Unit 6: Early Christianity

Which is true about the Jews?

• They created a kingdom called Israel

• They believed in multiple gods

• Their capital and holy city was Alexandria

• They spoke the language of Greek

What is a parable?

• An early Christian leader who spread the message of Jesus

• A story using events from everyday life to teach a larger message

• A community where people focus on their religious beliefs

• A painting or statue of a religious figure

Which of the following do Christians NOT believe about Jesus?

• Jesus performed miracles

• Jesus was the first bishop of Rome

• Jesus's resurrection occurred three days after his crucifixion

• Jesus is the Son of God

What apostle helped set up a Christian church in Rome and later became a saint?

• Paul

• John
• Matthew
• Peter

How did Christianity spread in the Roman Empire before it was adopted by the emperors? (Pick TWO and hit submit!)

• Well-constructed roads

• The promise of an afterlife

• Most people spoke Hebrew

• Christian armies conquered territory

Why did Roman leaders believe Christians were a threat to the empire? (Pick TWO and hit submit!)

• Christians refused to worship the emperor as a god

• Christians refused to serve in the Roman army

• Christians refused to live in Roman cities

• Christians sought to conquer Roman territories

Constantine issued the Edict of Milan, which...

• Banned Christianity in the empire

• Split the empire into two parts

• Allowed Christians to practice their religion

• Made Christianity the official religion of the empire

Official leaders of the church are called...

• Heresy

• Laity

• Doctrine

• Clergy

Who led worship services and local activities at a single church?

• Laity

• Saints

• Bishops

• Priests

Who are directly above priests on the Christian Church hierarchy?

• Bishops
• Cardinals
• Archbishops

• Deacons