Understanding Christianity: A Historical Overview

Approximately how many years ago did Christianity begin?

• 1,000 years

• 500 years

• 2,000 years

• 3,000 years

What religion was Christianity initially a sect of?

• Hinduism

• Islam

• Buddhism

• Judaism

Who were Jesus Christ's earthly parents?

• Peter and Sarah

• James and Ruth

• Joseph and Mary

• John and Elizabeth

What do some say was Jesus' profession before he began preaching?

• Scribe

• Fisherman

• Carpenter

• Shepherd

What key message did Jesus preach?

• Judgment to all

• Conquest of nations

• Forgiveness of sins

• Wealth for the faithful

What happened to Jesus after his crucifixion according to Christian belief?

• He vanished without a trace

• He wrote the Gospels

• He was resurrected

• He moved to another country

Who played a crucial role in spreading Christianity across the Roman Empire?

• Matthew

• Peter

• John

• Paul

What was the original language of Paul who helped spread Christianity?

• Aramaic

• Latin

• Greek

• Hebrew

What is the sacred text of Christianity?

• The Quran

• The Bible

• The Torah

• The Vedas

How many followers does Christianity have worldwide?

• About 2 billion

• About 3 billion

• About 1 billion

• About 500 million