Understanding the Historical Context of Jesus and Early Christianity

Which Roman emperor legalized Christianity?

• Nero

• Augustus

• Constantine the Great

• Julius Caesar

What were some of the reasons for the persecution of Christians?

• Refusal to worship Roman gods, refusal to participate in Roman religious ceremonies, belief in a single God

• Conversion of Roman citizens to Christianity, political opposition to the Roman Empire, refusal to pay taxes

Who wrote the majority of the New Testament?

• Matthew

• Luke

• Paul

• John

Who is considered the central figure in Christianity?

• Muhammad

• Moses

• Jesus Christ

• Buddha

What led to the solidification of Christianity as a separate religion from Judaism?

• The destruction of the Jewish Temple

• The conversion of Emperor Constantine

• The teachings of Jesus

• The expulsion of the Jews from Judea

The Last Supper took place during the Jewish time of:

• Passover

• Sukkot

• Yom Kippur

• Shabbat

What is meant by pilgrimage?

• Special journey

• Sacrament

• Going on holiday

• Seeking a miracle

Christmas celebrates the...

• the baptism of Jesus Christ

• the death of Jesus Christ

• the resurrection of Jesus Christ

• birth of Jesus Christ

What is the symbol for Christianity?

• Star of David

• Cross

• Crescent Moon and Star

What day do Christians celebrate Jesus' resurrection from the dead?

• Easter / Pascha

• Christmas

• New Years