sign of the cross," what happend? 

• He fought to stop the persecution of Christians

• He won his battle

• He converted to Christianity

• All of the above

Which feature of the Roman empire most contributed to the spread of Christianity?

• the widespread use of the Latin language

• widespread poverty and inequality

• the empire’s military power

• the ease of travel around the empire

Who was Jesus and what did he teach?

• He was a descendent of King David

• He taught people to live a good life according to God

• Both A and B