Roman Control of Israel Quiz

Who had political control of Palestine in the 1st century?

• Greeks

• Egyptians

• Romans

• Persians

Who was the Roman Emperor in charge at the time of Jesus' birth?

• Julius Caesar

• Nero

• Augustus

• Caligula

Who was the Tetrach of Palestine from 37 BCE - 4 BCE?

• Herod the Great

• Herod Antipas

• Herod Archelaus

• Philip

Who ruled the extreme northeast part of Palestine?

• Herod Antipas

• Herod Archelaus

• Philip

• Pontius Pilate

Who was the Roman Governor of the area around Jerusalem at the time of Jesus' arrest and trial?

• Herod Antipas

• Herod Archelaus

• Philip

• Pontius Pilate

What was the main source of funding for the Roman Empire in Palestine?

• Tax

• Donations

• Agriculture

• Trade

Who were known for using heavy-handed methods to collect taxes from the people?

• Roman soldiers

• Jewish priests

• Tax collectors

• Merchants

Who had the power to execute by crucifixion in Palestine?

• Roman soldiers

• Roman authorities

• Roman citizens

• Jewish leaders

What was the typical duration of death by crucifixion in the Roman Empire?

• One week

• One hour

• One day

• Several days

What powers did the Romans NOT have over the people in Palestine?

• Political powers

• Religious powers

• Economic powers

• Military powers