Vocabulary for The Roman Empire and Religion

Define Christianity

• A monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
• A belief system centered around the teachings of Buddha.
• A religion that worships multiple gods and goddesses.
• A polytheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.

Define Jesus of Nazareth

• Jesus of Nazareth is the central figure in Christianity.
• Jesus of Nazareth is a fictional character from a novel.
• Jesus of Nazareth is a famous scientist.
• Jesus of Nazareth is a character from Greek mythology.

Define the term Messiah

• A famous painting by Leonardo da Vinci
• A mythical creature in Greek mythology
• A type of musical instrument
• A savior or liberator

Define crucifixion

• Crucifixion is a form of celebration where a person is tied to a cross and left to party.
• Crucifixion is a form of transportation where a person is nailed to a cross and left to travel.
• Crucifixion is a form of decoration where a person is tied to a cross and left to adorn.
• Crucifixion is a form of execution where a person is nailed or tied to a cross and left to die.

Define resurrection

• The act of falling asleep
• The act of rising from the dead or returning to life.
• The act of disappearing without a trace
• The act of growing taller

Define Apostles

• The Apostles were the twelve main disciples of Jesus Christ.
• The Apostles were a type of musical instrument
• The Apostles were the rulers of ancient Rome
• The Apostles were a group of ancient philosophers

Who was Paul of Tarsus

• A Roman emperor
• A fisherman from Galilee
• A Greek philosopher
• An apostle who taught the gospel of Christ

Explain the relationship between Constantine and Christianity

• Constantine was a Christian bishop who led the church in Rome
• Constantine was a philosopher who had no impact on the spread of Christianity
• Constantine was the first Roman emperor to convert to Christianity and played a significant role in the legalization and promotion of Christianity within the Roman Empire.
• Constantine was a fierce opponent of Christianity and actively persecuted its followers