Christianity and the Byzantine Empire Quiz

Before Christianity, was the religion in ancient Rome monotheistic or polytheistic?

• Monotheistic
• Polytheistic

What religion was excused from worshiping the Roman gods?

• Hinduism
• Christianity
• Judaism
• Buddhism

Why was Jesus arrested and crucified?

• The Jewish leaders felt challenged and the Roman leaders were afraid he could cause a rebellion.
• The Roman leaders felt challenged and the Jewish leaders were afraid he could cause a riot.
• The Buddhists in ancient Rome wanted Buddhism to be the official Roman relgion.
• The Hindus in ancient Rome wanted Hinduism to be the official Roman religion.

Why was Christianity appealing to so many people in ancient Rome?

• It was attractive to all classes.
• Women could participate
• There was promise of salvation for all.
• All of the above.

Which edict made Christianity the official state religion of the Roman Empire?

• The Edict of Thessalonica
• The Edict of Milan
• The Edict of Justinian
• The Edict of Jesus

Who was Justinian?

• The Byzantine emperor who wanted to separate Byzantium from Rome.
• The Byzantine emperor who wanted to revive the glory of Rome.
• The empress of the Byzantine Empire.
• The Pope during the Byzantine Empire.

What was Justinian's Code?

• A code of ethics that knights of the Byzantine Empire had to follow.
• A code of rules for gladiator fights.
• A code of civil laws and a reference guide.
• A religious text for the Eastern Orthodox Church.

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the Great Schism?

• The use of Icons
• The language spoken during the church service
• What people should wear to church.
• Leader of the church